Most people are well-versed in “the three Rs” of sustainability – reduce, reuse, recycle. The easiest one to follow regularly is recycling, and it’s incredibly important. Without regular recycling, our planet would become overrun with waste. However, as more people start to turn toward sustainable lifestyles, a new wave of eco-friendly options is making it easier … Read more
Whether you recently purchased your home or have been residents for a while, chances are good there are at least a few aspects that you’d like to change. Many times people can be intimidated by the amount of time, effort or money that can go into home renovations, but there are ways to change things … Read more
Pet ownership has been a steadily increasing trend in American households. In 2018, 60.2 million U.S. households owned dogs – a number that has since grown to nearly 70 million in 2022. It’s estimated that 90.5 million families in the United States own pets. It’s no wonder that more renovations include purpose-built features to enhance … Read more
In today’s modern climate, more and more people are considering ways to try to reduce waste and be more resourceful. While it can be exciting and advantageous to renovate your home, home renovation and other demolition projects can produce a significant amount of waste. Luckily, the preservation of resources can go beyond the traditional ways … Read more
Historic architecture is important to maintain because of its cultural value. Some of these buildings, however, are not entirely fit for modern standards of sustainability. Such historical buildings include houses that must be retrofit before they can be lived in again. Do they have centralized air conditioning or heating? Are there unsealed doors and windows … Read more
Whether you are just starting in the short-term rental market or are a seasoned pro, designing the perfect vacation rental is important to scoring those all-important positive reviews that lead to new bookings and repeat business. Short-term rentals have different design needs than the house you live in every day. Here’s what you need to … Read more
Hazardous building materials are a problem that cannot be ignored. Whether weak or toxic, these materials can be an enormous danger to habitants of buildings where they’re used. In the mid-2000s, hazardous drywall became a major concern for American homeowners across numerous states. From this problem arose an elegant solution: magnesium oxide panel as a … Read more
Looking to install new bamboo flooring in the near future? There’s more to this home improvement project than simply finding the floor that looks the best. If you want the installation process to go smoothly and provide long-lasting results, your first consideration must be your subfloor. Bamboo flooring, just like most other types of floors, can’t … Read more
Building or updating your deck can boost your home’s value, functionality, and curb appeal by quite a bit. Choosing the materials with which you will build your new deck requires you to strike a balance between aesthetics and affordability. Until recently, wood was the go-to material for newly constructed decks and porches. Many alternatives have … Read more
…If you missed Part 1, check A Guide to Remodeling a Fixer-Upper | Part 1 A Little Paint Does A Lot in a Fixer-Upper A little bit of paint goes a very long way in freshening up the look of any space. If an area is structurally sound, then a good scrubbing and paint can … Read more