Professional graphic designer Jen Allyson had a right budget for her home renovation. After compiling a list of what should be prioritized, she then proceeded to shop for all the low-cost materials needed. She created a budget for each room that needed to be worked on and made sure not to surpass it. For the hardwood flooring and stairs, she avoided hiring a contractor and saved over 40% in the end. If you are like Jen and want to renovate or...
Replacing your old couch cushions is important for maintaining a high comfort level. Fortunately, it’s extremely easy to replace. Here is a quick guide to help you get started. Measure Your Cushion Before You Replace When you purchase replacement cushions for your seats, you want to be sure that you get the correct sizing. By putting in a size too big, what you will end up with is a bumpy, awkward-looking seat. You wouldn’t want your guest...
So you’ve found a furniture set that would be perfect for your patio, the only trouble is that it was designed for use indoors. While furniture specifically designed for use outdoors will generally last longer, with proper weatherproofing even indoor furniture may be used out in the elements. If you’re trying to protect furniture made of wood, you will need to treat it with multiple coats of an exterior finish that is designed to protect...
Your front door is more than an entryway into your house. It commands major attention from the street and is one of the main factors in curb appeal. Here are some things to consider when buying an entry door. Strengths and Weaknesses Each door has its strengths and weaknesses. From fiberglass to wood, choose the right type of material that best suits your environment and where you live. While they may all be aesthetically pleasing, the most...
Are you having problems selling your house? Are potential buyers leaving instead of coming in bunches? Many homeowners make these common mistakes when trying to sell their house and end up having their house sit in real estate purgatory. Pay Attention to Curb Appeal Curb appeal is one of the first things that prospective home buyers see. If the front exterior looks nice, they will most likely schedule a viewing. Many people focus too much on the...
Written by Carlo Badalamenti. When you order replacement foam for your sofa or chair cushion, you can typically get it ordered in one of many different common shapes. Sites such as the Foam Factory will have different popular shapes to choose from -- all you need to do is put in the measurements of your particular cushion and they will do the rest. But what do you do if your seat doesn’t come in a normal size? You might have a boat seat that...
If you are new to safes, you will likely be confused with what the first part in the name of the TRTL30x6 safe means. Is it some poorly thought out brand name? Is it a product code? Or, is it a simply generic name that is also used by other manufacturers? TRTL30x6 is actually a code that indicates the type of safe. The combination of letters and number represent major attributes of the safe. These combinations, simply put, are as follows: TR -...
The kitchens, master bedroom and bathrooms are the prime selling points of your home outside of the curb appeal your front yard can set. Bigger kitchens are the most desirable, but not every house was built with a large kitchen in mind. Here are some tips to help make your smaller kitchen look significantly larger. Take out a Wall If you don’t have a load bearing wall in the kitchen, take a sledge hammer to it and you’ll create more space in...
Keeping an office tidy gives it a look of success too. First, it gives visitors a positive impression. Second, it increases productivity as it contributes to employee health too. Of course, it’s an excellent option to hire in-house cleaners. But it’s even better to hire out office cleaning to company externally. So, here are 3 reasons why you should outsource office cleaning: 1: Save Money You can save a substantial amount of money when it...
A construction claim can be more than just a thorn in the side for a small contractor outfit. Disputes mean manpower lost, which translates to dollar bills and contracts. If your crew is unable to work, you won’t find many new jobs and your outfit won’t last. One of the best defenses that construction contractors have is a construction claims expert to detail what you need to defend yourself. Learn from the best and follow these tips....
