Western interior decorating is never out of style, but recently it has enjoyed a strong resurgence in popularity. The western style of interior decorating is no longer confined to log homes and mountain cabins, or properties in the Southwest. Cowboy Chic is here to stay, and you can introduce western interior decorating into any room […]
Category: Home Improvement
Before You Buy and Install New Kitchen Flooring, Ask Yourself These Questions
There are so many kinds of kitchen flooring that it may be quite difficult for you to choose one. Each of the possible flooring materials has advantages and disadvantages. The best way to choose your flooring is to answer the questions below. 1. How do you spend your time in the kitchen? If you […]
Misconceptions and Myths About Solar Energy
Green energy is a very hot topic in today’s world. Climate Change has everyone thinking about reducing their carbon footprint. However, a lot of people are unaware of the great benefits and premise that the most promising form of renewable energy offers: solar energy. Myths About Solar: Amount of Sunshine For example, one of […]
Find the Kitchen Countertop that’s Right for You
When choosing kitchen countertops, consider carefully what you need and what you can afford. It’s a good idea to choose the most functional material possible for your countertop. It needs to be… durable. easy to clean and maintain. stain-resistant to all liquids, even acids. heat-resistant to many different objects (pots, pans…). scratch-resistant, to avoid scratches […]
Property Brothers’ Real Estate Investment Advice: Find the Sweet Spot
According to newly released construction data, homebuilding in August leapt to its highest rate in 12 years. But the havoc wrought by last decade’s housing bubble has buyers wondering how to protect themselves if the market goes south. Drew and Jonathan Scott, co-hosts of the HGTV show “Property Brothers,” offer simple real estate investment advice […]
Property Bros Pick Their Top Two Cities for Real Estate Investment
Newly released data signals a boost in construction nationwide, as housing starts and building permits rose to a 12-year high this August. Location, location, location will play a key role in which of these building investments flourish and which flop. The brothers identified Las Vegas and Nashville as two of the top cities for real estate investment, […]
‘A Very Brady Renovation’ Has the Highest-Rated Premiere in HGTV History
HGTV’s “A Very Brady Renovation” just earned the popular cable channel’s highest ratings for a premiere in history, with a 1.43 rating among adults 25-54 and 8.1 million total viewers. The premiere 90-minute episode was HGTV’s highest-rated telecast in more than two and a half years. The time slot soared 160% versus the year-ago levels […]
‘House Hunters’ Star Suzanne Whang Dies at 56
Suzanne Whang, best known for her nine-year hosting and narrating stint on HGTV’s “House Hunters,” died Tuesday after a 13-year battle with breast cancer. She was 56. Whang’s partner Jeff Vezain shared the news on Facebook last week, writing that “she confronted cancer with courage, humor, determination and optimism.” “She was immensely encouraged by the […]
How to Repair Your Garbage Disposal
If your garbage disposal is jammed, not draining, clogged, or leaking, you may just have to try and fix it yourself. Don’t worry, it’s not as hard as it sounds—the steps you take to repair your jammed garbage disposal are actually quite easy. Hunter Macfarlane, Lowe’s project expert, shares these tips to ensure that […]
You’ll Never Kill Another Houseplant Thanks to The Sill’s New Virtual Appointments
A houseplant or two (or 10) can breathe new life into your home or office, but if you’re an aspiring plant parent who doesn’t have the best track record of keeping plants alive, you might be a little afraid to bring new green friends into your space. Don’t despair, because The Sill is here to […]