As the weather gets warmer, you've probably rediscovered an extra room in your house: your backyard. With all of the entertaining spring and summer bring—from weddings and baby showers to graduations and birthdays—your outdoor space may need extra upkeep to ensure your lawn looks its best before, during, and after your celebrations.
Front porches were a common feature in American homes up until the early 1900s. In a world before air conditioning, they offered a retreat from both rainy and hot weather by providing protection, shade, and, often, a welcomed cool breeze.
As temperatures begin to warm up in most parts of the country, especially in areas where the weather may have had you cooped up for several months, yards, decks, and patios can feel like you've found extra rooms in your home.
With their open layouts, attached garages, and, generally, single-floor design, ranch-style homes began popping up in the 1930s and quickly grew in popularity until the 1980s, as the move toward McMansions took hold.
Your home is a reflection of you and your personality so have fun and show off your creativity.
While March 23 is National Puppy Day, any day you find yourself looking into a pair of adoring brown eyes and see a wagging tail has the potential for being a day to celebrate puppies. It's just as likely to also be the day you open your home to a new family member. Though your heart may be ready for a new pet, is your house?
Pi Day is March 14 and is often celebrated by making and enjoying a pie. The perfect pie takes the perfect recipe—and a good oven. But what are the ingredients for a good oven?
Let's face it…we all have dirty laundry, literally. Whether it's something you do weekly—or, for some families, daily—having a dedicated and organized laundry room in your home makes it easier to get the job done.
After the ink dries on your closing agreement and you test the keys in the lock, it's time to face the prospect of turning that now-empty house into your next home. So, how do you satisfy your champagne decorating tastes on what’s likely to be the diet cola budget you have left?
Did you fall in love with your home at first sight? For many homebuyers, the first step through the door seals the deal. They just feel right…at home. However, with time, love for your home is a lot like the love you feel for your family and friends. There are some things you need to get used to, and it takes some maintenance to keep the feeling going strong.