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Choosing The Right Window Treatment For Your Historic Home

23 August 2016
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

If you're in the process of restoring an old house to its former glory, the finishing touches and decorative details make all the difference when it comes to reflecting the true era of your home. One of the main ways you can make a nod to your home's history is by choosing window treatments that are authentic to its age. Here are some basic style guidelines that can help you know which window treatment will be most appropriate for your old house. Read More …

3 Ways to Enhance the Visual Life of Your New Office Furniture

4 August 2016
 Categories: Home & Garden, Articles

It makes sense to choose function over design when it comes to investing in new office furniture for your business. Ergonomic options and supportive designs will help minimize body aches and the development of problems such as carpal tunnel among your employees. But just because you're going for function doesn't mean you have to give up on style. The following tips and tricks will help you enhance the visual aesthetics of your new office furniture: Read More …

5 Reasons To Consider A Metal Roof

4 August 2016
 Categories: Home & Garden, Articles

Whether you're building a brand-new home or replacing an old roof on your existing house, choosing your roofing material is a very important (and difficult) decision. A new roof is also a large financial commitment, so it pays to make the right choice. Many homeowners overlook metal roofing without learning much about it, which is unfortunate because metal roofing is actually a very versatile building material with many benefits. Here are six major reasons to consider metal roofing: Read More …

Types Of Outdoor Sprinkler Systems

27 June 2016
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Sprinkler systems provide a periodical stream of water to your garden and yard to ensure that they stay properly hydrated throughout the summer months with little effort on your part. However, there are several different types of sprinkler systems available, each of which operates in a different distinct matter to provide the same function. Understanding the differences associated with each type of sprinkler system, and the unique advantages and drawbacks that come with each, can help you choose the one that best fits your garden's watering needs. Read More …

Knowing What To Do When Boxelder Bugs Invade Your Home

24 May 2016
 Categories: Home & Garden, Articles

Even if your house is immaculate and cleaned often, it can still be vulnerable to annoying pests. A variety of circumstances can lead to a pest infestation, including changes in the weather. Boxelder bugs, tiny insects that generally feed on boxelder trees, will look for shelter indoors during the fall and invade your home if there is a thriving population among the trees in your yard. If you have spotted boxelder pests in your house, the following guide can serve as your primer on how to rid your home of the bugs. Read More …

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Making Your Garden A Beautiful Place

I have never been one of those people who loves to spend time outside, but when I purchased a home, I wanted a gorgeous garden. I didn't want to risk the value of my property dwindling because of issues with a few simple details, so I focused on feeding my plants, improving their watering schedule, and avoiding some of the pests that were damaging my friends' and neighbors' lawns. If you have ever wondered how to create gardens that grow without a lot of care or long, lush, lawns, this blog is for you. Read more about home and garden topics here.