February is the month to get cozy and snuggly. Here are some ideas to cozy up your home and spread the love around for Valentines Day and all month long. Let’s start with the living room. Wood floors, fireplaces, and nice windows to bring in the sun during the day. Furnished with your most snuggly […]
Replace Kitchen Countertops Redoing your kitchen countertops can give this heavily trafficked room an easy upgrade. Plus, it’s a project that doesn’t require any time outside, ideal for those blustery January days. This project can offer a big payoff, as minor kitchen remodels have an average return on investment of 72%. The colder, drier winter […]
Getting ready to welcome friends and family into your home for the busy holiday season can be exciting and overwhelming. If you’re in charge of hosting a gathering and prepping a holiday meal, then the task is even more daunting if your home still feels like it’s not in order. While the approaching holidays might […]
Get set to elevate your home’s worth with the top improvement trends of 2025! Explore stylish and profitable remodeling projects that will revolutionize your space inside and out. EFFICIENCY – With an overwhelming focus on the economy, one of the most impactful home remodeling trends of 2025 is the shift toward energy efficiency. Homeowners are […]
An article from the People’s Law Library of Maryland Improving your home is a key part of home ownership. When using a contractor understanding the contract is key. This article provides tips for ensuring your home improvement project goes smoothly. Selecting a Contractor Home improvement is one of the areas in which consumers are […]
10 Tips on Hiring and Working with a Contractor An article from the People’s Law Library of Maryland Tip 1: Look for experience You’ll want to select a contractor with direct experience in the type of project you have in mind. Check to see if the contractor is licensed. The Maryland Home Improvement Commission licenses home improvement […]
No one wants to deal with nuisances like bottlenecks or awkward, tight spaces in their most common gathering places. Or maybe you moved into a home you love but have outgrown over the years, and could really use another bedroom. Luckily, these problems can be solved by house additions. Additional Bedroom Adding a new room […]
Get ideas for stylish color palettes, smart drying strategies and more from these most-saved photos of the year. With the right details and features, a laundry room can become so much more than just a place to wash and dry clothes. You’ll find plenty of inspiration for statement-making finishes, clever storage ideas and stylish color […]
Get ideas for warm neutral color schemes and other stylish elements from these new kitchen photos. Warm neutral color palettes are having a moment. And you’ll see plenty of welcoming examples in this countdown of new kitchen photos. You’ll also find elegant details that form a “quiet luxury” style, as well as design ideas for […]
Low-Maintenance Exterior Material Options for Your Home They may cost more up front, but these low-maintenance materials save later on frequent repainting and replacement—without skimping on curb appeal. With some careful choices and some extra resources, you can upgrade your house with long-lasting materials that will take some maintenance chores off your to-do list. By Thomas […]
