If you're living in an older home that hasn't been remodeled, chances are that you're living without a luxury other homes take for granted. A bathroom exhaust fan is a worthwhile addition to any home. A fan improves the overall atmosphere of the bathroom and accomplishes a variety of jobs at the same time. It absorbs any odors and clears up moisture in the air that can cause mold growth. If this … [Read more...]
Taking DIY Into the Modern Age
In today's culture we use our smartphones for everything. Now that extends to home improvement. A smartphone might not be able to hammer in a nail, or at least not more than once, but it can help you plan out the project before you start. With organizational apps like Evernote you can constantly write reminders to yourself throughout the project. If you're feeling even more creative you can … [Read more...]
How To: Crown Molding
Crown molding is a graceful way to accentuate your home. This style of molding ornaments the edge of the wall that meets your ceiling, "crowning" it, to provide a nice touch of elegance. Most of the time crown molding is made up of plaster or wood. The difficulty of its installation comes from the fact that it does attach flush to the wall, and instead forms a sort of triangle with the ceiling. … [Read more...]
Getting Into Gutters
Fall is coming up, which means pretty soon leaves are going to be coming down on your house. If your gutters aren't in the best of shape, now is the time to take care of them. A lot of home owners aren't aware that there are actually several different types of rain gutters, and the ones that are best for your home may not necessarily be the ones you have. Double check the gutters you have around … [Read more...]
Installing a Dishwasher
Are you tired of washing your dishes by hand and thinking of installing a dishwasher? One of these appliances can be a great time saver, allowing you to multitask against your list of chores. Before you break open you're toolbox, familiarize yourself with the process to make sure every goes a smoothly as possible. When you're dealing with water fixtures its worth it to take the time beforehand to … [Read more...]
Diligently Defrosting
Let's face it. There are just some household chores that we either forget about, or just flat out put off until we forget about them. Defrosting your fridge tends to be one of them. This is a shame simply because this is the place where you store up to half of the food in your home. There really shouldn't be an excuse to ignore it, but of course we do it anyway. The problem comes when we've put if … [Read more...]
The Brick Wall Dilemma
Brick walls add a lot of visual beauty to a room, using not only texture but also a variety of color to increase the room's aesthetics. As far as decorating goes however, they can be a little tricky. There's not an obvious way to hang pictures or artwork on them. A simple hammer and nail won't do the trick unless what you're going for is a pile of bent nails on the floor. Lucky for you, here's a … [Read more...]
August Project Ideas
August is here folks, and with it the last stretch of summer. Fall is just around the corner, leaving barely enough room to finish those vacation projects you've kept putting off. Here are a few projects to keep you busy before new season starts. Some of these are even quick and easy, perfect for relaxing and preparing for the cooler months ahead. August is a great time replace any water fixtures … [Read more...]
Tools You Need to Own
Just like a chef in a kitchen will have his standard set of knives that he will consistently use, every homeowner and DIY enthusiast should have his or her own toolbox. There are some tools, such as a drill or screwdriver, that you will surely need regularly. Rather than borrowing one from your neighbor, take the time to purchase a quality set of tools for yourself. Make sure that these are ones … [Read more...]
Improve Your Home's Value
There are a lot of things you can do to increase your home's value. Even if you're not looking to sell in the near future, improving the quality of your home will make it all the more enjoyable to you as a homeowner. From changing your windows to turning your garage into a living space, there are tons of reasons to renovate your home. Take a look at these suggestions and see if there are any … [Read more...]
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