Whether for resale value or just the daily enjoyment of your home, sustainable landscaping designs are great investments. Sure, you can create your own garden and landscaping plan. But starting with a professional’s design ensures that all of the latest developments are incorporated. After that initial stage, handling maintenance yourself will be simpler and more enjoyable. [...]
Every home improvement project has the potential to be a risky proposition for homeowners. Just contemplating a project gets you thinking about: • How do I know how to choose the right contractor? • Will I be happy with the finished product? • Will the change actually cut my energy costs? The questions can seem [...]
For relaxation and a soothing staycation getaway, homeowners consistently choose installation of a new hot tub. But are they prepared for the maintenance, repairs and possible unreliability of that tub? Here’s how to get in the know before you get into a tub. All new hot tubs are not created equally. Yvonne Stollings of Advanced Spa [...]
The beauty of a backyard water feature is universal. You know you want that calming, peaceful atmosphere. But the real question is – are you cut out for pond maintenance? Let’s find out. Did you know that backyard ponds and fountains require a lot of work? It takes diligent monitoring, frequent chemical additions and a [...]
Kids are dirt magnets. Whatever is messy, sticky, icky or muddy is sure to attach to your children’s clothes and skin. But are the chemicals and junk you’re washing them with even more harmful than the dirt? You can keep chemicals away from the tender skin of your precious ones by scrubbing them clean with natural [...]
Paints and stains are harsh, often harmful chemicals. Granted there are a handful of “green” paint products coming out on the market. But what happens when you need to rejuvenate and protect wood that has braved the elements for years? It’s hard to find an environmentally friendly product for that job, can you? Relax – there [...]