Chopping, dicing and slicing ingredients is a vital knife skill that home cooks should master to make their kitchen tasks less time consuming and more efficient. It also helps them create tastier and more appealing meals. Proper knife technique helps prevent fatigue, wrist issues and even accidents. This visual guide will teach you basic knife […]
Homebuyers are putting eco-friendly features high on their property wish lists. This is due to several factors including cost savings, environmental responsibility, and increased resale value. Many standard building materials contain volatile organic compounds that can cause a variety of issues like nausea; eye, nose, and throat irritation; and skin problems. Eco-friendly homes prioritize the […]
Upgrades can make an enormous impactful statement about you and your home – be they for selling it or simply keeping up appearances. Plus, many can be done yourself. Painting old light fixtures is a cost-effective and quick way to update the look of any room, while replacing dated hardware is another cost-saving upgrade option. […]
Americans generate a lot of waste, with much ending up in landfills despite efforts at recycling. One way you can help combat this problem is to repurpose household items you no longer use into something useful for others. Baby lotion bottles are often overlooked when it comes to recycling efforts, yet you can turn one […]
At home, a new coat of paint can make or break its aesthetic. But choosing the appropriate hues can be daunting. First of all, store-bought color swatches don’t always provide an accurate representation. Room exposure and lighting conditions can bring out subtleties you may have overlooked in store displays. 1. Know Your Space Selecting paint […]
Multifunctional furniture provides endless possibilities when furnishing a new apartment or downsizing to a smaller home. Crafted with plenty of extra storage space built-in, multipurpose pieces can help keep all of your necessities safe from damage or clutter. Beds that convert to couches, coffee tables with extendable dining surfaces, and seating that doubles as shelving […]
Architectural styles are visual manifestations of culture. Ranging from Gothic cathedrals to Art Deco skyscrapers, each architecture style exudes the beliefs and values of its culture in its architecture style. Each architecture style boasts its own distinctive personality that sets it apart from others. By exploring different architectural styles from around the globe, you will […]
Window treatments are both fashionable and functional; they provide privacy, light control, warmth, character and color to a room. Choose instead a dark wood finish to enhance the architecture of your home and make printed and patterned curtains pop against its background. Sheer Shades Sheer shades add an air of elegance to any window. Hang […]
Home automation refers to the use of smart devices that communicate and work together seamlessly. These can respond to triggers like schedules, temperature fluctuations, motion or doorbell rings for instance. Automating multiple things together, like setting a “Wakeup” scene that turns on lights, lowers thermostat temperature, and plays soothing music is one way to automate […]
Insulation is an economical and effective way to make your home more comfortable, reduce energy bills and improve indoor air quality. Insulation helps trap heat during winter, and keep cool air out during summer. Ventilation is also vitally important, allowing fresh air into your home while exhausting contaminated or damp air outwards. Ventilation also plays […]
