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 … [Read more...]
Spring Home Improvements
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...]
Rustic Lancaster Home Decor
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 … [Read more...]
The Interesting History of Drywall
The world of construction has gone through many changes through the millenniums. The history of drywall has it's beginnings from over 100 years ago. We have used plaster walls for thousands of years and when drywall came around, it was not a popular choice. But why do we use drywall today? During and after WWII, the use of this newer product started to take hold in the United States. Plaster … [Read more...]
Garage Conversion
If space is getting tight around your house, a garage conversion is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to add living space to your home. Transforming the garage will cost less than adding on to your existing house because the foundation, walls, and roof are already there. Converting your garage may not be easy. Not all garages have drywall or are insulated. The ceiling might also … [Read more...]
Ceiling Designs
Ceilings—which conceal the underside of the roof/rafters or the floor of the story above it—are one of the most important structural features in the home along with the walls and floor. They are also one of the most overlooked elements. There are various types of ceiling designs, but some are best suited for a specific height or architectural style. The height, shape, style, and color of the … [Read more...]
Home Bar
A home bar—whether it is wet or dry—can be a great addition to your home if you do a lot of entertaining. When comparing a wet bar versus a dry bar, the main difference is plumbing. Wet bars feature a sink that allows for immediate cleaning of glasses, blenders/mixers, and spills. Because of the plumbing, wet bars also allow for beer taps and drains. Dry bars do not have a sink and cleaning must … [Read more...]
Decorative Paneling
Don’t worry—I’m not talking about the dark, wood looking laminate sheets of decorative paneling that your grandparents had on the walls in their basement. These days decorative paneling options are much more attractive, and they enhance the aesthetic of the home. The paneling also provides an extra layer of insulation. Decorative paneling can be installed in any room of the house. It can be … [Read more...]
Decorative Moldings
Decorative moldings are strips of material with various profiles. Some moldings are functional and are used to cover the transition between two surfaces such as along the top and bottom of walls and around doors and windows. These moldings are designed to hide imperfections, gaps, and joints. Other decorative moldings are merely for decorative and design statements. Most moldings are made from … [Read more...]
In-Law Quarters
Accessory dwelling units for multi-generational households are also known as in-law quarters/apartments, mother-in-law suites, secondary suites, or granny flats. They are separate, self-sufficient apartment-style spaces within the main house or on the same grounds as the main house. Although these nicknames imply they are meant for aging parents, they can also be used for adult children or … [Read more...]