There is nothing like spending a weekend morning wandering the aisles of a flea market and letting your imagination wander with thoughts about where these treasures came from and how it is possible to use them in your own house. Here are some hot things to look for in the source so that you won’t …
The most important use of a fireplace is to provide warmth, but it’s also a fantastic place to punch a room’s style. Nevertheless, the fireplace can prove to be the perfect area in a space to create an unexpected focal point. Whether it’s lining the interior of the fireplace, looking for an odd surround or …
“They grow up fast” is an understatement, especially when speaking to rambunctious little boys. The first yearthey are cooing their way into your hearts. The following year that they make your heart race as fast as a getaway car when you first witness their action of agility, i.e. climbing out of the crib when you …
We have been trying to beat the post-holiday blues with a visa’s-value of virtual travel destinations this past week. So far we’ve piled up the Mediterranean sun in Greece and Italy and island hopped from the Caribbean to Hawaii. For our final installment, we’re searching (longingly) south of the border to Mexico. Lori Gilder Vibrant …
Unlike regular homes, mobile homes don’t have the sturdy construction for overall security. As a result, these types of homes do have a number of security issues that need to be overcome. Besides, mobile homes are not typically located in a normal neighborhood. This means that even if there were cases of break-ins, the chances …
Designer Ann West has predicted this Washington D.C. residence home for more than 15 decades. In that moment, she has collected a mix of unique antiques, upholstery and dyes and accumulated them in fairly vignettes: Tailored furniture at the formal living area is surrounded by groups of patina mirrors, classic church relics, French-country protects, and …
Playrooms can be a disaster zone, but I am convinced that they can be pretty too. All it requires is one part stylish organization, another part modern flair and two components magic. With the perfect pieces, children’ areas can be coordinated, inspiring and appealing to small ones and grown-ups alike. This ideabook features some great …
I’ve got farmhouse style on the brain as I’m about to move into my recently purchased 98-year-old residence, moving from town to the nation for the very first time in a couple of years. Below are a few products I’ve had my eye on that encapsulate that classic farmhouse look while maintaining a transitional modern …
Whether you want to refinance your home or sell it completely, getting a high appraisal should be one of your key priorities. While you may have heard a few stories from acquaintances and friends who’ve had less than optimal Boulder painting, you don’t have to go through the same thing. Read on to find out …
Wooden decking expands and contracts when exposed to sunlight and dampness, which movement can trigger some nails and screws to loosen over time. The outcome may be an uneven area that poses security risks or an deck. Servicing professionals and builders use a technique that corrects the issue efficiently. A home improvement enthusiast can use …