July 8, 2008
Beautifully hung pictures are the icing on the cake when it comes to home decorating, but getting it right can be a terrible ordeal. I couldn’t begin to count the number of nail...
July 4, 2008
Whether you're building a home from scratch or remodeling your existing home, the right thing to do is to find a professional architect.
July 3, 2008
Wasps are not insects you mess with even if you do not have an allergy. If you have a nest close to your home and family, you should get rid of the wasps and their nest as soon...
July 3, 2008
Spring is the season for renewal and growth. For a quick spruce-up for your home patio or deck, consider making a hanging flower basket. One trip to the garden section, fifteen...
July 2, 2008
There are all sorts of ways to organize a bookcase; here are some tips and suggestions for making your books accessible, easy to find and aesthetic on the shelf.
July 1, 2008
PVC is a versatile material for making decorative and useful items around the house. You can be as creative as you want, but if you're just starting out, try the following process...
July 1, 2008
Read and research the topic of water gardening before attempting to build your own backyard garden pond. This will ensure that you will cut down on costly mistakes that can increase...
July 1, 2008
Stains like blood, wine, ink and grease are hard to remove. White vinegar is very cheap and makes an excellent stain remover in the laundry.
July 1, 2008
Make the most of every dozen of eggs you buy. Use the egg yolk, white, shell, and carton.
June 30, 2008
Changing a duvet cover can take a long time to do and you can get in a real tangle if you don't know how to do it the easy way. Follow this foolproof method and never get hot and...
June 26, 2008
One of the greatest joys of owning your own home is the yard that comes with it. It’s your land to enjoy however you see fit--growing a garden, putting in a pool, mowing crop...
June 25, 2008
Whether you’re moving overseas permanently or for a temporary period of time, one of the biggest headaches is organizing your belongings. Naturally, you would like the furniture...
June 24, 2008
The Daylily is a perennial plant that will thrive year after year with little or no care. Although this plant is in the genus of the Hemerocallis family, it is not a lily. The...
June 23, 2008
You will need to have some tools handy to complete this installation: a crescent wrench or open end wrench, a large flat blade screw driver, and a pair of pliers. You will need...
June 23, 2008
The toxin that causes your skin’s reaction to contact with poison ivy can be rinsed off with rubbing alcohol. You must rinse it off before the skin reacts.
June 17, 2008
Bats in the yard are great natural pest-control; bats in the house become pests themselves. Here's a how-to on keeping bats out of the house.
June 16, 2008
Even if you're just moving down the street, the prospect of packing up your entire household can be daunting. It's so stressful that many people put it off until the last possible...
June 12, 2008
With increasingly high transportation costs, more people are choosing to move themselves when they need to relocate. Moving a home or office requires a lot of planning and one...
June 12, 2008
Your circuit breaker has "tripped" and you have tried to turn the breaker back on... and it will not stay in the 'on' position, but immediately trips again. What to do...
June 11, 2008
Here's how to stop cats from digging in your flower beds and leaving "presents" for you to find.
June 11, 2008
Trees don't always grow where we want them to. Here's a guide to help you successfully transplant a young tree.
June 10, 2008
A bat in the house is a common problem with some less common parameters; here's how to get the bat out of your home, safely and humanely.
June 9, 2008
Tips for planning a professional garden makeover. Read this before you start sketching your garden design.
June 9, 2008
Sketch a garden design in five easy steps. Get some crayons ready as we put ideas to paper for your new garden makeover.
June 8, 2008
Whether you are moving to a new city or just across town, moving and packing becomes a chore. The main requirements that come up are finding good moving boxes, truck rentals...
May 20, 2008
Replanting shrubbery not only utilizes your existing plants, but it saves you from having to spend money on any new plants as well. So here are a few tips to help you successfully...
May 19, 2008
Hummingbird nectar provides you with an easy way to attract those small yet speedy birds to your house. Once you've seen their bright colors, fluttering wings, and curious look,...
May 19, 2008
An easy-to-make, non-toxic and very effective all-purpose cleanser. This stuff is so good, my mom's housecleaner asked for the recipe!
May 16, 2008
Few people realize how easy it is to make your own air fresheners and how much safer these alternatives are compared to the store-bought versions that are full of chemicals. There...
May 14, 2008
Resetting a circuit breaker is straightforward, once you locate your electrical service entrance panel in your home. This how-to details how to determine which breaker is tripped...
May 8, 2008
Prior to the 1990s, most homes were 2 x 4 structures, and were generally insulated with R7 bat insulation in the walls. More modern homes are built with 2 x 6 exterior walls,...
May 8, 2008
How to replace a 3-way switch in your home. Details how to determine which switch is bad and how to install a replacement.
April 24, 2008
Moving can be very tedious, especially if you own a lot of stuff. Packing up all of your things, renting a truck, loading the truck, driving to the new place, and unloading everything...
April 24, 2008
There are many reasons to use a self storage facility. You might be between homes and staying at a hotel or with friends in the meantime. You might need to move into a smaller...
April 24, 2008
Ceramic tiles are durable by nature, but homeowners will find that there are some common problems with this material. Tiles can frequently break and grout will eventually need...
April 22, 2008
Warning signs that your roof may need to be repaired or replaced. Things to check for and what you can do to fix them.
April 21, 2008
Rats are everywhere, and many people are hesitant about making compost at home because they believe it will attract rats to their garden. But following a few simple rules will...
April 17, 2008
What do you do with your old tennis shoes? If you're like most of us, you probably give them away or throw them away, depending on their condition. However, for those...
April 17, 2008
If you're trying to be environmentally conscious, you're probably already recycling paper, glass, and plastic, bringing your own reusable bags when you go grocery...
April 16, 2008
Packing school lunches day after day can be a tedious and seemingly endless chore. But with over 53 million children eating lunch in schools across the country everyday, the real...
April 16, 2008
If I had to buy groceries for just myself, then going 100% organic all the time would be easy to do. A family of four is a different story. The prices of organic products are...
April 15, 2008
Spring is the traditional time for a thorough spring clean. There are many powerful cleaning products available with promises of a clean home through minimum effort. Unfortunately,...
April 15, 2008
Go into any store and you will be faced with a bewildering array of household cleaning products. You will find ones to clean the sink, floor, toilet, oven, glass, carpets - the...
April 15, 2008
This article explores how to clean a basement out, the environmentally-friendly way.
April 14, 2008
Many conventional cleaning products are scented with lemon. This gives a fresh, zingy smell that we associate with cleanliness.
Why not skip the toxic chemicals found in the...
April 14, 2008
Using earth-friendly products and trying them out has been my specialty for quite some time, but before this month, I did not have too many concerns about asthma. When my 15 month...
April 14, 2008
Making space for wildlife in your garden really brings it to life. And making the garden more wildlife friendly is a great project for kids, who will be able to watch the garden...
April 10, 2008
Mobile storage units have many features that make them advantageous compared to traditional self storage units.
March 24, 2008
Powerwashing your home my seem odd but you really need to do it if you plan to paint your home or if you need to remove dirt and any other unwanted debris.
March 14, 2008
Global warming is scary and can seem extremely overwhelming! However, each of us has a part, however small, in stopping climate change. By reducing your carbon footprint, or...
