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updated on November 25, 2020October 25, 2020Outdoors & Gardening

Contemporary Mid-Century Landscape Ideas

Modern mid-century homes offer an exquisite blend of outdoor and indoor living. Below are a few landscape ideas for contemporary mid-century homes.
Sustainable Eichler
Given that Northern California is often susceptible to dry seasons, Eichler homeowners have redesigned their landscape to combine several sustainable features and add a few natural elements. They also added many drought-resistant plants with colors like green and blue to stimulate a sense of simplicity and serenity.
Atrium Escape
Mid-century contemporary homes in the state of California are often designed to fit the Mediterranean weather. …

updated on November 25, 2020October 24, 2020Outdoors & Gardening

Compost Bin Ideas

Below are some of the easiest and most budget-friendly ideas to make your outdoor compost bin.
Compost Bin Made Out of a Trash Can
If you don’t have an additional budget for a new compost bin, turning an old trash can into one is a practical idea. Make sure to put a lid on the trash can when using it as a compost bin.
Compost Bin Made From Scrap Wood
If you have scrap wood laying around your property, then turning it into a compost bin is a great idea. Moreover, a wooden compost bin is ideal for the outdoors given its sturdy and long-lasting nature. Moreover, it is also ideal to put a hinged covering …

updated on November 25, 2020October 23, 2020Outdoors & Gardening

Tips For Growing a Rain Garden

A rain garden is a great idea to spruce up your outdoor property. If you don’t know where to start with growing a rain garden, consider the tips below as your reference.
1. Choose the right shape and size of your rain garden.
Your rain garden should be at least 150 square feet in size so that you can add a good variety of plants in it. Moreover, it is also ideal to choose a rounded or oval shape for your rain garden.
2. Choose the right plants.
When making a rain garden, it is important to keep in mind that the garden’s soil is subject to water most of the time. Thus, it is recommended to choose …

updated on October 29, 2020October 23, 2020Home Repair & Renovating

The Top Home Renovation Accounts on Instagram

Looking for home renovation and design ideas and tips? Check these Instagram pages out.
1. @mrkate
Mr.Kate is an interior designer who is known for renovating the homes of famous internet personalities. She has over 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube and her Instagram account is a catalog of astonishing home design ideas.
2. @arrowsand bow
Ashley Petrone showcases her home’s stellar interior design on her Instagram account. If you are looking for design ideas, color palette tips, furniture recommendations, home improvement hacks, you should look into her Instagram page.
3. @angelarosehome…

updated on October 29, 2020October 22, 2020Home Repair & Renovating

The 3 Home Addition Types and Their Actual Costs

Below are rough estimates of the probable costs for home addition projects.
Adding a Room
Depending on what you desire to accomplish, adding a room to your home can cost a rough estimate of $42,000 or a little over. The overall cost will also depend on the size of the room and its furnishings.
Remodeling Your Garage
Renovating or remodeling your garage can cost you around $11,000. However, if you want to add in furniture or art crafts to convert your garage into a home office or a man cave, then you need to spend a little over 11 grand.
Adding or Enlarging a Bathroom
Expanding your bathroom …

updated on October 29, 2020October 20, 2020Home Repair & Renovating

Tips For Installing Crown Molding on Kitchen Cabinets

To help you install your crown moldings into your cabinets conveniently and precisely, follow the tips below.
1. Wood Nailing Position
Make sure to position the nailing strips along the top part of the cabinets precisely. Once you position the nailing strips too far backward or forward, a visible line will ruin the cabinetry’s appearance.
2. Use and Electronic Nail Gun
An electric nail gun is an appropriate tool to use when installing crown moldings in cabinets. Not only does it allow you to shoot thin nails without damaging your cabinets, but it also allows you to get into difficult-to-reach soffit …

updated on October 29, 2020October 13, 2020Home Repair & Renovating

Top 3 Easy Home Remodeling Ideas

Looking for ideas in remodeling your home? Consider these three tips below.
1. Revamp Your Kitchen Island
Your kitchen island is the centerpiece of your kitchen, thus, it should not be neglected. If you feel like nobody is interested in using the island, it is probably because it doesn’t look inviting.
When revamping your kitchen island, consider adding a countertop overhang so that people can sit closer and more comfortably. Moreover, try adding a couple of pendant lights to make the area look more pleasing.
2. Neat-looking Contemporary Accent Wall
Instead of having a plain background in the …

updated on October 29, 2020October 13, 2020Home Decor

The Benefits and Downsides of Trendy Bedroom Floorings

Below is a list of the most popular bedroom floorings along with their advantages and disadvantages.
Hardwood
Hardwood is among the top choices for bedroom flooring due to its warm and enticing look. If you choose a premium-quality hardwood, your bedroom flooring can withstand long-standing use too.
The Pros:
It brings a warm and natural ambiance to your bedroom.
It is durable compared to tiles or stones.
Hardwood is easy to clean.
The Cons:
Industry-grade hardwood can be very expensive.
It doesn’t provide sound or temperature insulation/
Carpeting
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updated on October 29, 2020October 11, 2020Home Decor

5 Free Catalogs for Home Decor

If you are looking for ideas and inspiration for sprucing up your home, you might want to check out these free home decor catalogs.
Ballard Designs
Ballard Designs is a home interior catalog that is free to use by those living in the USA. The catalog offers a wide range of modern wall decor, furniture, lighting, rugs, and many more.
Restoration Hardware
Restoration Hardware is a free catalog that offers an array of premium-quality textiles, furniture, wall decors, rugs, linens, and other home accessories.
IKEA
The IKEA home interiors catalog walks you through the best contemporary home …

updated on October 29, 2020October 1, 2020Home Decor

Tips for Decorating Your Home The Belgian Way

Below are a few Belgian interior design tips you can incorporate in your own home.
Incorporate Loads of Neutral Colors
One of the main things Belgian interiors are known for is the neutral-colored interiors. Neutral hues are known to add warmth and serenity into any living space. However, Belgian interior design is not just about generic neutral colors. It leans towards airy and light neutrals just like the colors of unfinished wood or natural stones.
Linen Overload
Linen has been one of the biggest resources of Belgium, hence why the majority of Belgian homes have linen scattered everywhere.
One way …