Homes are a significant investment that every individual should be looking for. Everyone deserves a right place to stay before starting their day ahead and a venue to make themselves safe when the sun comes down. With this, a lot of us don’t just look for a typical home, but something that comes with a […]
6 Ways to Soundproof a Window in Your Home
Living near noisy neighbors or high traffic streets may disrupt your day as the sounds often echo into your home. Nothing is worse than hearing construction or the garbage truck in the early hours of the morning. There are plenty of noise reduction strategies one can utilize to soundproof their windows (some cheap ones as […]
Cool Home Applications of Epoxy Coating
Epoxy coating is one of the most treasured materials in commercial establishments and industrial facilities. Now, it has found its way into households, too. Epoxy applications for home use have become prevalent because of its noteworthy benefits. Here are some of its benefits (among other): It comes in a wide selection of colors and it […]
Different Types of Finishes That Make Concrete Floors Aesthetically Appealing
In the past, a lot of interior designers and homeowners were limited by the available concrete floor finishings on the market. Apart from common gray concrete finishes, there weren’t many choices available back then. Nowadays, you can now choose from several types of finishes aside from concrete floors. With this wide option, the aesthetics that […]
6 Renovations to Make Your Home Air Tight
If you want to take on a renovation project before winter comes, you should look into fixing air leaks in your home. When your home has air leaks, it increases energy costs to heat and cool your home. This causes potential durability issues, and lets in unhealthy airborne pollutants that affect your air quality. The […]
Home Renovation and Safety – What You Should Know Before You Do-It-Yourself
As home renovation has become popularized by many television shows, the labor that goes into these projects is only half of what makes for an amazing finished product. Unfortunately, these shows have encouraged people to begin tackling projects on their own, sparking a do-it-yourself (DIY) craze that continues to grow. While renovating your home has […]
5 Amazing Ideas for Home Addition Projects
This is a guest post courtesy of Matt Doyle, the Vice President and Co-founder of Excel Builders. Image Source I have seen some amazing home additions and spent quite a lot of time building them. I think what really makes people want to go wild with them is the idea of having so much extra […]
Brickmold vs no Brickmold – What is Brickmold around Windows
Getting a window repaired can be a daunting task. You might say that calling in the professionals would get the job done. Yes, that’s true, but what will you do when you need to choose between brickmold or no brickmold options around windows or house doors? This is a real dilemma for house owners and […]
Durock Vs. Hardiebacker: A Comparison as Tough as the Boards Themselves
Durock and Hardiebacker are two different brands of cement backer boards used in rooms that are susceptible to moisture buildup. While both of these brands offer products that are highly raved about by users, each brand does have their own features that set them apart from each other.
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Ease of Use Both Durock and […]
Sanded vs Unsanded Grout – Comparison and Differences
You have taken the decision to do some DIY work at your home such as adding tiles to your kitchen back splash or shower enclosure, installing flooring in a room etc. Being a first-time DIYer, you are planning on having plenty of extra tile on hand in case of a redo. However, in selecting the […]