With all this new technology, designing your own kitchen is just a couple of clicks away. There are many types of free kitchen design software available for download online. Most of the free downloadable kitchen design programs offer trial versions. Even without professional design and architecture experience, this software is here to help you. Some…

Laying a travertine tile floor to perfection (meaning no grout) is a skill you can easily develop. It only takes a little knowledge, a few tools, patience, and diligence to complete this job successfully. There is no need to be intimidated by these types of projects. After all, if the ancient Romans and Greeks could…

May is National Home Improvement Month. The National Remodeling Industry Association celebrates this busy and exciting time of year by offering homeowners tips and advice to help them get started on their remodeling project. Here are some additional flooring tips for those looking to upgrade their home décor this month. For an easy way to…

With the emergence of new styles and modern conveniences, today’s kitchens have undergone a complete transformation. Along with the appliances, the tile, tabletop and kitchen worktop assemblies have also been refurbished. Even so, there are certain people who prefer to give their kitchens an authentic and traditional look and thus Old World style kitchens have…

When you paint your walls a certain color, you can invoke a mood. The mood you set will help you feel at home in an environment. It can also invoke certain feelings within you. It is surprising that a wall color can do this. In the next article, we’ll explore paint and what each color…

The Franchise Group of the Consumer Division of the Federal Trade Commission is not well known to consumers or the public. Franchises in the United States account for a third of every dollar spent by consumers and 400,000 points of sale or stores. The Federal Trade Commission looks at the franchise industry. Some franchisors believe…

What if your home renovation budget is tight and you need to dig in nooks and crannies for a few extra dollars? Has the staff been complaining about all the trash and scraps and nail-sharpened boards and old appliances strewn all over the yard? Renting a local dumpster, at the best possible price, is a…

Most of us want an organized kitchen. However, when clutter piles up and there is no time to get organized, this dream often disappears along with the basil, can opener, and all other kitchen essentials. With just a few key cabinet organizers, you can really keep your kitchen tidy and set up in less than…

BUILT-IN CABINETS Almost every residence has a few built-in closets and we often want more of them! Whether in the kitchen, bedroom, or bathroom, they are generally used fairly constantly and therefore suffer from exactly the same wear and tear disorders that doors and windows suffer. Kitchen cabinets, in particular, break from constant opening and…

Kitchen islands used to be the area where friends and family gathered, as well as providing that extra counter space that we cooks love so much. Kitchen islands are now not just an area for extra counter space. They can include a stove, prep sink, small refrigerator, microwave, wine cooler, bookshelf, and many other kitchen…