Creative Curb Appeal for a Perfect First Impression
By Chris Hillman Close your eyes and imagine walking up to your dream home. There’s color, cleanliness, and creativity. Making your home’s first impression match the vision of your dream home might be...
View ArticleNational Rose Month: 5 Tips for Your Rose Garden
June is National Rose Month—the ideal time to plant a rose bush in your garden at home. Rose bushes are not as challenging to cultivate as some have been led to believe. In fact, according to the...
View ArticleAdd Whimsy to Your Garden for a Unique Look
by Jacklyn Renz How would it feel to step out of your home and into another world? That is what a whimsical garden oasis can provide. Full of personality, unique touches, and creative character...
View ArticleManufactured Stone Veneer: A Cost-Effective Option for Improving Curb Appeal
By John Egan If you’re looking to lift the curb appeal of your home, the solution may be written in stone. Homeowners are increasingly turning to manufactured stone veneer, a lower-cost alternative to...
View Article5 Misconceptions About Composite Decking
Composite decking has been an option for homeowners for over 20 years—yet misconceptions about it still exist. Decking and railing brand Trex Company and HGTV’s “Decked Out” stars Paul Lafrance and...
View ArticleElegant Landscape Designs Can Greatly Enhance Property Value
By Lee Flynn Elegantly designed exterior landscapes can greatly enhance the appearance, curb appeal and market value of almost any home or property. Even large-scale landscaping projects can often be...
View ArticleThe Smart Home Takes a Swim
Smart home automation is dipping into pools. Many poolside mechanisms, such as the heater, pump and timer, can now be automatically controlled with smart home technology, optimizing energy use and...
View ArticleMailbox Makeovers for Instant Curb Appeal
by Cat Queen When visitors or potential buyers see your home for the first time, make sure your tired old mailbox doesn’t leave them with the wrong impression. These quick and easy mailbox makeovers...
View ArticleThe She Shed Wish List
By Sarah Fogle Do you ever wish there was a retreat where you could enjoy your hobbies without leaving the backyard? Somewhere to get a little “me time” around your home that isn’t covered with...
View Article10 Easy Ways To Go Greener With Your Landscaping
By Steven Randel, Houzz In the previous Building Green story, we looked at plant materials and how you can make healthier choices by selecting species that are native, easier to maintain or both. The...
View ArticleGearing Up For Gardening
By Kristina Phelan Spring is upon us and the time to begin your garden preparations has arrived. No matter if your garden is small or large; all gardeners need to do the same things in order to...
View ArticleHow to Figure Out the Best Grass Type for Your Lawn
By: Raymond Poole Knowing what kind of grass to grow in your lawn can be a hard choice to make. There are so many different varieties that will work in your specific area that it can be hard to choose...
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