Blog Category: Home Improvement General

Picking out paint colors for your home seems like an easy process until you go to the store and stare at the hundreds of colors available. Don't worry, there are ways to help you pare down to just a dozen or so colors. These initial selections are a great start  Sheen types To start, you need to consider sheen types. Certain sheens are better in certain rooms; this is due to differences in … [Read more...]

1. How long have you worked in this industry? You want to hire someone who has plenty of experience dealing with issues that could arise in the world of construction. As well, knowing all the little parts of a project comes only from years of experience. They know all there is on permitting, necessary inspections, and code compliance. Moreover, they will know to take necessary precautions to … [Read more...]

Home’s way back when weren’t the comfy cozy places we have today. During Viking and Egyptian times, homes were made out of mud and other materials. For the Egyptians, mud bricks kept their homes cool during the day and warm at night. The vikings used mud and straw that was stuffed between wood building materials to keep drafts out and warmth from fires in. The Greeks were the first to use Asbestos … [Read more...]

Christmas is a fun time of year; enjoying eggnog (or another holiday cocktail) with your family and friends and exchanging gifts. Maybe you’ve finally bought your own home or just feel like updating what you already have. Christmas decorations have come a long way from the dancing snowmen and bright red and green everything. Yea, those decorations are still fine, nostalgia is a great element to … [Read more...]

Kids are busy bees, running around having fun, getting school work done, and eating you out of house and home. So you have probably noticed that their rooms can get a little messy. Sure, you have chores for them including picking up their messes, but what can you do to keep everything contained? Good news! There are plenty of ways to add storage spaces, plus you can pick some of these items cheap. … [Read more...]

Tools and Materials: Shovel/trowelWheelbarrowHand tamperMalletLevelStake(s)String Spray paintMeasuring TapeGravelMortar or Masonry adhesivePavers (preferably fire resistant)Fire brick Other Tools and Materials Our list above shows materials you would need for a simple fire pit. Depending on the shape and desired aesthetics, you may need more tools and materials. Certain fire pit shapes … [Read more...]

You may want to avoid the summer heat, but there are home improvements that are best done during this time of the year. Some of these home improvements can even be done from the comfort of your home, beating the worst heat of the day. Re-side your home Summer is a great time to re-side your home. The weather is a little more predictable, so those afternoon spring rains will no longer keep … [Read more...]

Laundry rooms are one of the most frequented areas of your home. This means that you should be able to have a well organized space to store everything you need for all of your laundry needs. There are several organization solutions you can use to make laundry go that much smoother. Shelves & Cubbies One of the simplest ways to organize your laundry room is to add some shelves and … [Read more...]

Spring means you can finally get serious about some home improvements that you otherwise wouldn’t or couldn’t have done during the winter. Also, severe hot and cold weather is hard on your home. Therefore, it should be on your to-do’s to check for any damage so that it can be fixed before the damage becomes a big problem. There are also certain home improvements that are best done during the … [Read more...]

Lancaster, PA is known for its rolling hills and beautiful Amish farms. A part of this look involves a rustic farmhouse decor. If you are looking to transform your home into the quintessential Lancaster rustic home, then read on to see how. Lancaster County This county has a long history. Starting in the early 1700s, it was the place for immigrants from German speaking European countries to … [Read more...]