The fireplace mantel offers the perfect area to display pictures, candles, artwork and other decorative accessories. It’s a natural focal point that will draw the attention of anyone who enters the room. Homeowners can use this to their advantage by...

Some people have a keen eye for interior design, but others aren’t so lucky. If you’ve ever walked into someone’s home that’s hideously decorated, you probably know what I’m talking about. To them, their home may look wonderful, but to the rest of the...

There are certain carpeted areas inside a home that act as natural dirt magnets. Regardless of how hard you try to prevent it, dirt, mud and debris will accumulate here. So, how can homeowners avoid damage to their carpet caused by dirt and mud?
Identify “High-Traffic” Areas...

In today’s tough economic times, it’s hard to justify spending thousands of dollars on brand new furniture. The high cost of new furniture forces many people to use their old, dated furniture for 5, 10 or even 20+ years.
While there’s nothing wrong with stretching a little more use out of your furniture, you can still buy new pieces if you know where (and how) to look for it....