Whether your home has hardwood floors or you upgraded to them after you moved in, hardwood is an investment worth protecting. And to that end, it’s important to know how to properly clean and maintain hardwood floors. This keeps your parquet floors in top shape for years. Vacuum your floors before cleaning them Before applying … Read more
Most families have concerns about how to care for aging relatives. You may not be sure you can afford the care needed, but nursing homes and assisted living can be costly. Also referred to as an accessory living unit, the Granny Pod offers families a new option for care while providing seniors with a space … Read more
Living in a tree-filled neighborhood is a dream, isn’t it? These leafy, idyllic streets that turn bright colors in the fall are incredible visual treats for most of the year, but there are many other benefits of growing trees in your yard. Trees help your home air conditioning system work more efficiently No matter where … Read more
Fewer Americans are buying homes these days, with high home prices and mortgage rates more than doubling year-over-year. Instead, they choose to stay put and repair, renovate, and enhance the properties they already have to better suit their lifestyle and needs. According to data from home services platform Thumbtack, 9 in 10 current homeowners plan … Read more
Plush bedding, soft lighting, luxe accessories: with a few cost-conscious amenities, homeowners can create a spa-like environment in their homes and bring a sense of safety, relaxation, and health to the heart of the home. The at-home wellness trend that started during the pandemic has continued into 2022, and interior design and real estate experts … Read more
Decorating your home is not just about making it look beautiful. It’s about designing a space that is functional to your needs. Ideally, you want to find a design style that is both attractive and fits your particular lifestyle. Whether you are a DIY designer or enlist the expertise of a pro, you need to … Read more
Used furniture is a great alternative if you’re looking to complement your home with vintage pieces, especially if you’re on a budget. “Buying vintage or used furniture is smart, chic and more environmentally friendly,” says Noel Fahden Briceno, vice president of merchandising at Chairish, an online marketplace for high-quality vintage furniture. “People tend to buy … Read more
Winter can bring its own unique set of challenges, but you’re pretty much done when it comes to landscaping, aren’t you? Unfortunately, depending on where you live, caring for plants is a year-round business. But that doesn’t mean winter lawn and garden maintenance has to be difficult or dramatic. The dangers of winter Most people … Read more
If you live in a part of the country where temperatures drop during the winter, you might be counting the minutes each day until you’re done with work, errands, and the many other commitments that come with your rough-faced face Weather. In that case, creating a calming and welcoming home environment could be just the … Read more
DIY is always a great idea. Changing certain things in your home makes you feel very satisfied in the space and even more relaxed. Yes, this requires some money, but the great thing is that DIY doesn’t necessarily have to cost thousands of dollars. Many people believe that DIY is expensive, so they avoid it … Read more