There are promising real estate trends regarding the demand for homes and their affordability for 2023. Yet it still does not seem like the best time for potential homeowners to enter the market. Prospective home buyers who are frustrated by the continued high prices of available homes won’t be happy to hear that 16 million homes … Read more
Design the rooms in your home with PTSD in mind Here’s a step-by-step look at updates to some of the key spaces in the home that can be challenging for people with PTSD. Create a Calming Bedroom Design for PTSD Nightmares and sleep disturbances top the list of PTSD symptoms, so the bedroom is often … Read more
Product availability, competitive pricing and customer service – these appear to be the most important factors for Americans shopping for home improvement supplies. But one store in particular ranked highest in all of these categories: Home Depot. According to TODAY’s Homeowner Survey of more than 3,000 Americans, The Home Depot was the top home improvement … Read more
Are you looking for an easy and quick way to give a room a makeover? Adding or replacing decorative molding is a simple DIY project that’s even easier today, thanks to prefinished plastic molding. Before you tie on your tool belt, here are some tips for choosing the right molding for your home. How to … Read more
If you’re looking for an all-natural, effective way to get rid of mosquitoes in your backyard – there’s no better option than Mosquito Barrier. The mosquito repellent uses garlic oil – an all-natural derivative of garlic – concentrated and sold by the gallon. While a gallon of garlic oil costs about $80, it will cover several acres … Read more
Access to affordable housing is better in the South and Midwest The 30% financing guideline became popular decades ago, when the primary motivation was to increase affordability for very poor people. It actually comes from an amendment to the landmark 1968 Fair Housing Act , which prohibited discriminatory lending practices that kept minorities and poor people out … Read more
All high-quality tile adhesives will work well for the first few days. But if you notice that the material used for the backsplash is eventually falling off, the first thing you should think about is the adhesive you used. To avoid this situation and other potential complications, choose the best adhesive for your backsplash based … Read more
Board and batten siding has gained popularity in the home and building industry over the past few years. It not only provides protection but also takes the beauty of your home to the next level. If you’re looking for inspiration to decorate the exterior of your home and add some personality to it, here are … Read more
Metal studs are an excellent alternative to wood framing and can last for decades with minimal maintenance. Metal stud framing typically costs between $2 and $5 per square foot . Recently, metal studs have been priced lower than wood studs of the same size, making metal framing an affordable option for your project. When metal studs are … Read more
In many situations, you can move a staircase to a different location in your home. Moving a staircase may seem unusual, as homes are often designed around the staircase. Moving a staircase can dramatically change the look, feel and operation of a home, so careful planning is advised. Today we’ll take a look at the … Read more