Winter isn’t over, but it’s not too soon to be thinking about setting aside a little time this spring for some preventative maintenance around the house. 
Air Conditioning System
Since your heating system has probably been working hard all winter …

Neutral color schemes with lots of browns, creams and muted shades are definitely in vogue right now, but don’t be afraid to buck the trend and make a bold decorating statement with a stronger hue like red.
Versatile Shades for Any Room
When you hit …

In Part 1 of our series, we focused on adding on to the ground level of a house to create additional space.  But if the size of your lot won’t accommodate a first floor expansion, or you’re running into problems with utility easements, you may hav…

If your home has become (or has always been) a little cramped and unaccommodating, you may be entertaining thoughts of moving to a bigger house.  But before you start scanning the real estate ads, consider what might be your best option – adding on …

Coin counters beware – this post won’t win any awards for kitchen designing on a budget.  We’re presenting some grand ideas for homeowners with a few extra dollars available.  But even if your funds are a bit more limited, you can still glean a…

Carpet in the bathroom – it’s a highly debatable subject among home improvement experts and homeowners alike.  While a soft layer of plush carpeting feels wonderful under bare feet in the morning, carpeting is often a harbor for mold and mildew du…

In many homes, the bathroom is more than just a functional place for bathing, grooming and other human necessities – it’s a retreat from the stresses of the outside world (or even the noisy kids in the family room).  Whether you’re searching for…

When planning and designing a new bathroom, we spend weeks (or more) picking out the perfect vessel sink or luxurious shower surround.  The color scheme slowly comes to life as we laboriously pour over paint chips and decide on exactly the right tilin…

Homeowners in snowy climates are always seeking easier, more efficient ways of handling snow removal on their property.  Snow blowers are effective at clearing large areas such as driveways, but are usually too big or bulky to clear snow from smaller …

If you are building a home or renovating an existing one, basement waterproofing is one of the most important home improvement tasks your contractor will be working on. Waterproofing is needed anytime a structure is built at ground level or below groun…