You bought a cheeseburger from China? “It was cheaper ,” you say, “plus, money’s tight. “ If you’d thought about it carefully, however, you might have spent a little more money after deciding what you really care about, and gotten something that is not only better for you, but a better choice for yourself (and […]

As consumers spend more time at home, the garage is being rediscovered and transformed into more than just a place to park the car or an overflow storage area. It’s a versatile workspace that can house the entire family’s hobbies and favorite things-from tools and sports gear to toys and gardening equipment. All these items […]

Picture this: your home bathed in natural, all-encompassing daylight, courtesy of skylights. Now you can picture it with the help of a new interactive app for personal devices including iPhones, iPads, iPods and Androids. Just go to veluxusa.com and enter “planner” to download the free app. Then you just snap photos of your rooms and […]

When the time comes for a new roof, today’s homeowners can be on top of the situation. Whether building a new home or remodeling, selecting the right roofing involves more than aesthetics and cost. Factors such as building codes, climate and how long you intend to stay in the home can affect decisions about material, […]

Most people familiar with interior design know the value of mirrors. When placed right, they can make a room appear larger and lighter than it really is. A mirror placed across from a window in a small, narrow room, for example, can open it up. Mirrors can be used in other ways to play up […]

My, how time has flown. Seems like only yesterday you were packing up for the big move to your house. Now your children are all grown, some with children of their own, and the house you have cherished for so long seems big and empty. The time has come for you to downsize. Downsizing typically […]

You’re not much of a woodworker, but you found a little table at a yard sale that would look good with a little work. You cleaned it up, fixed the drawer and now you’ve sanded it down. The table is made of various types of woods, none of which are in good condition. That, along […]

You have lived in your home for quite some time now, and for the most part, you enjoy it. It is warm and cozy with enough space for everyone and everything. You like the yard as well; there is one little problem with it, however. There is no fence so there is no privacy. You […]

Painting the ceiling is a great way to complete a room and give it a polished look. By using the ceiling as a fifth wall, you can add a splash of color to make small rooms seem larger and cavernous ones cozier and give a fresh, clean appearance to every room. Moreover, painting the ceiling […]

Home remodeling projects can be daunting, especially in the kitchen. Most home remodeling veterans will agree that the biggest frustrations during a kitchen renovation are the unexpected delays. Thankfully, there are things you can do to defray this time lost by choosing products that are made to work together seamlessly, like cabinets and countertops. Advice […]