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8 Ways to Keep Children and Pets Safe in Your Home
With our spring cleaning tasks just about completed, it is now time to prepare for carefree summer months of enjoying more time outdoors with neighbors, family members, and friends. With summer BBQs and impromptu picnics, there is likely to be more traffic in your home than usual in the coming months. Of course, you want to make sure that all guests, from those with the tiniest feet to those with
Must-Do Spring Cleaning Tasks
With Earth Day’s arrival and the influx of warmer weather on the horizon, there is no denying it – spring is here! The season brings the annual task of sprucing up your home. That’s right, it’s time to put on your gloves, grab your bucket and get your spring cleaning underway. Not sure where to start when it comes to this must-do task? Here are a few tips that will have
Five Tips to Spruce Up Your Yard for National Lawn and Garden Month
Days are longer, the air is (at least a little) warmer and we’ve likely even seen a few hints at new blossoms—spring is officially here! Some might of even have ushered in this month by pulling a few of our favorite annual pranks. With April’s arrival, we can celebrate another warm-weather tradition—National Lawn and Garden Month! What better way to commemorate this occasio
Eight Ways to Keep Your Home Safe During Cold and Germ Season
You might have noticed that subtly longer days and milder temperatures have been creeping back onto the scene lately. It’s true—spring is on the horizon. But, we’re not in the clear just yet. In fact, in addition to those days of sunshine and fresh air we’ve been treated to recently, many of us also have been battling end-of-season cold and flu germs. Once germs infest y
10 Home Projects to Complete in Winter
During winter, it is easy for cabin fever to set in. Cold temperatures tend to keep us all indoors, which can leave us craving spring’s sweet sunshine and fresh air. Instead of settling for a dreary indoor experience for the rest of the winter, keep yourself busy by tackling a few tasks in your home. You’ll create a comfortable space to spend your time until spring arrives. From somew
Creative Ways to Bring “Living Coral” to Life in Your Home Decor
There is always a lot of excitement around the time of year when Pantone announces their hottest new color. This year proves to be the year of “Living Coral” or slightly salmon or a pretty shade of pinkish orange that is taking over designs on items from clothing to couches – and everything in between. Looking to amp up your home’s style this year? Infuse a little living
10 Plants for Your Home This National Houseplant Appreciation Day
Cold weather tends to keep some of us indoors during the long winter months. But there is some hope in battling the cabin fever that can make us feel a little blue. Houseplants are a great way to bring some fresh air and greenery into your home during winter. Since today is National Houseplant Appreciation Day, what better way to start combatting cabin fever than by adding a few houseplants to
Kick Off 2019 With 10 Hot Home Trends
Now that the new year has arrived, many of us are busily plugging away at our resolutions. You know, eating healthier, spending less and making a few much-needed style upgrades around our homes! If home renovations were not on your list of to-dos for 2019, we have a feeling they soon will be! This year offers some home trends you simply must try. Here are 10 of our favorites for 2019: &nb
Helpful Hacks for Holiday Storage
It’s hard to beat the festive feeling of a fully decorated house during the holidays. But once the season ends, what are homeowners to do with all the decor that has been filling their homes during this super-cold season? With seasonal sales, it is likely that you might even amass more festive decorations before the holidays are over. If you’re beginning to wonder how you might stor
10 Home Projects to Tackle This Winter
Instead of caving into the cold-weather blues, use your time inside this winter to tackle some projects around the house. Take a good look around and you’re sure to find some room for renovations. If you’re having a hard time choosing what projects to do, let us help. Here are 10 home projects that you can do in snow, sleet, ice or any other weather winter might bring: 1. Install
