Home Design
The average ceiling in US households has a popcorn-like texture. And while many apartments have smooth ceilings, textured alternatives are still much more common. But what does this texturing add and does a ceiling benefit from it? Not every ceiling needs to be textured. Flat, smooth ceilings can be just as durable and attractive as textured ones. The main reason many apartments have textured ceilings is cost. Popcorn ceilings are…
Ceiling tiles provide a cost-effective way for households and businesses to cover unsightly elements such as pipes and ducts. However, have you ever considered how effective ceiling tiles are for your health? Could they actually make you sick? Ceiling tiles can make you sick depending on the material, condition, and moisture. If your ceiling tiles are in poor condition, it is important to identify the materials they are made of…
If you’re looking for a wall or flooring option that allows you to transform your home affordably, look no further than peel and stick tiles or self-adhesive vinyl tiles. These are durable, long-lasting, and easy-to-maintain tiles that can be installed anywhere in the house, including the kitchen and bathroom. We know they can withstand some splashes, but are they truly waterproof? Peel and stick tiles are waterproof because they are…
The biggest challenge in home repairs and renovations often lies in figuring out all the little details. When you’ve added or replaced a door, how do you know what baseboard to use to create a seamless and good-looking end product? There are many variations of decorative moldings such as door casings and baseboards. Typically, the door casing or trim is about 1 inch thicker than the baseboard. The reason for…
The arrangement of your furniture not only makes seating easier, but it also plays a role in the flow of conversation, affects the mood, and impacts the perceived size of the room. To coordinate living room furniture, choose a focal point for your living room, whether it’s a television, fireplace, or coffee table. Keep furniture away from the walls to make your space appear larger. Create a clear path to…
Finding the perfect plants for your apartment can be a challenge, especially if your home doesn’t get much light. However, there are still many plants that will thrive in your low-light home. The best low-light plants for an apartment are tropical plants that grow under the canopy of the rainforest, such as the peace lily, dieffenbachia, and monstera. Other good plants include the ZZ plant, snake plant, and several varieties…
If you’re looking for the perfect kitchen look, cleanliness and organization should be top priority. While it’s easy to keep the contents clean, ensuring that the surfaces in your kitchen are smooth and shiny is a whole different ball game. Luckily, there are some things you can do to maintain the brand new look of your kitchen countertops. Here are nine tips and tricks for keeping your countertops shiny: Dust…
Many houses and apartments, especially basement rooms or suites, have sills under the windows. While these ledges can sometimes be helpful in containing decorative clutter, they can make hanging your curtains a cumbersome task. Luckily, you can quickly simplify the process of hanging curtains by following a few simple steps. Here are several ways you can hang curtains over a sill: Hang your curtains on the rod. Hang your curtains…
Standing under a walk-in shower is great, but sometimes all you need after a long day is a relaxing, warm bath in a comfortable tub. If you’re considering converting one of your walk-in showers into a bathtub, you’re not alone. Converting a walk-in shower to a bathtub is a remodeling project that requires proper planning and execution. The process starts with assessing your current bathroom space and goes on to…
Painted crown molding can elevate your space and give it a unique touch, but it’s not always an easy task. The goal is to make it look like it’s part of the architecture of the house, not just painted wooden pieces nailed to the walls. If you’re painting crown molding for the first time, it can be a bit challenging. Here are some suggestions from professionals to help you get…
Marble pavers are the most beautiful terrazzo, but they are also expensive. The cost of sealing further drives up the price. So if you have a limited budget, you may wonder if it is necessary to seal pavers. Marble pavers should ideally be sealed. Although sealing does not necessarily improve the structural integrity or performance of the pavement, it helps to maintain its appearance and prolong its lifespan. Sealing protects…
One of the easiest solutions for your home is sealing cracks and gaps with caulk. However, when applying caulk to your windows, you need to make sure that the old layer is removed so that you don’t trap moisture and dirt under the new caulk. To remove the old caulk from windows, you need to soften it with heat or alcohol, and then cut it off from the surface it…
Water seeping through a concrete floor can be a serious problem. It can not only cause damage to items stored on the floor, but the resulting moisture can lead to mold and other issues. What is the best way to stop seepage? To prevent water from seeping through a concrete floor, you need to determine where it is coming from. Water can seep through excessive hydrostatic pressure or structural issues…
Crown molding can be a quick and easy way to update any room in your home. Simple yet elegant moldings make an immediate impression when someone enters a room. It also enhances the value of a home. If you are a DIY enthusiast, you might be tempted to install crown moldings yourself. However, if you are working with crown molding for the first time, it is advisable to seek guidance…
If you have hardwood floors, you want to do everything you can to keep them safe and in the best condition. So if you’re considering adding a carpet to decorate an area of your home, you need to consider which fabrics are best suited for hardwood floors. Any hand-knotted carpet made of high-quality materials is safe for hardwood floors. The carpet should not scratch the floor if it is well…
So you’ve settled down on a hot summer day with a good book, a cold glass of lemonade, and a cool breeze blowing through the room from your trusty ceiling fan – but wait. Should it be rocking back and forth like that? If your ceiling fan is rocking back and forth, it could be due to imbalanced blades, misalignment, or warped and bent blades. Use weight clips to balance…