Awesome bathroom upgrades for less than $200
Filed under: Bathroom Remodeling, Budget-friendly, Faucet, Shower, showerhead
(ARA) – A beautiful bathroom can be uplifting on many levels: it improves your home’s resale value and provides you with a welcoming environment in one of the most-used rooms of your house. If your bathroom has become the room in the house you least want to visit, it may be time to consider some cost-effective upgrades.
How to find the right flooring for your home
(ARA) – Selecting the perfect flooring for any room in your home isn’t easy. Chances are a visit to your local flooring retailer might leave you wandering through a sea of samples, evaluating them for different materials, designs and overall durability and function. How do you choose from all of the options to find the right flooring that not only will provide comfort and durability but also complement your home’s style – all within your budget?
Updating a deck? Trends and tips for great results
(ARA) – When it comes to home improvements that add value and enjoyment to your home, it’s hard to top the power of a great deck. In fact, a deck can return nearly 73 percent of your initial investment when you sell your home, according to Remodeling Magazine’s 2010 Cost vs. Value Report.
Boost resale value by accessorizing existing home features
Filed under: Attic, Blinds, Do-It-Yourself, Fireplace, Home Remodeling, Increase home value, Simple Home Improvements, Smart Renovations
(ARA) – Resale value matters, whether your home is on the market now or your plans to sell are several years in the future. Whenever you make improvements to your home, you should keep the resale value of those improvements in mind, real estate experts advise.
Ready to renovate? How to check out a contractor before you hire
Filed under: Contractor Selection, Home Remodeling, Home Renovation, Home Renovation Contractors
(ARA) – Warm weather is here and it’s time to start thinking about those home renovation and home improvement projects you put on hold until the weather – or the economy – got better. While many indicators point toward a better economy, many contractors are still feeling the pinch, and are competing fiercely to win business.
Remodeling tips for multigenerational households
Filed under: Additions & Extensions, Bathroom Remodeling, Doors, Energy Efficiency, Green Home Remodeling, Green Remodeling, Home Remodeling, Painting, Patio, Windows
(ARA) – Make room for family: Whether finishing basements or updating bathrooms, homeowners are making home improvements to accommodate more family members moving into their homes.
How to lower your utility costs during the hottest months of the year
Filed under: Air Quality, Do-It-Yourself, Eco-Friendly, Energy Efficiency, Green Remodeling, Insulation, Weatherproofing
(ARA) – The dog days of summer can be brutal on utility bills and a major drain for pocketbooks, but they don’t have to be.
How to properly prepare your paint project
(ARA) – A simple paint project is an easy way to add a pop of color and upgrade your home decor. And while choosing the latest color trends may be the most exciting part of painting a room, it isn’t the most important step in the process. The way you prep the room can affect the final result of the DIY project.
Deck and porch railings not only enhance safety, but add decorative style as well
(ARA) – For years, homeowners considered railing the icing on the cake when considering a deck – it was nice to have, but not essential.
