Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn’t have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring with these steps.
Throw a Party Like a Pro
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply catching up with loved ones, playing host can be as demanding as it is enjoyable. Before gathering your crew for your next event, make a plan to ensure you get to enjoy the day as fully as your guests.
Why Wild Bird Lovers Should Choose Top-of-the-Crop Natural Feed: If you can't read it, don't feed it
People who feed wild birds also want to know they’re feeding the most natural and nutritious options. It’s hard to be confident when reading the mystifying ingredient list on feed bags makes you feel like a bird brain. With an abundance of options, ranging from commercial bird feeds to small-batch varieties, understanding the differences can help bird lovers make informed choices to meet wild birds’ nutritional needs while considering factors like sustainability and quality.
Creating a Pet-Friendly Palace
As much as you love your pets and work hard to make them part of the family, they’re also a big responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes setting up your home so it’s equal parts stylish (for you) and functional (for Fido). Show furry friends a little love, beyond the walks and snuggles, by making your home more pet friendly.
7 Ways to Reduce Energy Bills During Summer Heat
With temperatures forecasted to run at least 2 degrees higher than historical averages across more than half the country, heat waves may lead to soaring air-conditioning bills this summer. Consider these smart, practical, cost-cutting tips for dialing down your energy bills.
Keep Up with Kitchen Trends
Kitchen upgrades are typically all about making practical updates to meet the needs of a family. The key to smart design is incorporating functional elements a family requires while striking a balance between style and trends that quickly become outdated. Before you dive into a kitchen project, consider these on-trend design recommendations.
Residential Refresh: Personalized touches for your home
Your home is an expression of you, your personality and your lifestyle. When it comes to personalizing your home’s aesthetic, try leaning into your senses to inspire change within your space. Give yourself a residential refresh with these tips.
Gone Viral: 'Miniclover' is a top trending grass alternative for yards across America
If you’re looking to renovate your yard, there’s a sustainable, drought-tolerant alternative to high-maintenance, water-guzzling grass that also reduces your environmental footprint.
High-ROI Spring Home Projects
Whether you’re looking to add value for potential sale or simply create a more comfortable living space, you can make the most of the season and breathe new life into your home with projects like these that provide a high return on investment.
7 Ways to Reduce Home Energy Costs
When building your budget, utility bills – especially the electric bill – are likely one of your largest monthly expenditures. To help dial down your energy costs, consider these tips.
10 Tips to Make Your Air Conditioner More Energy Efficient and Sustainable
Updating your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system to cool your home in a smart and sustainable way involves several steps that not only improve energy efficiency but also reduce environmental impact. Consider these tips to help make your cooling system more eco-friendly.
Get Ready to Grill: Choosing the right outdoor cooking solution for your needs
Because firing up the grill can make prepping meals quick and easy, it allows you to spend more time with friends and family rather than missing out on the sunshine while stuck in the kitchen. Whether you’re a first-time griller or consider yourself a master of the grates, there’s a grill available to meet your skill level and needs, such as these options that provide flexibility for small-to-midsize backyard spaces – as well as a large built-in model for custom outdoor kitchens – and a variety of features and function to make the most of your warm weather gatherings.
Use Your Mudroom for Less Household Mess
Often positioned near the primary point of entry, mudrooms are a popular addition to many family homes. These organizational dynamos are the perfect place to catch muddy boots, backpacks, sports equipment and dirty paws before they make it all the way into the main living areas. Regardless of whether your mudroom is an actual room or just a small space near the front door to hang bags and jackets, the organizational basics are the same.
How to Build a Sustainable Home
Rising fuel costs and increased awareness of society’s environmental impacts have many homeowners looking to leverage sustainable building materials to reduce the amount of energy used to heat and cool their houses. If you’re starting construction on the home of your dreams, consider the benefits of building with sustainability and energy efficiency in mind.
5 Tips to Get Organized
Getting organized and making the most of your home’s storage space can be a daunting task. To help keep clutter at bay and streamline organization throughout the house, consider these tips for revamping your closets and designated storage areas from the experts at ClosetMaid.