Organize Your Garage
Don’t wait for spring to do some deep cleaning. Now is a great time to prepare your home against the harsh winter conditions and hazards it can bring. A clean garage will not only help you store out...
Taking Care of Home
Seller’s Guide to Buyer Contingencies
Every news article talks about the fact that it’s a “seller’s market.” This means that if you are selling your home, you’ve probably gotten a few offers from which to choose. While sales price is important, so are the contingencies at...
Essential Components of the Home Tool Kit
A well-equipped home tool kit is not just for weekend warriors and do-it-yourself types. Hanging a picture, tightening a cabinet door, or assembling a Swedish-built cabinet are all moments when one might reach for a tool kit. If your toolbox co...
Can’t Sell Your Home in a Seller’s Market?
It’s no secret that most of the country is experiencing a strong seller’s market. With more homebuyers than inventory, most sellers have been delighted to sell quickly and often with multiple offers. Yet, some homes are still sitting on the...
10 Signs You Have Too Many Houseplants
A somewhat unexpected trend this past year has been an increased interest in owning houseplants. Decades ago, our parents’ homes were filled with pots of ferns, flowers, and even trees. This décor element is back! No longer are plants relega...
Barn Doors – Is the Trend Over?
For the past several years, it seems every design magazine or home décor center featured barn doors. These doors offered a warm, rustic charm to the space and offered a focal point for the home. As time went by, however, many designers and hom...
5 Tips to Create a Home Bar
So many businesses have been affected by the events of 2020, causing permanent and temporary closures of many of our favorite spots—including the corner bar. The local watering hole has always been a great place to meet friends, watch sports,...
5 Tips to Create a Home Bar
So many businesses have been affected by the events of 2020, causing permanent and temporary closures of many of our favorite spots—including the corner bar. The local watering hole has always been a great place to meet friends, watch sports,...
Room Update – Try Color-Blocking
Repainting a room is one of the easiest ways to freshen the décor while changing the feel of the room. The hottest design trend this year takes this to a whole new level. Color-blocking techniques are dominating magazines and social media with...
Mid-Century Modern vs. Contemporary
There has been a great deal of excitement in the design field concerning the Mid Century Modern style. This ’50s and ’60s home décor trend is evidenced in every furniture store as more brand are
incorporating the vintage look with modern�...
Tips to Make Your Home Both Beautiful and Kid-Friendly
Have you ever been to a home where it’s clear that the kids have taken over the space? It’s obvious that the home has become more of a playground, filled with toys and bright-colored plastic everywhere. Homes like this often sacrifice style...