How To Paint A Door: BobVila.com A terrific way to add a punch of personality to any interior is to paint a door. Especially considering the low cost of the project and the relative ease with which it can be completed. Painting a door involves virtually no risk: If you decide to paint the door orange, and you end up hating how it looks, no problem: You can always revert to the original color or … [Read more...]
Even You Can Make Furniture From Pallets
Here is a hot new trend that many have discovered is fun and satisfying! It is easy to make something that is useful and attractive and to do it very cheaply. I have heard that furnishings can be made from shipping pallets but was left scratching my head. But now I know there are lots of things we can make for ourselves. This gallery of photos is more of a "look at this" rather than "how … [Read more...]
Chic and Pink Baby Girl Nursery
Pink, pink and more pink! If you want your baby's nursery to be serene and welcoming, take a look at all of the gorgeous the photos in this article. We think any girl would love to grow up in a bedroom with subtle pink tones and gold detailing. Rocking your baby in this room would be a pleasure. You will discovery in that the article points out some of the fine details that the designers … [Read more...]
FREE for Kids – Learn to be Handy at Home
Give this a try, every first Saturday of the month for the past several years, I have taken my three youngest children to the Home Depot Learning Workshop. This child-friendly workshop is perfect for kids of all ages. It's pretty neat for adults too. Learning is Fun During the workshops, children get to use simple tools (hammer, screwdriver,...) to create, that they can later paint at home or … [Read more...]
Paint Colors, Sheen or Shade?
The color of paint is important, but so is the way you see the paint color in your room. A paint's finish is almost as important as its color. Matte paint, also known as flat paint, offers little or no shine. Matte paint is good at hiding imperfections such as chips or cracks, but it can be hard to clean. Matte-enamel paint is similar to matte paint, except that a film forms over the surface of … [Read more...]
DIY! Install a Pet Door (Step-by-Step)
Love your pet! Millions of Americans have pets and it can create a bit of a problem for your family, especially when it comes to home heating/cooling costs as well as security issues. Unfortunately, pets do not have the ability to open or close doors on their own, so this could be a very useful exercise for you to consider. To start with, here are the materials you will need to get going: A … [Read more...]
Ask the Right Questions of Your Interior Designer
I recently came across a very valuable article for those who are looking to hire an interior decorator. The article gives you seven questions to ask to make sure that you are getting exactly what you want from an interior designer or company. Following these steps can save you a lot of trouble not only as the project goes along, but well before it even starts. Here are the questions that are … [Read more...]
DIY Replace Your Toilet & Save Money (Step-by-Step Instructions)
If you have ever been faced with a task that seems less than pleasant, the more you understand about how to get the project done, the better off you are. When it comes to your home there are a few such tasks that come to mind that might fit this category. No one likes to take out the garbage or clean the garage. No one likes to clean the bathroom and few enjoy doing the laundry (at least in our … [Read more...]
You can Get the Job Done Quick with a Painting Party
One of the things I dread more than most things is painting. I am not one who likes to break out the rollers and the brushes, roll up my sleeves and go to work painting all day. One way to avoid the toil that painting a room (or a home) can give is to have a "painting party". You have to be careful and only invite those who can really be trusted with the task of painting. You will have to give … [Read more...]
Easy Ideas for Thanksgiving Table Decoration
With the season of thanks just around the corner, I wanted to share this article about creating a lovely table for a meal. Often times, because the Thanksgiving meal is enormous and labor-intensive, the table decor is only a pumpkin or a few squashes in the middle. Decorate With Nature Here are some tips to make your upcoming Thanksgiving dinner a lovely event that will be long be … [Read more...]
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