You probably spend a good deal of time and money on oil changes, car washes and regular tune-ups for the vehicles you park inside your garage.But how often do you stop to consider the garage itself? As one of the main entry points to your house — and the place where...
Each spring, homeowners and renters alike tackle the daunting task of “spring cleaning” their homes. Cabinets and drawers need to be emptied and sorted, closets need to be organized, and carpets and bed spreads should be deep-cleaned. Halfway through the process,...
Earlier, I said the “Room of Misfit Furniture” — a 10 X 12 room that’s essentially acting like a warehouse for my unused furniture — didn’t have an identity or serve much of a purpose. My dog would beg to differ. Begging is his...
Confession time: I have a “room of misfit furniture” in my bachelorette pad.It’s a third bedroom upstairs, with no purpose and no identity — except for acting as a storage space for a hodgepodge of furniture. I also have a terrible habit in which I throw my...
Working out at home comes with all kinds of benefits. You don’t have to wait in line to use equipment. You’ll have that good workout angel on your shoulder, err, pectoral muscle, encouraging you to exercise because you don’t even need to leave the house. And, you...
When you stop and think about it, your floor is the site of dozens of important moments: Family tickle sessions. Baby’s first steps. Muddy boot prints on a snow day. Snuggles with the dog after a tough day at school.After settling into your starter home, it...
