Archive for December, 2008
Maintaining Curb Appeal Through Winter
Winter can pose unique challenges for those trying to sell their homes. Cold weather and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can keep would-be buyers at bay. That’s why it’s especially important to maintain strong curb appeal throughout the winter months.
Holiday Home Wish List
With the holidays just around the corner, you better get busy shopping. Here’s a short wish-list of this years must-have gadgets and gizmos for the home. These modern gifts are sure to get your motor running while also enhancing the functionality and livability of your household.
Green Christmas
Twas the day after Christmas
And all on the floor
Were remnants of Christmas presents
Blocking the door.
The bags were all empty
The wrapping paper a mess…
O Christmas Tree
O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, how lovely are thy branches. But not if they go up in flames as so many Christmas Trees do each year. To keep safe this Christmas Season, please read the information below for all will not be merry and bright if these safety tips are not heeded.
Doorbells: To Ring or Not to Ring
Your hands are full; you can’t find the house keys, so you ring the doorbell in hopes that your spouse or child hears you and will come open the door. What you didn’t know is they never heard the doorbell ring; not once.
Organic Fences (aka Hedges)
What is an organic fence? It is simply a hedge with a name upgrade. Hedges have been around many, many years, but to upgrade to an organic fence, gives a feeling up limitless boundaries. There are several types of organic fences that one may decide to plant, but first you must decide the purpose, the area to be planted, the desired maintenance, and rate of growth. Once you have figured that out, you can start buying plants.
11 Quick and Easy Home Repairs under $25 (Project 5)
Whether you’re a fledgling do-it-yourselfer or a veteran, here’s a collection of home repairs and fix-ups you can do in a few hours or less for under $25 each as posted by The Family Handyman online at Reader’s Digest.
11 Quick and Easy Home Repairs under $25 (Project 4)
Whether you’re a fledgling do-it-yourselfer or a veteran, here’s a collection of home repairs and fix-ups you can do in a few hours or less for under $25 each.
11 Quick and Easy Home Repairs for under $25 (Project 3)
Whether you’re a fledgling do-it-yourselfer or a veteran, here’s a collection of home repairs and fix-ups you can do in a few hours or less for under $25 each as posted by The Family Handyman online at Reader’s Digest.
