The last few years have been pretty rough for homeowners. With home values dropping and money tight all around, it’s been a while since big home renovation has been at the front of anyone’s mind. But 2013 promises to be an end to a years-long dry spell, with many homeowners already planning major remodels. If […]
White is a clean, bright color, and black is sleek and bold, but together they make a killer style combination. The very essence of contrast, light and dark, a black and white decor is just about the boldest design choice you can make, and a bathroom is the perfect place to try the style on […]
Once you have the right tools, installing knobs and pulls in the kitchen is a breeze. Drawers and cabinets achieve a brand new look with only a couple hours of work. Its much less expensive than replacing the counter tops or building an island. However, unless you are just replacing old knobs with new ones, […]
They’re called gingerbread, these decorative wood carvings that you add onto your furniture. Embellishing your dressers, picture frames or tables isn’t hard, but it will take some work. I will cover how to apply a carved wood applique to your furniture so you can transform your home into a Rococo dreamland. Step One Take some […]
Have you been splashing water on the floor so much the linoleum is starting to warp? Do you find yourself calling the plumber twice a week and facing his judgmental glare? It’s not you. It’s the sink. And don’t worry. There’s a way out. Is your sink basin large enough? If you cook for a […]
Copper is a valuable substance these days. Pennies made before 1982, which are 95 percent copper, are worth more than their monetary value. Copper kettles and pans have long been a favorite choice for eye candy in the kitchen. But anything made of polished copper requires a whole lot of maintenance to keep it looking […]