(BPT) — Have you ever admired a coffee table cleverly fabricated using a discarded door sitting on a frame? Or been surprised by the sight of an old refrigerator reborn as a bookshelf or TV cabinet? Even bathroom fixtures have been known to draw notice (and a snicker or two) when repurposed as garden containers. […]

When Pauline Paradis, of Poland, wanted additional cabinets to fit into odd-sized spaces in her home, she searched for a local custom woodworker to help her create the functional cabinets and closets, as well as a kitchen island, that would meet her needs. Local woodworkers such as David Barber of Forwood Thinking, LLC in Durham, […]

My husband, Pete, and I just completed a major remodel which doubled our kitchen area and has made it much more pleasant to work in. In the process we discovered a few helpful hints to reduce the hassle that a major kitchen renovation could entail. We have a typical cape with the kitchen and dining […]

The iconic Main Street store survived the great fire of 1893 that devastated most of the street. It survived flooding caused from broken pipes. It survived damage caused by burglars looking for whatever they could steal, but it would not survive the ravages of Mother Nature. For Lesley Dean, The Blue Store was the legacy […]

(BPT) — The kitchen is the heart of the home and a top-selling feature with homebuyers. Does yours convey style and functionality? Whether you’ve just completed a remodel or you’re looking for ways to upgrade your existing kitchen, a tile backsplash will instantly transform the space into an eye-catching masterpiece. “Tile backsplashes are timeless, providing […]

The sink is one of the most important aspects of a kitchen. Yet few homeowners pay attention to it until the time comes to replace it. One shopping trip for a new kitchen sink will uncover dozens of possibilities. Here is a brief overview of some of the styles, materials and designs you might come […]

Home improvement projects can turn a house into a home. Homeowners plan scores of renovations to transform living spaces into rooms that reflect their personal tastes and comforts. Homeowners going it alone may find things do not always go as planned. In fact, a Harris Interactive study found that 85 percent of homeowners say remodeling […]

These investments can add up to a higher resale value when the time comes to sell a home. Certain projects have a history of providing a greater return on homeowners’ investments than others. The following renovation tips can add beauty to your home and generate great returns when you put the home up for sale. […]

Home renovations are typically exciting, as homeowners get to see the visions of their dream homes come to light right before their very eyes. Turning an outdated bathroom into a modern oasis or an empty basement into the ultimate man cave strengthens the sense of attachment homeowners have with their homes. But few home renovation […]

The presence of mold in a home is a sight few homeowners want to see. In addition to being unsightly, mold found in a home can be unhealthy. While certain cleaners may prove effective at removing mold, homeowners who want to remove existing mold growths and prevent future growths may benefit from gaining a greater […]