The garage often serves as a dumping ground for old paint, broken toys, and boxes of clothes awaiting a ride to the local thrift store. Luckily, with the right storage, your vehicle doesn’t have to squeeze into its dedicated space. Find what meets your needs in a handful of steps.
From gravel to brick, bluestone to concrete, these gorgeous walkway ideas can take you wherever you want to go in your landscaping.
Does your house suffer from drab door syndrome? It’s a common diagnosis. We tend to view doors as necessities—all function and no frill—so we don’t see them as the decorative elements they are, or could be. But a door is a room’s introduction and finale, both the first and last thing we see as we pass through. And there are doors everywhere! If we take closets into consideration, an average-size home could easily have 20 or more doors. Giving at least a few of them a little attention can go a long way. There are lots of ways to give your doors a little pick-me-up. Simple embellishments will give you almost instant gratification, but if you’re up for a bigger design challenge, you can give a door a head-to-toe makeover by stenciling an intricate design or by stripping it down and applying a distressed finish. Here are 12 decorative touches, from easy to expert, that can give your door the distinction it deserves.
If you’re thinking about updating your home’s exterior, be sure to avoid these outdated, so-20th-century trends.
Most people don’t really think about the roof over their heads…until it springs a leak! Don’t wait until water is pouring through the ceiling and you have to break out the buckets to pay attention to your roof. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, homeowners should perform a regular roof inspection twice a year, in the spring and fall. This year, a spring roof inspection is particularly critical, in the wake of the severe snow and ice accumulation this past winter. Homeowners should remove debris from rooftops, drains, gutters and downspouts, and at the same time, check for signs of damage. Here are a few things to look for that might indicate it is time for a new roof.
A home warranty can help cover your roofing needs—but there’s a catch.
Garages: indispensable for keeping your car out of the elements, doing messy projects without cleaning up after them, and for storing items out of sight and mind. But if you’re dissatisfied with the dark, oil-stained outbuilding on your property, read on for simple additions that can help you get the most out of this utilitarian outpost.
Wi-Fi security cameras used to be the new kid on the block, but now they are the easy, obvious choice in many cases. What’s left for those who’d rather have a more secure connection?
As outdoor relaxation season heats up, be sure to check your deck and take care of any necessary repairs. Here’s what to look for.
Good fences make good neighbors, but when tree branches extend over those fences—or property lines—the folks next door can get pretty grouchy.