Savvy Bathroom-Storage Solutions
While the bathroom may be one of the smallest rooms in the home, it is also the area where we store a multitude of items, from cosmetics to cleaners, laundry to linens. With this in mind, it's easy for your bath to feel more like crowded, cluttered chaos than the spa sanctuary we long for it to be. Luckily, with a few conscious attempts to control the clutter, your bathroom storage woes will cease and you can create a bathing haven to put you at ease. Shower … [Continue Reading...]
Three Green Trends For 2012 Home Remodeling
For some homeowners, remodeling projects are regular occurrences to keep their homes looking fresh. Sometimes, that means smaller changes like a new coat of paint or changing a light fixture. Other times, more substantial changes are needed. Determining those changes can be a challenge, but looking at the potential return on investment is a great way to prioritize. Bathroom remodeling offers a 68.7 percent return on investment, according to a National Association of … [Continue Reading...]
Tips For Working Smarter Outside Of The Traditional Office Environment
For many professionals, life in a cubicle is a thing of the past. Going into work could very well mean taking a stroll down the hall to your home office or heading to the coffee shop down the street. Employers are even moving past the cube-and-office model, and instead incorporating more common areas and ad-hoc spaces that promote collaboration and flexibility. Today's technology allows employees to jump into a teleconference from anywhere at a moment's notice from … [Continue Reading...]
Easy, Affordable Weekend Spruce-up Projects You Can Tackle This Spring
When it comes to home improvement, most of us have two "to-do" lists: the things we need to do, such as paint the shutters and clean out gutters, and the list of those we want to do, such as fun and easy projects that add visual interest or practical enhancements to the outdoors. Since our budgets for both lists are usually limited, it makes sense to seek out projects that are easy, affordable and that create the most impact in a short amount of time. Spring outdoor … [Continue Reading...]
This Week’s Top Story
What Efficient Fuel Heats Your Home And Saves You Money?
Cold days are here to stay, and the lower the temperature goes, the higher the utility costs are to heat your home. What if there was a way to heat your house … [Continuing reading...]
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Demand For Healthier Building Options Drives The Rediscovery Of Ceramic Tile
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Bed Bug Battles: How To Keep The Pests Out Of Your Home
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How To Protect Your Heart And Increase Your Energy Levels
One of the secrets to enjoying life while aging is to take care of your heart. Heart health is important for Americans to discuss with their doctors, as heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women … [Continue reading...]
Slash College Bills With Tax Benefits
Other than buying a home and automobile, a college education is one of the biggest investments Americans typically make. On average, in-state tuition and fees at a four-year public college increased by more … [Continue reading...]
Ideas To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient This Winter
(ARA) - After winter has arrived, you know what's coming next - higher energy bills. To get through the cold, dark months of the year, you flip on the lights and turn up the heat, both of which can send energy … [Continue reading...]
Tax Credit And Deduction Tips For Home Improvement In 2012
(ARA) - With the new year under way, you may be thinking about needed home improvements and how you'll use your credit to fund them. While it's important to understand your credit before making major home … [Continue reading...]
Expert Tips for Staying Healthy Into the New Year
(ARA) - While the winter months bring the joys of snowy days, holiday feasts and New Year's resolutions, they can also be a challenging time to stay healthy - especially for people living with diabetes. … [Continue reading...]
Ring In 2012 With Renewed Home Decor
(ARA) - New Year's is a time when many people commit to starting fresh or developing some positive changes in their lives. As you consider what you will change in 2012, think about where you spend the majority … [Continue reading...]
