Portable vacuum cleaners are better than ever these days, but a central vacuum system has the winning edge! See why... Here's what I've learned about central vacs, including the cost and DIY installation info too.
The Derek Jeter mansion in Tampa, Florida has 32,000 sq. ft. of living space. The master suite alone covers over 2,500 sq.ft.. The sprawling, eclectic English manor on the waterfront is the largest house in Tampa, by far! Here are photos and videos of Derek Jeter's Tampa home, what it's worth today, and a little about what the retired New York Yankees shortstop is doing today.
Thinking of installing an indoor hot tub? At the very least, don't do it yourself! Although an indoor hot tub gives you more privacy and fewer maintenance issues, you have to think about mold inside, weight capacities on your flooring, and the multitude of electrical and plumbing issues that could arise. Here are the pros and cons of indoor hot tub installation.
Is there such thing as an ecofriendly permanent exterior paint? Maybe. But if you're thinking of adding a ceramic coating to your home or using a ceramic house paint, here's what I now know about ceramic paint that I wish I'd known sooner!
Wondering if you should use a granite sealer on your countertops? The short answer is: Yes! I'll help you determine if your countertops need sealed right now or if you can wait awhile, whether to use a topical sealer or an impregnator sealer, how to seal granite countertops yourself, and how to remove stains from granite.
Where does granite come from? How is granite made? The process of bringing Mother Nature's art to market is complex -- and I've seen it firsthand. Here's what I've learned about the process of mining granite slabs and preparing granite slabs for sale in stores. You'll never look at granite kitchen countertops the same way again!
Considering automatic driveway gates? Here are the different types of driveway gates, materials that you can choose from, maintenance issues for each type of entry gate, and how to ultimately choose the best driveway gate for your residence.
Roll roofing is the perfect material choice for the DIYer interested in tackling small roofing projects -- like a shed or porch roof that has a slight sloped roof or a flat roof. I'm a true DIYer when it comes to house projects and I've learned a thing or two that could help with your DIY project. Here are my easy to follow step-by-step instructions for DIY rolled roofing installation.
As an interior designer, one of my favorite materials to use inside a home is cork. Cork flooring has many advantages over other popular materials -- including hardwood, tile, and concrete. Two of the biggest reasons I encourage clients to choose cork flooring are: its durability and eco-friendliness. Here are some good things to know before installing cork flooring.
Toilet flush ratings are no laughing matter. They really are important when choosing the best toilet that is energy-efficient and flushes (your business) like nobody's business! Here's what to look for in Maximum Performance (MaP) toilet flush ratings. I'll explain how a MaP rating is verified and how they put toilets to the test.
