There's never a bad time to enjoy a fire in your backyard. Inviting your friends over to roast marshmallows or just enjoying the warmth makes for a fun night no matter what the season. If you don't a fire pit or open space readily available, here are some tips on making your own fire pit. Once you've designated the area for your new backyard fixture its only a short time until your pit is ready … [Read more...]
Easy To Do, DIY Kits
With Pinterest and other social media steadily rising in our culture, it's not surprising to see the amount of crafty DIY projects cluttering our daily feeds. A good many of these are pretty easy and don't take up much time, but the ones that look to be the most worthwhile seem to take up quite a bit of time, not to mention money. Several companies have risen up in answer to this in order to … [Read more...]
Installing a Bathroom Sink
Installing any sort of new fixture in your home can be a daunting challenge. Many times the hardest part is just getting started. You've assembled all of your tools and materials but just can't seem to go from reading the "how to" book to the actual doing. If you're a visual person, watching someone else do the first few steps can be a great help. Once you have the know-how and the … [Read more...]
Kitchen Remodel Ideas
Bored with your kitchen and wanting to remodel but your short on ideas? Some new lighting fixtures can give your kitchen a new feel without overcomplicating things. Here's a short video courtesy of DIY Network, highlighting some additions that can maximize the use of your kitchen. New lighting can make the room seem more spacious, not to mention welcoming for when you're entertaining guests. … [Read more...]
Saving Space in Your Studio
Studio apartments can be a great living experience, especially on a low budget. However we compromise affordability and functionality for less space than other apartments. There ways to get around this though. By using these decorating techniques to maximize your space you can increase the livability of your apartment. Some important tips include not only making sure that your furniture matches, … [Read more...]
Dusting Off Your DIY Skills
Owning a home is a big responsibility. You're in charge of keeping everything in top shape for maximum comfort. This usually involves a good amount of money beyond the initial cost of buying the house. Knowing how to do some of these projects yourself, rather than hiring someone else, can both save you money and instill a sense of pride. Here are five repairs for the home that you are certainly … [Read more...]
Getting Your Home Ready to Sell
There's a lot to accomplish before your home is ready to sell. Making sure that everything is ready and appealing to potential buyers can be quite a process. Everything needs to look, feel, and smell great. Potential buyers will need to walk in and feel like your old home could be their new home. Here are some tips from Bob Vila on how to get everything ready to show off your home, from … [Read more...]
Energy Efficiency
One of the major causes of excess heat in the summer, and lack thereof in winter, are the windows in your home. If they aren't sealed properly heat can leak in or out, causing major discomfort in your home, not to mention needlessly raising your electric bill. Good windows should provide clear lighting while also acting as quality insulation. With solid insulation, you can help lower your heating … [Read more...]
Swinging in Style
Autumn is coming, and with it a breath of cool air. And what better way to enjoy that breeze than a new hammock in your backyard? Bob Vila gives a few tips on creating your own relaxation paradise, along with a list of materials for each unique style. Rope always make excellent material but there are also some unconventional sources such as an oversized beach towel. This list is sure to have you … [Read more...]
How to Patch Drywall
As soon as you install drywall in your home its inevitable that it will get some holes in it. Sometimes it's just cosmetic damage, a hole or indent where you may have run into the wall. Other times the damage could expose electrical work and pose a danger. Luckily there is an easy way to fix this regardless of the size of the damage. No matter what the size of your problem here are some solutions … [Read more...]