Home & GardenRemodeling, Maintenance & Decor

Top 10 Home Remodeling Projects: Cost vs. Value

Now's the time to tackle that long overdue remodeling project. Why? Take a look around. The housing inventory is bloated and might take a while to recover. So make the most of it by making your family happy with a much needed renovation while at the same time making it a wise investment with this very informative Cost vs. Value report.

Making Sense of WaterSense Labeled Toilets (HET’s)

Lots of information on WaterSense labeled high-efficient toilets (HET's). Performance is much improved over the early HET's. There are also many more brands, styles and models of HET's to choose from than ever before. Get out the checkbook! It's time to save some water...and eventually recoup the expense and labor of the new toilet over the old one.

How To Improve The Look Of A Concrete Retaining Wall

Here's what I did with this bare concrete retaining wall. It's the "former" eyesore in the neighborhood.There are many cool retaining wall options, and I like this one the best.

Thinking About Arranging A Mortgage Short Sale?

Arranging a mortgage short sale is one way of avoiding foreclosure on your home. You sell the house for less than the amount owed, the bank avoids having another foreclosure on the books and the new owner gets a good deal.

What Do You Do With Your Old License Plate?

You've got to see this garage that's covered in old license plates from all over the country. It's definitely not something that you see everyday.

Living On The Lower End of a Townhouse Row Has a Downside – Water Leaks From Above

I learned that living in a townhouse on the lower end of the row has a definite downside to it. Water will flow downhill should your neighbor's have a water leak in their dwelling. Don't let this happen to you. Buy or lease on the upper end whenever possible.

Great Room Wood Coffered Ceiling

View this grandiose coffered ceiling inside of an even larger Victorian home constructed in 2007-08. Features shiplap wood planks rather than drywall. Very nice photos.

Two Distinctive Barrel Vaulted Ceilings

A beautiful new Victorian home showcasing a couple of barrel vaulted ceilings is the focus of this article. Two distinctively different styles of barrel vaults are shown, radius and elliptical.

Considerations Regarding Magnetic Induction Cooktops

Thinking about going all out and buying a magnetic induction cooktop. Things you should know before taking the plunge by buying the most innovative cooking appliance on the market (and the most expensive).

A Fantastic Glass Tile Backsplash Idea: Plus Tips On DIY Installation

Glass tile mosaic backsplashes are a spectacular way of adding color to your kitchen. Here are ideas, a How-To video and some eco-friendly makers of recycled glass tile.

9 Great Tips For Selling Your Home

Selling your home is a complicated affair and requires you to be on your toes. You'll need to know what the dos and don't of selling your home are. HGTV's FrontDoor.com asked some of their TV experts to put to paper their best tips for selling your home.

Exterior LED Lighting That Combines Beauty, Function and Durability

Looking for a unique exterior landscape lighting solution? LED lighting has come a long way. These are very bright, colorful and require zero maintenance. Very cool stuff!

Cypress Siding: Naturally The Best Choice For This Victorian Home

Cypress lap siding is a great choice for today's American homes. Here are some great reasons to consider all-natural solid cypress for your homebuilding construction project.

Frank Betz Craftsman House Plan: The Palmdale

Frank Betz house plans offer many convenient features at an affordable price. This craftsman style plan squeezes a lot of house under a moderate footprint.

3 Great Reasons To Have Concrete Landscape Curbing Installed

Continuous concrete landscape curbing has been around for decades but it is gaining popularity as a great way to give your yard that professional finishing touch.

A Subdivision And An Old Cemetery

You would never expect an old graveyard right in the heart of your subdivision. Unfortunately, sometimes it happens and home sales may suffer because of its' close proximity within the neighborhood.

Chimney Pots Cap Off Your Home In Grand Style

Looking for a totally unique way to cap off your chimney and add some pizazz to your home's exterior. Dump those ideas of your of a boring old square clay chimney pot on your chimney and go for the gusto by gathering some great ideas here.

A Victorian Slate Roofing Installation

Installing a slate roof on this newly constructed Victorian home was no small feat. They used 100 square of roofing tile to complete this project including hand-cutting all of the slate at angles for the turret.

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