Adding an accent wall is a stylish touch for your home. Best of all? It doesn't have to be pricey or complicated to be pretty.
"Accent walls are very versatile and great in small or open plan
If you are considering building a room addition, the best way to minimize the cost is to build within your home's existing footprint. Build another bedroom by utilizing some of your home's unfin
It's often said that the kitchen is where we spend most of our time. So why not make that time more enjoyable by organizing it in the way that works best for you? How you organize your kitchen sh
If you own a home with clapboard siding long enough, you'll inevitably end up needing to do the occasional clapboard replacement project.
Replacing clapboard house siding is not hard to do. How
"A house is just a place to keep your stuff while you go out and get more stuff." -- George Carlin
Clutter has become a national obsession: How to define it, how to organize it, and how to get
Deciding on basement flooring can be challenging. A basement floor is simply a slab of concrete that rests on the ground. Consequently, the surface is very hard and is subject to moisture wicking
Summer entertaining is unique. Fireflies, balmy evenings and lazy talk woven together with seasonal foods make summer nights special. Watermelon, plump berries and melting ice cream come to mind
To properly estimate the cost of a bathroom renovation, you must consider two main things: Who will do the work and how many big-ticket items you plan to replace. Below are some tips on estimatin
The two most popular types of driveway materials are asphalt and concrete. They each have their own unique pros and cons. Asphalt driveways are better suited for cooler climates, whereas concret
Everyone's idea of a perfect vacation or getaway is different. Most would agree, however, that a beach vacation rates up there with the best. Those with homes on a beach will tell you how great i
Are you fed up with water leaking out of your shower every day? Low water pressure is frustrating, but you don't have to live with it. You can improve it in no time once you've discovered the sou
Dear James: I was raised in an older house that had pocket doors, but they never worked smoothly. I am building my own house now, and I would like to use pocket doors. How can I avoid the problems