CLT, or “cross-laminated timber” is panels that are made from thin layers of locally resourced timber glued together to create durable panels that can be as strong as steel and concrete. Buying local wood spreads the benefits of economic growth to nearby rural communities, contributes to healthily managed forests, and traps carbon in a building—instead […]
Break out the paint, find the funky flair and toss the renovation rulebook because in the new HGTV series Breaking Bland, spunky interior designer Mary Welch Fox Stasik will help clients create living spaces that express their individuality and design aesthetic with pizazz and confidence. Premiering Wednesday, Aug. 4, with back-to-back episodes at 9 and […]
Enjoying your Summer so far? Great, glad to hear it. But if you don’t set that fun-o-meter on pause and pay attention to some mid-summer maintenance, your summer heaven might just turn into summer hell. Scrub the Decks Chances are, your outdoor space has been getting a lot of use and could use some serious […]
Electronic appliances, equipment and wiring keep our homes lit, cool and connected. But these same luxuries can create hazards and cause electrical fires, serious injuries and property damage. Fires caused by electrical failure or malfunction are the third leading cause of accidental home structure fires, ranked just behind heating equipment and cooking-related blazes, and 79% […]
If you’re going to take on a DIY project like this, good for you! But before you do, take these tips and tricks from your friends at HGTV Magazine, so your cabinets end up looking like you paid a professional! (And you don’t end up with a giant mess on your hands.) DO figure out […]
If you fancy yourself a Joanna Gaines-ey, Farmhouse Revival type, then this hack from the folks over at HGTV.com is for you. It’s actually easier than it sounds! Tools and Materials You’ll Need: old barnwood shelf brackets miter saw safety glasses, face mask and gloves orbital sander fine-grit sandpaper polyurethane stud finder measuring tape level […]
How well your central heating and cooling system cleans the air largely depends on the quality of your air conditioner filters, and that’s why home improvement expert Danny Lipford of “Today’s Homeowner” wants to help you find the best out there. Lipford says that filters are rated from 1 to 16 on the Minimum Efficiency […]
Believe it or not, there was a time when people couldn’t call a carpet cleaning service, or rent a carpet cleaning machine, or even use a vacuum to clean their carpets. Try these simple hacks to DIY your carpet cleaning, and at the very least, you’ll be able to stretch the amount of time between […]
Better Homes & Gardens reports that with many people taking advantage of historically low interest rates and building new homes, plus high demand for remodeling projects causing a shortage in lumber, many are finding that their projects are taking longer to finish. And for those with plans to do DIY projects that use lumber, setting a budget […]
The recent boom in home improvement comes as some people consider making upgrades to stay there longer, rather than deal with the current high-priced housing market. The downside, however, the demand for such services is leading to delays and potential legal issues. “It’s a triple whammy,” says Gary Smith, a construction law attorney. He says […]