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12 Best Furniture Design Software (Free&Paid) 3D, Online or for Windows

nice furniture on home living room

Whether your intention is building a single chair, you plan to furnish an entire home or you are looking to launch a commercial enterprise, the right furniture design software is essential. But software has limits, wrote expert Katharine Schwab. She reminds readers that furniture design requires more than algorithms. It also requires human ingenuity. That’s […]

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List of Heavy Equipment You Will Need for House Renovations

Depending on the scale of your renovations, you may need to employ more than just basic tools. Sure, even massive projects like roofing can be handled with hand tools and ladders/scaffolding, however, this prolongs the project and exposes the workforce to more risk. In other words, when dealing with complex tasks, you might feel inclined […]

Filed Under: Home Improvement

ES Windows vs PGT – Hurricane Impact Windows Comparison

comparison of ES Windows and PGT

Impact-resistant windows give you, a homeowner, multiple advantages including hurricane, break-in and debris protection, noise reduction and improved insulation. At this point, you may have found that there are so many different manufacturers jumping on the impact-resistant bandwagon, right? How do you know who to go with? Trust us, we get it — it’s a real struggle […]

Filed Under: Exterior Design

Comparison of Moen vs Delta vs Kohler Kitchen Faucets

kitchen faucet comparison

When shopping around for a kitchen faucet, three brands stand above all. These of course are Moen,  Delta, and Kohler kitchen faucets. These manufacturers are among the leaders within the plumbing fixture industry, having proven that they understand the diverse needs of their customers. You will find that all three brands have a substantial lineup […]

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Comparison of Andersen vs Marvin Hurricane Impact Windows

andersen or marvin windows

Each year, on average, America has around 12 major storms, 6 hurricanes and 3 instances of what are classed as ‘major hurricanes’. Both major storms and hurricanes cause a substantial amount of damage to numerous homes and businesses across America.  In fact, in recent years some major storms have caused damage to properties running into […]

Filed Under: Exterior Design, Recommendations

Review of Instant Pot DUO 60 Vs DUO Plus 60 – Best Cookers this Year

comparison of pressure cookers

You have probably heard about the Instant Pot DUO pressure cookers. As Instant Pot claims, their DUO multi-cooker series is the #1-selling multi-cooker product on the market. That sounds pretty believable when you take into account the features of their DUO pressure cookers. QUICK COMPARISON: The DUO and DUO Plus cookers are pretty similar in […]

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How is the Recent Pandemic Affecting Real Estate Market Prices in Canada?

house exteriors

From minimizing sales to changing the way homes are being shown to the potential customers, the global pandemic is going to change the Canada real estate market on a short-term and long-term basis. To claim that the series of events in the past few months have had an unparalleled effect on how the society is […]

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5 Essential Items you Will Need in Your Nursery Room

modern nursery room

Are you expecting a child soon? It’s high time to start preparing the nursery by equipping it with everything it needs. Find out how to plan a nursery room and how to organize it before the arrival of your child. Babies are sweet. That’s why the upcoming arrival of a newborn is always exciting. A nursery room is one […]

Filed Under: Bedroom

6 Ways To Prevent Leaking in Metal Roofs in Homes

wooden house with metal roof

Does your home have a metal roof? If so, then you have a roof that will last you a long time, with an estimated 40 to 75-year life span. It is light, non-combustible, and recyclable as well. Metal roofs also have a reputation of doing well under extreme weather conditions, especially when it’s installed perfectly. […]

Filed Under: Roofing

How to Install Brick Molding Around Windows and Doors (DIY)

brickmould in houses

In this article we will describe how to install brick molding around windows and doors, material and tools needed for the job and also how to remove old brick moulding as well, so let’s get started. Materials and Tools Needed Hammer Crow bar Construction utility knife, construction pocket knife, or box cutter Chisel (optional) Heavy […]

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The Hidden Problems In Old Homes and How to Deal With Them

traditional house

If you’re an owner of a property that’s well past its heyday, regardless of how good it looks on the outside, one thing is sure – it’s always possible that there are some unaddressed problems from before ‘beneath the hood’. Ignoring these issues can prove to be disastrous for both you and your family, because […]

Filed Under: Home Improvement

16 Different Types of Desks for Home, Office, Computer etc

various desk styles

Your desk—just like every other piece of furniture you choose for your home or office—needs to be functional, sturdy, and comfortable. Ideally, it’s got to look good, too. Functionality: is it easy to reach the items you’ll use on a regular basis? Do you have enough desk space to work effectively? Does the storage make […]

Filed Under: Interior Design

10 Top Architecture and BIM Design Software for 3D/2D Modeling

design tools and apps

Once upon a time, only wealthy members of society could afford to have a home designed to their specifications, but these days, anyone can do it thanks to architecture design software. This software niche has evolved from complicated to easy-to-follow programs, and like most popular apps on today’s market, features have become even more sophisticated. […]

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10 Alternatives to Box Springs for Your Bed Foundation (Pros/Cons)

foundations like box spring

The box spring bed foundation seems to have been around forever, but it has never been used in some countries. In fact, many countries around the world have alternatives that serve them more than enough. What Is a Box Spring? You sleep on a mattress most of the time, but your mattress needs to rest […]

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6 Ways To Make Your Home Stand Out From Others

luxury home

Have you ever driven down a street and wondered why every house looked so alike? That’s the case with specific neighborhoods; houses are often built in a way that they began to look like mirror images of one another. We believe that this shouldn’t be the case. A house reflects the personality of the owner […]

Filed Under: Home Architecture

5 Basic Principles and 7 Elements of Interior Design That Every Home Owner Must Know

interior design basics principles

In this article we will discuss some basic interior design principles such as Scale&Proportion, Balance, Rhythm, Emphasis (Focal Point), and Harmony. Over the course of Earth’s history, substantial growth and evolution has occurred in the world of art and design. The true origin of design stems directly from nature. Natural beauty has been observed and […]

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What Does Split Bedrooms Design Mean in Home Architecture? Some Pros and Cons.

master bedroom separate from the rest in the house

A split bedroom design floor plan, also referred to as split bedroom home, is when the master bedroom/suite is situated away from the other bedrooms or any common areas of the house. Typically, such a design would involve the master bedroom to be situated on the floor plan in such a manner, where the privacy […]

Filed Under: Bedroom, Home Architecture

15 Tips on How to Add Value to Your Home Property

house exterior with green grass

In the old days, people bought a home and lived there throughout their lives. Today, people buy a starter home, upgrade when their family grows larger, and then downgrade once again when the nest empties out. No matter which stage of your life, you may be considering how to add value to your home and […]

Filed Under: Real Estate

Why is My House So Hot? Here are 10 Reasons + Ways to Prevent it

hot in house

There’s a lot to be said about comfort during winter months when nobody complains about warmth, but during the rest of the year, having a house that’s too hot can send family members who neither work nor attend school scurrying to air conditioned libraries and malls. To get an answer to the question, “why is […]

Filed Under: Home General

5 Welcoming Kitchen & Dining Room Signs and Ideas to Personalize Your Home

kitchen signs

There are a lot of things that you should consider when deciding to decorate or remodel your house. One type of furniture can determine whether a space is modern or a little laid back. It’s that crucial. From choosing the best styles for your kitchen and dining area to the best material for your floors, […]

Filed Under: Home Decor

Top 10 Bathroom Design Software for your Home (Free&Paid) both 2D and 3D

double sink bathroom

According to HGTV.com, homeowners stand to gain big benefits from re-designing and remodeling a bathroom that includes an estimated 102-percent return when the house sells. The right software can go a long way to helping you achieve a clean, stylish, new look. Replace inefficient features. Turn your bathroom into an eco-friendly oasis. But before the […]

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12 Different Types of Home Design Software for Interiors and Exteriors

home design software

Until recently, when a house was redecorated or built from scratch, it’s owner could, at the most, ideate on the completed project. Sometimes, the outcome of the finished project didn’t look anything like what they pictured in their mind, and sometimes it would seem as envisioned, but a disappointment in real life. The owner would […]

Filed Under: Design Software

33 Awesome Living Room Ideas with HardWood Floors (GALLERY)

Classic Living Room with HardWood Floors

Welcome to our picture Gallery of 33 stunning Hardwood Floor Living Room Ideas. The living room is the most prominent living space within a home, so it is important that it’s designed accordingly. The choice of flooring is an integral part of a living room design.  It is relatively simple to replace a sofa or […]

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12 Great Kitchen Design Software (Free&Paid) for Starters or Pros

kitchen software

Are you building your dream home? Or, are you remodeling your existing house and want an epic kitchen to spice things up? Whatever you’re doing to your cooking space, make it come to life before you splash a lot of money on a vision in your head. How can you do that, we hear you […]

Filed Under: Design Software

5 Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers for Small and Large Areas and Basements

dehumidifier for crawl spaces

If you have a crawl space as home foundation or if you have a basement in your house, I’m well aware of the problems that can arise in these areas: Excess humidity that can cause mold, bacteria and mildew building up, dump and polluted air that may also leak into the house etc. Many people […]

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10 Amazing Benefits of Vertical Gardening

vertical gardening

If you are someone who is really passionate about gardening but you have limited space that you can work with, vertical gardening can be the solution. It is becoming a really popular solution among people because it has so many benefits. But if you are still not sold on the idea here are 10 ideas […]

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Chalk Paint Pros & Cons – How Durable is Chalk Paint For Kitchen Cabinets?

Pros and cons of chalk paints.

There’s no doubt about it. The kitchen is the heart of any home, and redesigning it is definitely one exciting job. Now, unlike other rooms, the kitchen is a complex place that equips various things like your sink, stove, cabinets, refrigerator and other electrical appliances for cooking and storing different items to eat. Choosing a […]

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20 Best Online Used (Second-Hand) Furniture Stores in USA (Updated)

best used furniture stores

In this article we are presenting the best stores that you can buy used furniture at reduced prices, so read it till the end and we are sure you will find a great furniture shop for your house needs. When the Internet was born in 1983, this network of networks was designed to give the […]

Filed Under: Home General

21 Different Types of Paints for Homes (Interior, Exterior, Furniture etc)

different types of wall paints

Planning to give your house a little uplift? What better way to do it than to apply a fresh coat of paint? We are not talking about the colors, but the type of paint that can be used on your interior or exterior walls, your furniture or any other surface that needs a refreshing touch. […]

Filed Under: Home Improvement

5 Custom Metal Artwork Ideas for Your Home

home interior

Are you tired of the way your home looks? You would gladly move out and start fresh in a new place, but you know that is not possible? You do not have to change the entire house. Just add a few things that will refresh the style of your home. Yes, we are talking about […]

Filed Under: Home Decor

Need a Guide to Couch Material Types? We’ve Got You Covered!

types of couch materials

When it’s time to shop for a new couch, do too many material choices frustrate you? Consider this a blessing not a curse. You’re unique. Your family is, too. You want your home to look distinct and attractive, and your furnishings should reflect everyone’s style and personality. That’s why it’s wise to assess your lifestyle […]

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What Roofing Underlayment Should I Use? Best Materials Pros&Cons

roofing protection materials

A perfectly installed roof is the only barrier between natural disasters and your home. It is what keeps you and your belongings safe. We all know about the basic stuff such as what roofing material to choose, its color, and how it will compliment the house. You call a professional roofer, and in a couple […]

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25 Home Décor Infographics and Cheat Sheets that Every Home Owner Must See

interior design infographics

Welcome to our collection of 25 awesome and useful infographics and cheat sheets that we have curated from around the web about interior design and home decoration topics. We believe that every home owner must see the following collection and bookmark this page for easy reference. The infographics and cheat sheets below include topics such […]

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40 Fantastic Foyers (Entry Halls) in Luxury Homes (Image Gallery)

foyer with double staircase

Welcome to our gallery featuring 40 unique designs of entryways (foyers) in luxury houses for finding decor inspiration ideas. Foyers are mainly found in large homes and they are usually designed and decorated in an eclectic way because they are the front display of the whole house when someone enters the front door. This first […]

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Foyer Image Gallery – Foyer Design Ideas with Staircases

Spiral-Staircase

A Foyer (or the entryway, originating from the Latin word “focus”) is usually found in large houses and is the first area someone steps in just after entering the house from the front door. In larger houses, a foyer is usually a square or rectangular hallway which leads to the other rooms, the staircase to […]

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23 Beautiful Nice Big Houses and Mansions With Pictures

exquisite estate with great landscaping

In the distant past, large mansions were inhabited by aristocrats and noblemen. Their homes were often fortified and well protected, but many years later the need for reinforcement gave way to the desire for luxury and comfort. Modern mansions are now fancy estates that have lots of amenities and can be owned by not just […]

Filed Under: Home Architecture

30 Awesome Custom Chicken Coop Ideas – Free DIY Plans

More people than ever before are choosing to raise chickens in their yards. For some, raising chickens offers the opportunity to put fresh organic food on their table. For others, raising chickens offers the opportunity to introduce children to the reality of where food comes from. Others do it for the manure which greatly benefits […]

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6 Best Bedroom Paint Colors For Every Style!

painting colors for bedrooms

When it comes to selecting bedroom paint colors, it is truly a personal choice as we all want to decorate our room according to our taste and desires. But there are plenty of options available in the market that make it hard to choose the best paint color options for your bedroom. Because bedroom paint […]

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Can I Use Latex Paint over an Oil-Based Primer? Let’s Find Out

Person Holding a Painting Brush

Many homeowners wonder and ask the question “can you use latex paint over oil based primer ?“. Read this article to find out if it’s a good idea to use the two together! When renovating their current house or moving into a new one, many homeowners struggle in terms of choosing the right kind of […]

Filed Under: Home Improvement

Quartz vs Quartzite vs Granite Kitchen Countertops (Pros and Cons)

granite, quartz and quartzite materials for kitchen countertops

Choosing the best material for countertops of your kitchen is one of the most important decisions you will make. Here we’ll compare three of the best ones namely Quartz Vs Quartzite Vs Granite. HGTV.com, a noted authority on décor, has declared the kitchen one of the most popular places to gather within the home. There’s […]

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20 Nice U-Shaped Kitchen Design Ideas (PHOTO GALLERY)

U-shaped kitchen design

There are some common layout options to consider when it comes to kitchen design. There are pros and cons to all design possibilities, but it is universally acknowledged that U-shaped kitchens are one of the best designs for homes.  They are highly efficient as they ensure a good workflow, and provide a great deal of […]

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Quiz: What Type of House Fits your Personality – Take our Quiz Below

exquisite estate with great landscaping

  Welcome to our quiz to find out the best type of house that fits your personality. There are 10 simple and short questions that you need to answer above after clicking the “START” button. So, what are you waiting for, have some fun and find out if you fit better in an apartment, beach […]

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10 Simple Tips How to Install Vinyl Siding DIY for your Home

DIY vinyl siding

Aside from its well-known aesthetic value, vinyl siding is also one of the best waterproofing solutions for homeowners. The vinyl siding cost, however, can be pretty steep if you address a professional. But it doesn’t have to be if you follow these 10 tips on how to install vinyl siding by yourself! You might not […]

Filed Under: Exterior Design

16 Alternative Sites & Companies Like Zillow for Real Estate and Agency Listings

alternatives to zillow

In February 2006, Rich Barton (former Expedia CEO) and former Expedia and Microsoft executive Lloyd Frick, established their real estate media empire in Seattle. Like all fabulous ideas, the past 14 years have inspired other entrepreneurs to emulate the Zillow model, albeit with their own unique twists. If you’ve got time on your hands and […]

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30 Sunken Living Room Design Ideas (IMAGES) with Pros and Cons

sunken living room design ideas

A two-level living space (or sunken living room) was a huge trend in Mid-century architecture that is still popular nowadays as it brings some undisputable benefits to the table. A change of level can add more value to your design by making it more diverse and exciting. It can be used to define your living […]

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The Pros and Cons of Spray Foam (SPF) Roofing Insulation for your Property

Pros and cons of spray foam roofing

The best interiors, the strongest exterior, expensive furniture and the same plain, white roof? There are certainly many alternatives to roofing types than you can imagine. I know, I know. It can be tough to choose the right one from the different types of flat roofing materials for your house. Quick Summary – Spray Foam […]

Filed Under: Roofing

Pine Wood Flooring Pros & Cons for Yellow, White, Heart Pine Wood Types

Pine wooden flooring

I’ve always loved wood flooring. Personally, there is nothing like walking into a house where the wood flooring is suitably selected to bring out the colors of the home. One of my guilty pleasures is honestly walking around the house barefoot. The finish that a wood flooring gives is unbeatable. However, we’ve come to a […]

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10 Signs Showing You Are Ready To Live Alone

a big family at home

Moving into your own house is exhilarating. The urge to live alone comes at a point in life when you need solitude and privacy. Image Credit And although making the change can be difficult and scary at first, everything always turns out to be better than you initially anticipated. So, are you sure you want […]

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23 Different Types of Ceilings for Homes Explained (PICTURES)

various styles of ceiling in homes

If the only time you consider your ceiling is during a restless night when you can’t sleep, a little respect, please! This area of your home represents the last line of defense from outside elements, often providing a uniform surface that hides pipes, conduits, wiring and all manner of workings that literally keep your home […]

Filed Under: Home Architecture

14 Different Types of Ceiling Lights for your Home

Different types of ceiling lights from fully flushed to semi-flushed, recessed and chandelier.

Getting your house ready before a house warming party is quite exhausting. There are a million things you need to do — shift the furniture into place, get the entire house cleaned, hang the curtains, place the knick-knacks on the shelves, remove every packing box from sight and shift it into the attic or basement, […]

Filed Under: Interior Design

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