Posts in Category: Home Renovation Tips

Window screens - everyone has them but most of us don’t pay much attention to them, even though they’re great assets to have on your home or apartment. They keep out unwanted insects and allow an extra measure of safety. When the weather is lovely outside, it’s easy to open a window and let some fresh air in the house. This is when most of us usually realize that our window screens haven’t been cleaned in quite some time.

If you’re replacing the old windows in your house with new ones, don’t throw them out. Instead, use them to create unique focal pieces for any room in your home.

Repurposed windows can be turned into wall art that touts a special quote, photograph frames that showcase your family, unique jewelry organizers for your accessories, or, for those who are handy with a hammer and nails, a piece of furniture. 

Have you ever heard the saying, "If a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?”  The answer to this debated question is yes.

The same holds true for water damage. Unfortunately, water damage to a home often goes unseen by the homeowner. The sign of any destruction is usually hidden by siding or exterior cladding, but underneath there can be serious damage occurring.

If you are looking for a fun way to refresh your home, you may be considering painting an exterior door. Your front door plays a key role in the curb appeal of your property and, with the right paint job, you can make your home even more welcoming.

Painting an exterior door is a little different than painting the internal portions of your home. External doors are exposed to weather conditions and dirt that can challenge the durability of the door itself. In order to appropriately address the demands placed upon your door, you’ll need use the proper paint so your hard work will hold up.

Summer is here! That means the number of outside activities is going to increase at a fever pitch. That also means your home will be exposed to family and friends, whereas in the winter it was tucked away. Now your home is about to become a meeting place for going to the beach, planning picnics or hosting that company barbecue. You want it to be as inviting as possible.

A beautiful entry door can genuinely add to the elegance of your home. Like most parts of your home, your entry door will need some special cleaning attention. Today’s fiberglass or steel entry doors meet the highest standards for beauty, durability, security and energy efficiency and are easy to clean and maintain.

These are uncertain days and it is even more necessary to exercise home energy efficiency. Not only do you save money, it also adds to your comfort as well. Nobody likes a drafty house, or enjoys being in a home with moldy insulation, uncovered or frozen pipes, or exposed wiring protruding though the walls.

While many people reach for paper towels and window cleaner when their view to the outside world becomes obstructed by dirt and grime, the process of squirting solution onto the pane and wiping it away usually results in simply moving the dirt particles from one part of the window to another. In order to get your windows really clean, you need to lift the dirt away, not just relocate it. 

We’ve all had to deal with a broken window at some point in our lives. If you are good with DIY home repairs, then replacing broken window glass won’t be a problem. But be careful, it can be dangerous to work with broken glass, so be sure to wear goggles and work gloves to protect your eyes and hands. Make sure to wear long sleeves, pants and shoes in order to keep your skin safe from nicks and cuts.

Vertical blinds offer home owners privacy from the outside, while allowing for easy light control options. Verticals are perfect for use on an enclosed patio, as they block UV rays and can cover the length of the windows.