One of the most efficient ways to organize personal items around the house is to design a custom closet space. There are two types of closets mainly, walk-in closets and built-in closets. Time should be spent taking an inventory of the items to be stored while designing a custom closet. ‘Function’, that is, the purpose…

Today’s homebuyers don’t just want an open floor plan. They demand it! But creating the ultimate open floor plan isn’t just about pounding the walls with a sledgehammer (hello, HGTV!), it’s about thoughtful and creative design from the ground up. Here are some easy ways to develop open floor plans that have pizzazz. Definitely define…

With so many homes on the market, you need to make sure yours stands out to buyers. When selling your property, there are some important steps that, if taken, will make your home the most attractive and desirable among any competition. Follow the suggestions below and your house will sell faster and for the highest…

There are many times after a rain when your garden cannot be used because the grass is wet and soggy. Hot cloudy summer days are a loss if you and the kids are stuck in the house. Of course, you can use patio blocks, poured concrete, or stone to make your patio, but wood seems…

Because bathrooms are prone to such high and excessive humidity, certain materials used for bathroom remodeling will not give the best long-term results. A good example of a bad application would be installing laminate vanities or a laminate countertop. Although they are commonly installed in bathrooms, these materials are not the best option. The downside…

There is a big difference between the type of flooring you use for the living areas of your home and the bathroom. Once you get past looks, durability, cost, and other commonalities, you need to consider a factor that no other area of ​​your home (except your basement) has: water. Since the bathroom will always…

Updating the look of your kitchen cabinets can be a bit tricky if you’re on a tight budget. So instead of completely revamping them, just replace their hardware, including the cabinet hinges. You may not believe it, but a small change can make a big aesthetic difference. Really, simply by replacing hardware, like cabinet hinges,…

A green salad is a perfect take-out meal when you’re in the mood for something in between, a meal that’s not too light but not too heavy either. It is easy to prepare and you can choose which dressing to use based on your current mood. If you’re in the mood for something refreshing yet…

I have lived in South Africa with my wife since 2003 and we have enjoyed our time here immensely. It’s time for me to feel like I have a say in what’s going on right now. I hear the murmurs, ‘Who are you to comment on internal affairs?’ My perspective is just as important as…

Paper towels seem like a brilliant invention. What’s more convenient than disposable towels that you never have to clean or use again? Just buy new and throw away the old one. What we may not think about when we use paper towels is the extreme waste they generate and what their effects on the environment…