It can be extremely frustrating to go outside with the intention of cutting your grass only to find out that your lawn mower tires are flat. Although lawn mower tires are generally more affordable to replace than other vehicle tires, you probably want to prevent them from going flat in the first place if you can. These are some of the steps that you can take to prevent your lawn mower tires from going flat.
31 July 2015
When you are planning your home decor, one important piece that you definitely don't want to leave out is drapery. Although some people tend to think that drapes and curtains are the same thing, drapes are generally made from heavier materials, and work to add a very dramatic flair to your home. In addition to the beauty that drapes bring, they also have practical benefits as well. Learning more about the functional benefits of drapes can help you determine if you should include them in your house today.
13 July 2015
Over time, old windows can become warped, leaky and inefficient. In the winter, cold air will blow through the cracks in older windows, letting in drafts and winter's chill. In the summer, windows can amplify the heat from the summer sun, super heating the interior spaces of homes. While there may be a variety of temporary fixes that will help you improve your energy efficiency and keep down your energy costs this summer, the only permanent solution is to replace your windows with new, energy efficient models.
19 June 2015
Having limited mobility can make life a bit difficult. If you are in the market for a new home and use a wheelchair to get around, hiring a real estate agent to help with your hunt can make your life a bit easier. When you are searching for your dream home, there are a few things to consider to ensure that you get a home that accommodates your needs now and in the future.
8 May 2015
Spend more time outside enjoying your home's green-space with a protective shelter for your patio. Implementing a roof over your patio will allow you to extend your living space during mild weather without the worry of rain ruining your time outside. Try some of the following ways to add some shelter to your home's patio: Retractable awnings. Retractable awnings are a viable option that can be used year after year, and that is well-worth the initial cost.
1 April 2015
If your child is leaving home for college, you should make him or her a memory quilt. This quilt will remind your child of their days at home when they are homesick and missing you. If you do not know how to quilt on your own, you can hire someone to do it for you. The Quilt You can make a memory quilt any way you want. One idea is to use a section for each period of your child's life, such as the baby and toddler years, middle years, and teen years.
6 March 2015
There's a reason that most comfort food involves a bunch of oil and grease--it makes everything more delicious! Unfortunately, grease fires are very common, with 67% of home fires beginning in America beginning in kitchens. Even without damage to your home, a fire can easily cause damage to your oven and range hood, causing expensive appliance repair fees or even full replacements. Though there are many tips to prevent grease fires, one that is commonly overlooked is the type of oil used while cooking.
18 February 2015
There might be nothing more beautiful in the furniture world than a well made, ornately carved piece of mahogany, whether it be on a headboard, chair, bench, table, or anywhere else in the house. It is for this reason that it is imperative to make the most out of such a gorgeous piece, and sometimes this means refinishing the entire thing. Done incorrectly, you could end up with a ruined hunk of wood and a nightmare of a piece of furniture.
9 February 2015
Are you redecorating your home, or are you starting from scratch? Either way, you can decorate your windows in a way that will look like a professional did them. And, you don't even need a sewing machine! Your Kitchen Windows - Often the most popular gathering place for friends and family, you can have a lot of fun with the window treatments for your kitchen. Consider purchasing large embroidered dish towels for an old-fashioned look.
30 January 2015
You can grow many different types of plants in containers and place them directly in the garden or use them to decorate a deck or patio. When growing ornamental grasses in containers, you must take drainage, soil content, pot size and moisture into consideration. Following a few tips can help you successfully grow ornamental grasses in containers and incorporate them beautifully into your landscape design. Use A Step-By-Step Approach for Potting Grasses
27 January 2015
