Category: Home Improvement
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Keep It Cool: The Best Exterior Window Shades For Your Home
Most homeowners only install shades as an inside design element that also protects privacy. But exterior shades have advantages, too. They can cut glare, buffer heat and slash energy costs. Some even protect windows from breaking in high winds. If you’re in the market, here’s how to determine the best exterior window shades for your…
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Dabs And Details: The Best Trim Paint To Use For Windows, Doors, And Baseboards
Most people concentrate on selecting the most popular color of the year or matching the rest of the decor when they’re planning to paint the walls. Choosing the right tints is also important when you plan to paint trim, but there are other considerations, too. From color to consistency, these paints are best for baseboards,…
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5 Incredible Ideas For Recycling Broken Pots In Your Garden
The old expression says, “Don’t cry over spilled milk,” but the same is true of broken pots. It’s too bad they won’t work as containers anymore, but the shards can be turned into treasure. If you have broken containers, don’t throw them out! You can upcycle them in your garden. 1. Turn The Old Pot…
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Want A Neutral-Chic Home For The New Year? It’s Easy!
The elegance of a neutral color scheme complements any design. Whether it be traditional or modern, a home’s sophistication is elevated by the simplicity of neutrals. The secret to the success of the neutral is based entirely on the undertone. When a room is outfitted in varying shades of cream and beige, the subtle undertones of…
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More Days Of Christmas: 5 Top Tips For Keeping Holiday Greenery Looking Fresh
Nothing beats the scent or beauty of fresh garlands and wreaths for Christmas decorating. But whether you’re using pine in a trendy Scandinavian decorating scheme or boughs of holly for a Victorian look, fresh-cut greenery needs TLC throughout the season to stay beautiful. Try these top five tips for long-lasting foliage: Plan Ahead Using fresh…
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5 Home Decor Ideas For A Stunning Fireplace Mantel
It’s time to deck the halls with boughs of holly! If you’re like the rest of us, you love decorating your house with beautiful Christmas decorations. One of the most important and often forgotten places to decorate is your fireplace mantel. However, as proven by décor experts, the mantel is the perfect place to add…
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5 Stunning Ideas To Decorate Your Front Porch This Holiday Season
You don’t want to be the only house in the neighborhood without any front porch festive decorations. It’s almost a competition: who is the most creative neighbor? Who can “outdo” each other? Just in case you need some inspiration this holiday season, review these five decorating ideas to have a festive show-stopping front porch. Season’s…
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5 Kitchen Remodel Ideas That Pay Off
Upgrading your kitchen can involve a lot of upheaval, but it’s also one of the few home renovations that yields a good return on investment. Whether you’re planning to flip your home soon or want to make your space more livable, these are the five top value-add kitchen remodel ideas: 1. Refaced Or Replaced Cabinets…
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How To Transform An Old Globe Into A Stunning Pendant Lamp
Adorable animal videos aside, one of the joys of the internet is that’s introduced so many cool upcycling ideas that you can now transform your entire place without breaking the bank. Whereas the old you might have looked at a pile of rubbish and seen nothing but trash, Pinterest-you can now gaze upon the same heap and…
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The Best Painted Ceiling Ideas For Your Home
Sometimes we take the roof over our heads for granted. Of course, it’s nice to live somewhere cozy and warm, but we often forget that we can add a little style to our surroundings. You don’t need a Michaelangelo to add some flair to your residence, either. Check out these five painting ceiling ideas for your…