2017

That long-awaited kitchen remodeling project is staring you in the face, giving you the same helpless look that it did last year.  Money is tight, bills are due, but you can’t keep your eyes off of that reverse osmosis machine for your central air issues in your home. All's well even in the age of high prices and a full to-do list; this piece will teach you the correct way to fix the unfixable...

The role of a general contractor in any home construction, renovation, or improvement project is often misunderstood. You may think of the general contractor as the guy responsible for doing all of the work required to finish building a house – but the true role of a general contractor is much more deep and complex. Essentially, your general contractor is the brains of the entire operation. He may...

In the old days, you had two options when your elderly mother or father could no longer care for themselves. You could either send them to a nursing home or care for them in your own home. Multi-living generational arrangements were typically born out of necessity, not out of choice. Due to the economic trends of the previous decade, housing options are being seen in a whole new light. Things once never...

In the UK today, vacant buildings are becoming more and more common. The downturn in the economy is one reason, the increasing number of homeless people another. All kinds of properties are affected – residential, commercial, industrial, retail, and others. A vacant property often stands out like a sore thumb (long grass, a build-up of rubbish, no lights on at night), and is therefore susceptible...

A new season is just around the corner and with it comes the need to redecorate our houses to better welcome it. Yes! We are definitely talking about our favourite season of the entire year; spring! Which is why, it is time to say goodbye to the cold and freezing winter days and welcome with open arms spring with the mellow breeze, cheerful colours and breathtaking scenery. While the outside world...

Going Modular: A Growing Trend It seems the whole world is catching on to the benefits of modular design. Retailers like IKEA have caught onto the benefits and have brought the terms “modular” and “modern” together in the same space. Other industries are catching on as well. Businesses are starting to favor modular storefronts, too, as they are simple and inexpensive to set up,...

Your piano is your pride and joy. Just because your removal service says they’ll have no problem getting your piano out of the door and into the van, don’t assume they know how to handle a piano correctly. You of course understand that your piano is a fine and delicate piece of musical apparatus. Your average non-musical removal company might not. It really is worth the additional cost to...

Chandeliers can be mesmerisingly beautiful and the perfect finishing touch for any elegant home. If you love the look of crystal but are worried the hassle of having to clean all those little droplets individually, read on. Obviously, a regular cleaning routine is recommended to maintain the sparkling lustre of the crystals. Failure to clean your chandelier on a regular basis will leave you with dull...

It’s a buyers’ market out there, so it’s always wise to consider the benefits of renovating your home before you decide to sell. There is plenty of evidence to suggest that replacing a kitchen or installing a new bathroom can add value to a home and make it easier to sell. However, whilst it’s possible to do some jobs yourself, there are times when it’s better to call in the...

Home staging is a contentious subject. Many experts say staging a home for sale is the best way to achieve the highest asking price, but painting the walls and adding a few designer cushions to your sofa is superficial at best and won’t disguise any major issues. Not surprisingly, some homeowners in the Minneapolis real estate market fail to see the benefits. Moreover, they don’t want to...