Home Improvement for Everyone
The history of furniture dates back many years, and the word ‘sofa’ comes from an Arabic word that means ‘bench.’ Similarly, the word ‘couch’ originates from an old French term that translates to ‘recline.’ The Ancient Egyptians are known by scholars today as having used some of the earliest tables, and they were much simpler […]
Have you taken a tour of your dad’s toolkit lately? You might have been pretty surprised to notice that there are a ton of assortments of everything: silver pieces labeled “3/8 flat washer”, “hex flange bolts” or “12 point flange bolt”. With all this assortment, how is anyone to know which items to with with […]
A surprising new customer has entered the solar renewable energy market: mines. Around the world, various mining companies are turning to wind and solar energy technology to provide power to their operations. A 15-megawatt solar facility powers about 5% of the operations at Freeport-McMorRan’s Bagdad copper and molybdenum open pit mine per an agreement with […]
When it’s time to install replacement flooring in your home, the options might seem endless — because they basically are. However, your choice could be easier than you think, especially if you want your flooring to do good for the environment. With the market for more eco-friendly flooring quickly on the rise, it’s easier than […]
If you are redoing your home, this is the perfect time to create a custom bathroom design that caters to your needs and personal style. According to the annual Cost vs. Value Report done by Remodeling Magazine, remodeling your bathroom is a smart investment. The average cost of a bathroom remodel of $16,128 will recoup […]
Having a state-of-the-art heating system installed in your house is only the first step to making sure that you have the most efficient home heating system possible — there are also plenty of follow-up steps to make sure that you’re heating your house safely and efficiently, without spending more money than necessary. If you aren’t […]
When considering housing and investment options, people often wonder whether it’s better to rent or own. But there’s a third option you might consider: rent to own. This process, also called lease to purchase, might seem a little intimidating at first. But with a little research, you can find out if it’s the right call […]
What will be the most profitable home improvement projects of 2015? Experts are already weighing in, suggesting the best fixes and renovations for homeowners to get the very best value out of their home. Here are just a few ways you can improve your living space, while ultimately improving the resale value of your home, […]
Real estate is a notoriously tricky industry, with property values changing so quickly and with so many options — House, townhouse, apartment, or condo? Buy or rent? — it’s no surprise that so many people get frustrated and don’t want to make a big mistake. After all, buying a condo or a house is a […]
Let’s be honest, a garage has a tendency to become the dumping grounds of a home. If it doesn’t fit elsewhere, or it’s not regularly used, it always magically finds its way to the garage, where in many cases, it’s never seen again. But the garage should be serving its intended purpose, for parking cars, […]