Grandma was right when she said a good bed is important because we spend one third of our lives in it. So we don’t want to scrimp on the amount of money we’re willing to spend on this all-important piece of furniture. But with so many types of beds out there–mattress and box spring, waterbed, and airbed to name three—which one is right for...
Making the Most of Small or Large Spaces
You may think that only small spaces are difficult to decorate or to make the most of. But large spaces can present a problem all of its own. For example, it’s more difficult to make a large space to feel cozy or decorated or even useful. And a small space can be difficult to fit in everything that you’d like to be in that room. So here are some tips for...
Pet Proofing Your Home
You may have heard of kid-proofing your home, but pet-proofing is just as important and some of the tools designed for kid-proofing can also work for pets. Cats in particular have a curious nature and tendency to get into things that could either be harmful to them or annoying to you. Sometimes it seems they want to get into things just to prove they...
Preparing Your House to Sell
During the seller’s market, many sellers thought they could sell their house no matter what shape it is in. But even in a hot market, it’s difficult to sell a broken, rundown, messy house and it doesn’t take much to make your house look presentable. You often hear that it’s better to sell an occupied house than an empty one, but that depends. If...
Creating a Sanctuary in Your Home
With modern life being so fast-paced and noisy, it’s important to create a sanctuary in your home. This can mean different things for different people, but designing a room or space for a peaceful respite is the goal. You may want to consider some of the following ideas. A Personal Retreat–Designing a bedroom with relaxing fabrics and colors is a...
Choosing a Bed: Which Type is Right for You?
Grandma was right when she said a good bed is important because we spend one third of our lives in it. So we don’t want to scrimp on the amount of money we’re willing to spend on this all-important piece of furniture. But with so many types of beds out there–mattress and box spring, waterbed, and airbed to name three—which one is right for...