Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Must-have Power Tools for the Intermediate DIYer

Whether its restoring an old piece of furniture to its former glory or installing new flooring, the right tool makes any project go by that much smoother. In fact, not only will the appropriate tool get the job done right, but it will also save you precious time that you could use doing something else. With that in mind, here are a few intermediate power tools that every DIYer should have on hand in order to be prepared for the majority of projects around the house. Nail Gun A nail gun can really come in handy with projects that require...








Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Is Your Small Space Suffering From These Furniture Mistakes?

Living in a small space certainly has its challenges. Whether you live in a studio apartment, a tiny house, or simply a small home, you might have to deal with awkward layouts, narrow hallways, and little to no storage. Fortunately, with a bit of determination, some compromises, and strategic planning, your small space can feel just like home. But first, you'll have to avoid these small space furniture mistakes. Single-Purpose When living in a small space, whatever you put in your home really should have more than one purpose because you have to make the most of what you've got....








Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Money-saving DIY Bathroom Cleansers

Even though it is not often thought of, people spend a lot of money on accessories for their bathrooms. Be it on cleaners, décor, or personal care items, the room tends to use a lot of budgeted money, with little or no hope of return. I was recently at a friend’s house and upon using her bathroom was amazed at the multitude of bathroom supplies she had. On the shelf above the toilet were 3 kinds of room spray, 2 brands of toilet cleaner and a bathtub cleanser -- and that was only what I could see. Many DIYers know...








Friday, November 13, 2015

5 Clever DIY Hacks for Winter

To a child, winter days are fun. I have fond memories of snowball fights and building snowmen with my siblings for hours until we were forced to come inside to thaw out. My optimism for the season was unwavering in my youth and reflected the fun and joy throughout childhood, though my adult mind thinks of the cold seasons slightly differently today. The levity for the season still glows, but survival is always at the forefront of my mind as an adult when I see the snow fly I think of shoveling snow, slippery roads, and the ever-growing heat bill...