Bamboo flooring offers warmth, elegance, and natural beauty to rooms. Shoppers for new flooring should take a look at the pros and cons of bamboo flooring. It may be the perfect flooring for your next home improvement project. Pros Let’s start with a look at the positive aspects of bamboo flooring (and there are many). … Read more
When picking new flooring, durability is as important as appearance. Hardwood, bamboo, carpet, vinyl, and tile all have their pros and cons. But often the deciding factor is price. So, is bamboo flooring more expensive than hardwood flooring? No, bamboo is less expensive than traditional hardwood flooring and is often more durable, easier to maintain, … Read more
Whether you recently purchased your home or have been residents for a while, chances are good there are at least a few aspects that you’d like to change. Many times people can be intimidated by the amount of time, effort or money that can go into home renovations, but there are ways to change things … Read more
Pet ownership has been a steadily increasing trend in American households. In 2018, 60.2 million U.S. households owned dogs – a number that has since grown to nearly 70 million in 2022. It’s estimated that 90.5 million families in the United States own pets. It’s no wonder that more renovations include purpose-built features to enhance … Read more
In today’s modern climate, more and more people are considering ways to try to reduce waste and be more resourceful. While it can be exciting and advantageous to renovate your home, home renovation and other demolition projects can produce a significant amount of waste. Luckily, the preservation of resources can go beyond the traditional ways … Read more
…If you missed Part 1, check A Guide to Remodeling a Fixer-Upper | Part 1 A Little Paint Does A Lot in a Fixer-Upper A little bit of paint goes a very long way in freshening up the look of any space. If an area is structurally sound, then a good scrubbing and paint can … Read more
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned DIY-er looking for a challenge, tackling a fixer-upper has a certain appeal. Maybe you’ve spent too many COVID-19 restricted hours binging on HGTV and the DIY network or are looking for a way to buy a larger home with a smaller price tag. Whatever the reason, … Read more
So which surface is better for your home: bamboo or cork flooring? Both bamboo and cork floors are made from natural, sustainable plants, so you might anticipate they are similar in many other ways too. To a large extent, you would be correct. But some striking differences are likely to tip the balance, depending on … Read more
The number of multi-generational households in America has doubled since 1980. Now, more than 57% of households have more than one generation living in them. It’s not that people have more kids. It’s a case of more adult children returning home. Plus, people are living longer and moving in with their adult children for extra … Read more
What’s your biggest fear about home improvement? For many people, it’s unknowns that prevent them from taking action or losing sleep once they do. Feeling like you’re working in the dark can slow decision-making. And, when you boil it down, home improvement projects are nothing more than a series of tiny and massive decisions. You’re … Read more