Looking for ways to improve your home's value? Look no further! In this post, we include some of the projects with the highest ROI so you can improve your home the most efficient way. First off, consider adding an extension or a conservatory. An extension can add 11% to the value of the home, while a conservatory can add 7%, making them both solid investments for home improvement projects. … [Read more...]
Plumbing Maintenance – Problems and Solutions
Are you experiencing problem with your plumbing? You've come to the right place! In this post, we cover some of the factors that will go into the cost of fixing plumbing problems, then dive right into some common problems. Before we get to some of the problems and solutions, let's go over some of the factors that will effect the cost of fixing your plumbing problems: The kind of maintenance … [Read more...]
Easy Way to Fix Cracks
In wet places like bathrooms, it's easy for cracks to develop in your wall or ceiling. If you're needing to fill in a crack, keep reading! First, we've got a list of supplies: Craft knife Plaster paste Filling knife Sanding block Once you have all your materials together, proceed to the steps of filling in the crack: Smooth the surface around the crack with the craft knife. Make sure … [Read more...]
Steps to Stripping Wallpaper
Looking to get rid of your wallpaper? Then you need this post. Here are the basic things you'll need for this job: polythene dust sheets bucket decorator's sponge wallpaper scorer or craft knife wallpaper stripping knife Once you have everything you need, there are 4 basic steps: Spread the dust sheets on the floor. Score the wallpaper - make sure not to go too deep and score the … [Read more...]
Should You Hire an Interior Designer?
If you're like most Americans, you're not happy with your home decor, as just 20% of Americans are satisfied. So if you're looking to remodel your home, you're in good company! About half of Americans have remodeled in the past 5 years, that number shooting up to 91% when considering the last 10 years. When thinking about remodeling, you may be wondering: should you do it yourself or hire a … [Read more...]
Extend Your Garden's Growing Season With This DIY Project
If you live in an erratic or unforgiving climate for vegetables and flowers, growing a garden can be a difficult and discouraging task. What you may need is a cold frame. A cold frame is a kind of window you cover your garden beds with when it is, as the name implies. cold outside. This acts as a mini greenhouse by insulating the heat and moisture while still allowing through sunshine. What's even … [Read more...]
Drip Got You Ticking? Here's Your Guide to Fix It
Faucets can easily be fixed with a little know-how. Take these steps to diagnose and treat your faucet problems today! If your faucet isn't running, make sure the shut-off valves are open. To see if water is reaching the bleeder valve, loosen it. Clean the aerator on the spout. Putting the aerator back in, see if water now flows. If it's still not running, close the shut-off valves. Take … [Read more...]
DIY Privacy Planter for Your Backyard
One great idea to get more plants in your yard as well as afford some more privacy from your neighbors is by using a privacy planter. A great Do-It-Yourself project for this summer, it looks great and is functional as well! The basic idea of it is a trellis and garden bed attached together. Planting vines or other vertical plants makes maximum use of the space and cover the holes of the trellis … [Read more...]
Furnace Fried? How to Decide to Repair or Replace
Though it's getting warm now, you don't want to be without a furnace when cold days hit again. So what signs are there that your furnace needs some maintenance? The infographic below has some answers that will ensure you stay warm this coming winter. The 9 indications that you can still repair your furnace include: It's making weird noises, like banging, popping, or rattling, that it doesn't … [Read more...]
DIY Tool Storage Cabinet
If you're in need of a do-it-yourself project this summer, look no further. This in-depth video on the making of a tool storage cabinet will give you all the guidance you need on this project. Crafting a tool cabinet like this will keep you occupied and give you functional and high-quality tool storage for all those loose tools around the garage! The basic materials of this project depend on your … [Read more...]
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