Air conditioners are a modern convenience we often take for granted until they break down on the hottest day of the year. Performing regular maintenance can keep your air conditioner running efficiently and ensure that it provides cool comfort all summer long. Here are some simple air conditioner maintenance tips. Clean or replace the filter This is one of the most important … [Read more...]
Buying Interior Shutters Online – What to Look Out For
As the temperature starts to drop, your first instinct might be to crank up the heat in your home. That's not necessarily a bad idea, as it will keep you warm and comfortable, but it's not the only way to deal with cold drafts and chilly air that come in through your windows in the winter months. You can improve your home's energy efficiency—and save some money on your utility … [Read more...]
Creating a Welcoming Guest Room in Your Home
Tips to Make Your Guests Feel at Home Use all five senses to create a warm and welcoming stay for your house guests. You don't have to roll out the red carpet and pull out all the stops to make your guests feel welcome. In fact, too much effort might have the opposite effect and create an awkward or overly formal mood. Here are a few tips for how to make your guests feel … [Read more...]
Feng Shui in the Bedroom
According to Feng Shui principles; the bedroom's interior design is vital to the individual's Chi (energy) and lousy placement of furniture can lead to feelings of lethargy, stagnation, and even depression. In the book Feng Shui, Arranging Your Home to Change Your Life (published in 2018 by Villard Books), author Charles Langford writes that she believes the way sleeping … [Read more...]
How Much Is Your Backyard Oasis Worth in 2021?
Thinking of taking advantage of the favorable market conditions by putting your home on the market? Now is a great time for sellers to reap the best possible price for their home — good news for anyone attempting to recover from some of the financial hardships brought on by COVID-19. Before contacting a real estate agent to get started selling your home, you may be … [Read more...]