We’ve been fantasizing about it for months, and finally warmer weather has arrived. We know: You just want to fire up the grill and start working on your tan—we do, too! But before you can kick back in your hammock or pool, there are a few tasks you’ll need to tackle. Here is a Home and Garden […]
Summer may still be a few weeks away, but there are a few things you can do before the heat kicks in. May is a great time to check on your HVAC system, sprinklers, patio, and grill. Check the sprinklers Start the season by checking or installing your sprinkler system in April. Before installing sprinklers, […]
Sherwin-Williams and award-winning designer Christian Siriano have joined forces to create a limited-edition paint collection influenced by Siriano’s fashion expertise and a shared passion for bringing the outdoors in. The Christian Siriano x Sherwin-Williams Color Collection, which launched in April, features 30 paint shades, including bright whites and contemporary neutrals like charcoals, beiges, terracottas, and blues. […]
HGTV is one of television’s most reliable sources when it comes to home décor ideas and design inspiration. The channel is renowned for home improvement and renovation shows like House Hunters, Property Brothers, and Fixer Upper, which cover everything from interior and landscape design to home décor and DIY remodeling projects. May 2023 will see HGTV release fresh home […]
Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, meaning the retailer known for bedding supplies, bathroom linens and home decor expects to close all of its 360 nationwide locations soon. The company has reported earnings losses in recent years and closed more than 200 stores across the chain in February, indicating bankruptcy could be […]
Facing lean housing inventory, more would-be move-up home buyers may be feeling stuck in place. As they wait out the market, many continue to tackle remodeling projects on their current home. In fact, remodeling activity surged to a record high last year, according to the 2023 U.S. Houzz & Home Study, a survey that reflects responses […]
We can all agree that we don’t like the holes that carpenter bees bore into our pergolas, patios, potting benches, fences and outdoor buildings. So when those great big bees show up in the spring, we’re unfortunately reminded as to how they got their name. The females get to work chewing holes into trees and […]
April 22 is Earth Day, a celebration of all things green and sustainable. You can pitch in with a few of these home improvement ideas or April. Start Composting Coffee grounds, egg shells, veggie clippings, and tons of organic materials get tossed into landfills every day. Turn your trash into a pile of smelly gold […]
Following in the footsteps of fellow home decor giants before it, Ikea has announced the launch of a brand-new program offering professional one-on-one interior design consultations in the United States. Through the Ikea Interior Design Service, shoppers can connect with one of the company’s design experts to plan out their space’s redesign at an affordable […]
Most families feel concerns over how to take care of aging relatives. You may be unsure whether you can provide the level of care necessary, but nursing homes and assisted living can be costly. Enter “Granny Pods,” also called granny flats or accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which can give families a new option for caregiving while offering seniors a […]