I rent my apartment. The space didn't exactly come equipped with charming touches and finishing details, so I've learned a lot about transforming my home using inexpensive, temporary techniques. From hiding an ugly air conditioning unit to “upgrading” my refrigerator, I can improve almost any appliance or area in my home with a few simple supplies and a bit of time. My apartment looks way more upscale than it actually is, and I'll be able to undo and pack up every bit of décor improvement when I need to move out. If you're renting your home and you'd like to upgrade your apartment with affordable décor, use of these ideas. You'll have a prettier apartment in no time!
Posted on: 28 July 2020
If you want to update a space in your home, check out some easy to find furniture items that are making a stylish return to homes widely. Many of these retro furnishings are seen in contemporary retail venues, updated but definitely retro; others may be found in thrift stores, at garage sales, or even in your own home already. Keep an eye out for these five furniture finds that are making a comeback: [Read More]
Posted on: 7 December 2016
Large picture windows can provide an excellent view while also making a strong statement in a room. While gorgeous, sometimes you will want to close off the window for privacy. This is where the right window covering comes into play. The following are a few options that work well for picture windows. Shutters Shutters work well in rooms with a traditional design style. You can get them in natural wood or painted in the color of your choice. [Read More]
Posted on: 11 November 2016
If you would like to have a stone sidewalk for your home, there are a couple different ways that you can go about having it installed. One excellent way to have it installed is to use precast stone. Precast stone is made before it arrives at your property, so it will already look like pieces of sidewalk when it is brought to your home. Using this type of precast stone for your sidewalk can have so many different benefits for you, and this article will discuss 2 of them in more detail. [Read More]
Posted on: 19 October 2016
If you need to replace a damaged sewer line on your property but don't want the project to take up too much time or cause substantial damage to your landscape, try pipe bursting. Pipe bursting is a unique technique used to lay down new pipelines without digging into the landscape. The technique not only saves time and additional expenses, but it also helps protect your landscape from damage. Here are a few things to know about pipe bursting and how you can prepare for the installation of your line. [Read More]