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Houzz: Islands at the Center of Most Kitchen Renovations
Large islands remain the focal point of renovated kitchens in the U.S., according to the 2020 Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. Three in five renovated kitchens...
New Trends and Colors for Home Paint
Do you want to freshen up a wall, room, or your whole home? Consider the newest popular paint colors and trends to turn any dull or outdated space into a...
For Cleaner Air: Carpet or Wood Flooring?
Both the Hardwood flooring and the Carpet industry have their own views on which flooring is the healthiest choice for your home. Below we’ll try to cut...
Garage Makeover Projects
Every garage owner knows the luxury of their extra storage space— at least until it becomes full. They soon learn how quickly that luxury can become a burden....
Tips on How to Fix a Squeaky Floor
As most homeowners know, squeaky floors come with the territory. Usually the older the house, the more squeaks you have to contend with. While they may come in...
How to Refinish a Bathtub
Whether your bathtub shows just a little wear, some significant scratches, or bad staining, refinishing can renew the tub and give it new life for a fraction...
Remodeling Ideas for Winter
Now that all of the excitement of the holidays has passed, are you starting to feel the winter doldrums creeping in? There’s nothing like that feeling of...
Showers Reign Supreme in Bathroom Renovations
Renovators in the U.S. are making space for larger showers in their primary bathrooms, according to the 2019 Houzz Bathroom Trends Study. Four in five...
How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing
As unusually cold weather plagues large parts of the country, homeowners from South Carolina to Michigan (and even Texas) are worried about frozen, busted...
Know Where Your Lumber Comes From
If you want to know more about the lumber that you purchase, your search doesn’t have to stop with the lumber store. Did you ever wonder what that stamp on the...
Your Guide to Building Permits
One aspect of home improvement that many DIYers don’t think about is the building permit. Not getting one, however, can make the job cost way more than...
Different Types of Window Materials and Their Advantages
Are you looking for replacement windows for your home or business? With so many types to choose from today, it can be a daunting task to choose the right...
Nine Kitchen Design Trends Homeowners Crave in 2019
This article originally appeared on the BUILDER website. Whether for cooking or entertaining, kitchens serve an important role in today’s households. To see...
Survey: 70% of Americans Support Nationwide Solar Panel Mandate
A majority of American adults are eager to harness the sun's energy in their homes, according to a new survey conducted by CITE Research on behalf of full...
Tips for Installing Vinyl Siding
Installing their own vinyl siding can seem intimidating for many homeowners. The reality is that it’s fairly straightforward to install and work with. Most of...
Heat Exhaustion in Construction
Summer is here and with it comes the heat. For those working in construction it means stress, exhaustion, and dehydration are all top concerns in the...
4 Tips for Complex Roofing Projects
The challenges that accompany every remodeling project are multiplied when it comes to homeowner association remodels. And when working on projects of immense...
Designing Outdoor Kitchens
Today’s outdoor kitchen designs—whether part of a new home or a remodel—are more likely than ever to complement a home’s architectural aesthetic and...
Keeping Business in the Black: Take Control of Cash Flow
If your business has unhealthy cash flow, you constantly need to delay payments—antagonizing your subs and suppliers—and you typically end up paying interest...
Best Practices for Coronavirus Safety and Prevention on the Jobsite
As the number of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. increases, a majority of states are mandating the closure of non-essential businesses. The construction industry is...
PulteGroup Shares Its Take on Design Trends for 2019
The interior design team at PulteGroup, Inc. is out with its annual look at the top trends to look for this year. “Much like a change to spring weather, warm...
Vinyl, Ceramic, and Hardwood, Oh My! Today's Popular Flooring Trends
The flooring market is being transformed as consumer preferences migrate toward better-quality, higher-priced goods. Driven in large part by recent...
Four Ways to Use Concrete in Kitchens
Of all the rooms in a home, the kitchen is where home buyers place the highest priority in terms of functionality, streamlined design, and where they are most...
Staying Safe On A Ladder
Many of the home and garden ideas that you find on these blogs or other places on the internet require use of a ladder. While these serve as a very important...