Home & Garden
Breathe New Life into Your Home (and Wallet) with Easy DIY Upcycling Projects
Looking to add a touch of personality to your home without breaking the bank? Upcycling is your answer! It’s a fantastic way to be eco-friendly by giving pre-loved furniture and household items a fresh start, while creating unique pieces that reflect your style. Plus, you get the satisfaction of a DIY project and a one-of-a-kind…
Read MoreEnhance Your Home’s Energy: A Guide to Feng Shui Color Meanings
Dive into the fascinating world of Feng Shui color symbolism! Learn how colors like white, black, blue, and more can influence the energy of your home. Discover practical tips to harness these hues for balance and harmony in your living space.
Read MoreThe 5 Secrets to a Cozy Living Room this Winter
With the cold weather lingering and daylight becoming a rare commodity, it’s no surprise that snuggling up on the couch with a good book or your favorite TV show has become a common activity. Fortunately, we are here to help you achieve the ultimate cozy living room. We have some simple yet effective tips to…
Read MoreHome Cleaning Tips for Every Hosting Vibe
Add some happy to your holidays by working with the home cleaning style that fits your hosting style. Your cleaning habits can be influenced by your hosting style, and this can present unique challenges when preparing for holiday entertaining. Regardless of whether you’re a perfectionist, relaxed, or balanced cleaner, there are tips available that align…
Read MoreHomeowners: 17 Tips For Preparing Your Home For The Holiday Season
The holidays are coming faster and faster. It is the most cozy time of the year, and being a homeowner. You get to convert your dwelling into a holiday haven that your family can’t wait to come and enjoy. Along with that anticipation and joy, we all know there is also a lot of stress…
Read MoreSelling Your Home: 10 Ways To Make Your Bathroom Appear Larger Than It Really Is
When you are trying to sell your home, you want each room to make the best impression possible. Bathrooms in many of the older homes in and around Grand Rapids can be pretty tight. Between the actual square footage of most bathrooms and the general size of the many features needed in a bathroom, it…
Read More5 Reasons To Pressure Wash Your Concrete Patio & Driveway
Having your driveway and patio pressure washed is one of the most important things you can do to maintain the value of your home. Power washing will: 1. Extend the life of your patio or driveway It’s no secret that the costs associated with concrete repairs are expensive. Concrete is susceptible to damage caused…
Read MoreIdeas & Resources for Drought Resistant, Sustainable Landscaping
Drought is a concern for many people in many parts of the country and frankly, the world. While Michigan is still one of the greener parts of the country, it too, is in the worst drought in recorded history. Whether you are trying to be better stewards of precious water resources, save some hard-earned…
Read MoreBest And Most Lucrative Home Improvements
Best And Most Lucrative Home Improvements When you remodel, it can be tough to decide between what is trending and what will stand the test of time, and what will increase your home’s value and what is more of a want than a need. One thing for sure, making improvements to your home is…
Read MoreBuying or Selling Your Home Could Trigger Anxiety: Here’s How to Cope
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month. What better time to discuss how to cope with anxiety! For sure, buying or selling your home could be a trigger for most. Even the most mentally healthy individuals will likely experience some anxiety with such an important transaction. According to mental health researchers, more than ever before, more adults…
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