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As homeowners makeover their outdoor living spaces, designers are encouraging them to make a statement by drawing on the latest trends. Here they are.
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You’d be crazy to heat your home by burning dollar bills in the fireplace. Yet many homeowners are wasting money each year by paying for heat that escapes quickly due to inadequate insulation. The National Energy Assistance Directors’ Association (NEADA) estimates that this winter’s home heating fuel prices could rise as much as 47.3 percent. That statistic means it now makes more sense than ever for homeowners to think seriously about adding insulation.
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With the amount of time spent in this often space-challenged room, it’s easy to understand how the bath can quickly become the messiest room in the house. Luckily, a few simple steps will help turn your bath into a sane living space and help clean up your act in the bath for good.
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With home heating costs soaring, more homeowners are looking at installing wood-burning stoves. But saving money isn’t the only reason to consider this time-honored method of heating your home. What could be more welcoming on a cold winter day than the warmth and glow of a crackling fire?
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Whether you’re selling your home and want the best price, or you just want to be the envy of the neighborhood, creating “curb appeal” can be very rewarding. And you’re confident you know what constitutes great curb appeal – siding, windows, doors and a lawn that are all in good shape. But is that all you have to think about when it comes to curb appeal?
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The reclaimed wood movement has been building momentum for years, and now it’s gone “extreme.” Once, old barns and dilapidated factories served as primary sources for reclaimed woods. Now, flooring manufacturers are ranging farther afield – in distance and time – to find exotic and exciting sources of wood.
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Like a scene from a Hollywood movie, winter winds rage through town, whipping up leaves, smacking shutters against siding and sending shingles flying. It’s no mystery why scary movies often portray ominous scenes against a backdrop of a dark and stormy night. It’s even more frightening in real life. With a few simple modifications and defensive strategies, homeowners can prepare their most valuable asset to stand up against even the harshest elements.
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