As a certified home stager, people often ask me how they can best prepare their home to sell in today’s slow real estate market. My answer is simple. Go back to the basic principles of good design to create multiple, memorable, ‘first impressions’! Today’s prospective homebuyer is smarter than ever. Statistics show that 85% of …
How to install cornices and valances easily, for the first time
How to place the Cornice (the molding on top of tall cabinets and tall boxes). It is best to cut and fit the longest piece first in case a mistake is made, as you can then try again with a new piece and cut the wrong size piece into smaller pieces. To cut the Cornice …
A detailed guide to shutters
To take a closer look at your home’s windows, take a 360-degree view of your home from the inside out and see how your windows look. Does it look too simple? Take a deep look at the window frame, the glass, and the way they sit there. Now your real work begins! Scan everything in …
What is hard water and why should you care?
You can be excused for assuming that the water that comes out of your tap in its natural state is the same whether it is soft or hard. However, it is not so. Water can be classified into two: hard and soft. What is the best for you? In this article, you will read about …
Install durable porcelain tile that looks exactly like delicate natural stone
While people would say that an imitation is a cheaper compromise, porcelain tile that looks like stone brings many advantages to the house. The robustness and ease of care of porcelain and affordable prices are not everything. Porcelain will not scratch or stain. It is light and easy to install, as well as avoiding humidity. …
sailing tobago
The Lat Long coordinates for Scarborough, Tobago’s main port, are 11 degrees 12 minutes north and 60 degrees 44 minutes west. There are two main ports of entry to Tobago, Scarborough on the south side of the island and Charlotteville on the northeast of the island. Tobago is a very pretty island twenty-seven miles long …
Decorate with Country French paint colors
Country French paint colors combine stylish touches with comfortable living. This decorative aesthetic is the perfect bridge between the old world and the new. Focuses on vibrant colors that have a worn-in look. This will work in any room in your house. Choosing the right shades allows you to do a typical kitchen remodel for …
The cast iron skillet
The cast iron skillet evolved in the late 1800s, along with the flat top stove. With the flat top stove becoming a common fixture in homes, using the skillet became a favorite option. Many members of the baby boomer generation can remember the smell of fried chicken in the Gram Maw house on a Sunday …
Kitchen Renovations Increase Value and Make Your Home Sell
We’ve all heard the news about the dire state of the US housing market, but just because the economy is down doesn’t mean selling your home is impossible. Whether you’ve been trying to sell your home for months or thinking about putting your home on the market, a kitchen remodel is a surefire way to …
Home security for seniors and people who need assistance at home
Introduction The CDC (Centers for Disease Prevention and Control) indicate in recent publications that “Each year, millions of seniors, 65 years of age or older, fall.” These falls can often be severe, and there is strong evidence that for the elderly, those in recovery, or those with disabilities, each successive fall increases the likelihood of …