The day has arrived for your new granite countertop installation. It’s important to be prepared since working with the heavy stone can provide challenges for the installers.
1. Make a Path
Granite is extremely heavy, with a single countertop slab sometimes weighing in at 500 pounds or more. A clear path from the front door to the kitchen is a must. Move furniture and clean up any clutter so that the installers won’t have to sidestep objects or maneuver around any furniture when carrying the granite.…
Fabric patio covers are cool and attractive, making them a popular choice for many homeowners.
Fixed Vs. Retractable
Fixed fabric awnings are often referred to as sails or shades. They can be triangular, rectangular, or another custom shape to fit the patio below. For a larger patio cover, sails and shades are usually attached to a frame along the edges and stretched taut enough so they don’t collect moisture. They may also slant toward one side so condensation can roll off.…
When it comes to choosing kitchen countertops, there’s more to it than finding countertops that look good in your kitchen. While aesthetics are important, your countertops are something that you will use frequently. The countertops you put into your kitchen need to work with your lifestyle and the style of your kitchen. There are various countertop styles and materials on the market, and finding the best fit for your home may be a challenge.…
Your kitchen is a stage that showcases your personality. It sets the tone for the type of home you would like to live in for the next several years. If you’d like to give your kitchen a fresh new vibe, it doesn’t get better than purchasing some cabinets. Brand new cabinetry doesn’t just look great, it also adds to your storage space and what you can get out of your household.…
Aquariums filled with colorful fish are like living art displays. They bring life and beauty into any home, and they offer a chance at having pets that will never mess up the house. Aquariums come in many sizes and shapes, and they can be displayed in any room. Most fish require relatively large rectangular tanks, and the size of your tank should account for the number of fish you want to have.…
If there is one trend in interior design right now (specifically kitchen design) it is butler’s pantries. Butler’s pantries are large pantries that were previously used for the help so that when people were hosting big parties or dinners, nobody would see the help cooking and getting everything prepared. While you may not have a team of people helping you cook meals around your house, that doesn’t mean that you can’t have one of these fabulous pantries.…
Wondering why your home has a rodent problem? Deter mice from moving in by changing conditions around the home that could be inviting an infestation. Here are six reasons why rodents are attracted to your home and how to address it.
1. To Find Shelter
During foul weather or the rainy season, mice may come into the home seeking shelter and looking for a place to nest. If you want to curb rodent activity, get rid of any nesting material; mice typically like apparel, old furniture, insulation, and plush toys for gnawing and building a nest.…
Even if you aren’t particularly handy, being able to perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks is a useful life skill. It can save you money and even prevent disaster if you’re ever in a situation where a repairman can’t make it to your home. In order to perform basic repairs, you need to have the right tools. Here are four tools everyone should have in their home:
1. Hammer
A hammer is an excellent tool to have around your home.…
Because of the importance of gutters, you might be anxious to install new gutters on your home as soon as possible. After all, you probably realize that your foundation could be damaged, your roof could be impacted, and a number of other problems could all occur if you don’t have proper gutters installed on your home. You might be on a budget, though, so you could be wondering if installing gutters is even an option for you and your family right now.…
Kids grow up quickly. And at every stage of their development, they often have different requirements for the right sleeping arrangements. While many parents focus on finding the right dimension of bed and mattress for their little one, there’s something else that should match their development: the bed height.
How can your child’s bed height complement their age and readiness? Here are 5 key steps.
1. Start With Your Height. The earliest bed most kids sleep in on their own is a crib.…
