If you’re looking for a fun
activity to bring your family closer together, consider making a family time
capsule. By creating one, you’ll not only spend quality time with your family,
but you’ll also learn valuable information depending on what your family
members put into it. The best part is that the rules for the time capsule can
be made up by the whole family so everyone has a say. Plus, you can take the
time and decorate your time capsule with your family and make it unique!
Does your house seem to be feeling
increasingly smaller? Perhaps your family has spent too much time cramped together
over the past year, there is a new baby on the way, or you simply need some
extra space for the home office or hobbies. If moving isn’t a desirable option,
it is finally time to add more square footage to your house. How do you go
about it? How do you plan a successful home addition?
This article discusses the
steps involved in a home addition, how to make sure you are not in violation of
zoning regulations, what to consider when building an addition, and how to
budget for the project.
What makes a night in a nice hotel so endlessly alluring? Is it the
crisp linen, the luxurious pillows, the complimentary hand lotion? Maybe it’s
the room service, the neatness, or the peace and quiet? The truth is, it’s all
those things and more. Over the years, a lot of thought has gone into what it
takes to make hotel rooms as relaxing and welcoming as possible.
The good news is that you don’t have to travel the world or spend lots
of money on a hotel to experience this. You can emulate most of these things in
your very own bedroom.
Read on to learn 9 simple ways to make your bedroom feel like a 5-star
hotel. All our tips are simple and easy to implement, and most are affordable
too!
If you’ve decided that you want to rent out your home or investment property, you may think that all you need to do is publish a listing and, voila! You’ve got a new tenant! Well… renting out your property may not be as simple as it seems. Before creating a listing online, there are a few things you need to consider.
According to the 2021 National Cost vs Value Report, garage
door replacement ranks as the number one most important home improvement
project for return on investment. In fact, homeowners that replaced their
garage door recouped 94.5% of the cost of the new door in home value. That’s
why it’s a good idea to move the garage door near the top of your home
improvement list, especially if you want to sell your home within the next
several years.
When it comes to upgrading your garage door
for increased home value, you need to maximize three factors. These include
curb appeal, safety and security, and energy efficiency. If you work to develop
these three areas when replacing your garage door, you will see a return on
investment with the sale of your home.
Dark and dreary winters can often lead to higher energy costs as families try to make their living environments more enjoyable. Common culprits include lights flipped on all day to accommodate fewer daylight hours and increased use of the heater, thanks to freezing temperatures. Energy expenses also build up with seemingly small gestures like humidifiers, running taps, and hot water heater usage as you try to find the perfect way to defrost when winter blues take hold. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to lower your energy costs, which means big winter savings.
Who doesn’t love relaxing on a cool fall
evening? Unfortunately, you regularly have dinner to make, people to feed, and
a kitchen to clean up afterwards. If you aren’t craving the usual and are
looking to minimize the mess, then you’re going to love these one-pan fall
recipes for an easy dinner!
Working from home has
many advantages, including saving money and time. When the pandemic hit and
work-from-home suddenly became the new normal, you simply adapted- working from
the couch, the bed, the kitchen… basically, anywhere you could type and make phone
calls.
However, these makeshift
“work areas” in your home prevent you from maximizing your work output. You may
even feel tired, sluggish, or experience physical pain. It is time to design
and invest in a proper office inside your home.
Here are 6 tips to setup a home office to create the office vibe needed
to boost productivity.
As fall winds down and winter approaches, it is important to do what you can to keep your pets safe. The cold months pose many risks and challenges, but we’ve rounded up everything you need to know for keeping your furry and feathered loved ones safe this winter!
Granny chic combines the new and old by throwing out the rules when it comes to blending colors and patterns.
If you’ve scrolled through Pinterest lately, chances are you’ve seen pins for granny chic design. Sometimes referred to as grandmillennial style, granny chic design combines traditional American interiors with modern touches. Think of it as grandma’s house on steroids where excess is everything. Here’s how to bring together new and old for a grandmillennial win.