Although laminate closet doors are almost the cheapest option for your closets, they are far from the lowest quality. When we talk from a durability point of view, I think high pressure plastic laminate doors are the most durable of all. I have been in the kitchen furniture manufacturing business for many years now and…

Throughout different cultures the rooster has been a symbol of many things, one of the most predominant is luck. It is said that having some type of rooster in your kitchen brings you luck and could make you feel good. Here’s a little more information about roosters and rooster folklore. First a little about real…

Are you a wine connoisseur or just the occasional wine drinker who likes to impress his friends? One way to do this depends on the brand of wine cooler you choose to display and chill your wine. Knowing the features you would prefer in a cooler will go a long way in choosing a brand…

Most of the time, wooden decks are exposed to many forms of elements that could cause damage from the elements. Constant exposure to the sun causes wood to crack, while cold weather promotes the growth of bacteria. Water and mist contribute to the rust of nails and screws that held the wood in place. When…

The best way to improve the appearance of a kitchen is by painting the cabinets or refinishing the cabinets. Renovating kitchen cabinets is an inexpensive and cost-effective method of changing the look of a kitchen. One thing homeowners need to know to do it yourself is that they need to remove grease from existing kitchen…

West-facing house plans are ideal for people who like to enjoy the setting sun. If you are wondering what a west facing home is, this is a home that sits on a parcel with a road on the west side. One of the main advantages of the design is that it allows you to enjoy…

Periodically, we will need to remove an old set of kitchen or vanity cabinets that were fastened and installed with nails instead of screws. If this is the case with your remodel project, you will NOT be able to save the cabinets to install elsewhere. When you’re done taking them out, there will only be…

First Jeff Yeager in his latest book “The Cheapskate Next Door,” then financial journalist Liz Weston. Now it’s my turn to come out of the closet, so to speak, as a financial professional who doesn’t “keep a budget,” at least not in the traditional way. Do not misunderstand! As many of my clients can attest,…

I bought my new PC last month after a lot of research and considerations on brand, price, configuration and appearance! So here is my experience on my new HP a6540in PC, now that I have used it for a month. Basic configuration: Core 2 Duo E4700 (C) DC 2.6 GHz (65 W) processor, 250 GB…

During a kitchen remodel or construction project, expensive countertops are often damaged by falling tools, spilled food, and liquid splashes. Workers or subcontractors may scratch and hit them carelessly. Not only does this force builders to spend more time replacing or repairing damage, it also annoys customers and reduces potential referrals. To ensure that your…