Category Archives: Home Improvement

(BPT) – While vinyl siding has historically been the most-used siding material in the U.S., its continuing advancements are allowing even more choice when it comes to two critical qualities desired by homeowners: outstanding curb appeal and low maintenance. Add to this the growing interest by homeowners to save energy and the increasing green measures […]

(BPT) – Renew. Rejuvenate. Reinvigorate. The same objectives people have when making their personal New Year’s resolutions can be just as easily be applied to their homes. There’s no better time to give a home a fresh look, whether it’s incorporating a new color palette, adding accessories, repurposing furniture or putting something interesting up on […]

(BPT) – How do you know you’ve chosen the right colors to accent your home’s exterior? What colors on windows, doors, trim or shutters can highlight architectural details? Try these tips to help choose an exterior color scheme for your home. Accent your home’s style Consider your home’s design. Blend existing features, like the roof, […]

(BPT) – The perfect man cave is different for everyone, but no matter how you define your ideal space, you’re always looking for ideas on how to upgrade and make a space uniquely yours. If you’re looking for some great man cave additions but don’t have the money for a total makeover, don’t worry. You […]

(BPT) – “A kitchen provides physical and spiritual nourishment, and for many homes is now the heart and soul of family life.” That’s how Terence Conran opened his classic Kitchen Book 20 years ago, and it’s probably even truer today. The kitchen’s central importance in most households means that Americans are paying more attention than […]

(ARA) – Ready to give your bathroom a facelift, but can’t decide what changes to make? From tubs to toilets to tile, the sky is the limit when it comes to bathroom renovations, even if budget is not.  Whether you are planning some small do-it-yourself changes, or a major overhaul, here are some fresh ideas […]

(ARA) – From an invigorating spray that kick-starts the morning to an enveloping waterfall that washes away a long day, today’s showers offer luxurious experiences to meet every desire. With a little planning and the right products, you can create a personal oasis. Even small choices, like showerheads and accessories, can instantly upgrade any bathroom.  […]

(ARA) – The conflict between humans and insect pests has raged for centuries, but few battles boast the sheer make-your-skin-crawl ick factor as the war between people and bed bugs. And the battle, once played out largely in hotels with high international traffic, has moved to the home front.  Nine out of 10 pest management […]

(ARA) – Tune in to your average home improvement show and you may get the idea that anyone can do demolition. Think again.  Virtually every home remodeling project begins with demolition. Homeowners who do their own demo can save big bucks, especially on projects where professionals will finish the construction part of the job. But […]

Exterior painting gives a new and fresh look to your house. If done with right tools, exterior painting is quite an easy job. It is very important to have exterior of your house painted. Exterior painting lends a well maintained look to your house and it also protects walls from various weather conditions.  Before commencing […]