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DIY Anything

You know your four-legged friend better than anyone, so why leave their treats and toys up to someone else to make? Look no further for incredible ideas for entertaining, treating, and keeping your little love cozy. Rover.com has created a great place for you to dive in, starting with five fantastically fun, sweet, and easy tricks that are light on extra money and time. Tire pet bed Grab an old tire that’s too worn out to drive with. Scrub well with soap and water, then let dry. If desired, color with spray paint. Once the paint has dried, attach felt…

4 Home Projects You Can’t See But Must Do

When we think of home improvement projects, we often think of big renovations like adding a room or a porch. But the parts of your home that are not immediately visible are just as important to keep in shape. Here is a list of some of the most important and yet invisible home improvements any homeowner should look into. Replace the Furnace One thing that people definitely notice when they step into a new place is the quality of the climate control. If your home is too hot or too cold, it won’t really matter how many nice amenities or…

3 Home Projects You Should Never DIY

Your property is in need of repairs and maintenance. You’ve done your assessment, and the estimates are a bit steep. You may wonder, “Why not save some money by doing some of these myself?” Some fixer-uppers look easy enough, but some home projects are ones you should never try DIYing. DIY Is Not as Easy as You Think Undertaking certain types of renovations yourself can put you at risk of serious injury or death. The National Safety Council (NSC) has highlighted circumstances that can cause death in an odds of dying chart that notes high probable causes of death, some of which can…

4 Tips to Update Your Foyer

When was the last time that you looked at your foyer and thought about refreshing the interior design of it? The answer is probably never. We’re more focused on keeping the rooms that we spend prolonged periods of time in such as the kitchen or living room updated and refreshed; but why is this? The foyer is the entrance to your home, and should conform to the standard you have set for the rest of the house. It’s the first introduction to your home to any visitors that call by, and should be shown the same consideration as an author…

Tips to improve your cooking skills

With American fast food outlets serving a whopping fifty million customers every single day, it’s clear that we have a preference for easy meals. However, cooking for yourself is a real pleasure and skill, and one that can be easily picked up and learned. In this article, we’ll take a look at why cooking for yourself is a good idea, and how you too can master the skills needed. If you’re a novice in the world of cooking, don’t worry: our top tips on how to begin learning the culinary arts are just what you need to get going. Why…

Does Your Neighbor Give You the Creeps?

Every have the suspicion that one or more of your neighbors may be up to no good? Do they do things that seem targeted towards your unhappiness? If so, what can you do about it to ease your concerns? For many individuals in such a position, there is not a lot they can do often. You could end up asking neighbors about the person, but that oftentimes only is gossip. To get more concrete details, turning to the Internet can oftentimes be your best bet. With that being the case, do you know how to look someone up online? Learn…

How to Transform Your Décor

Whether you have moved into your new home or want to update your décor, there are many little tricks that can help you transform your space in an instant. Sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference to your interior design. Check out our top tips on how to transform your décor. Paint Small Rooms in a Lighter Color Dark colors make a room feel smaller than it is. We, therefore, suggest painting smaller rooms in a lighter, softer color, which will enhance a space. Also, try to combine light paintwork with plenty of natural light to make a…

Installation Methods – Wood Flooring

Wood flooring is a stunning addition to your home, it offers a host of character and warmth to any room that it is installed in, but it can be very confusing – especially when it comes to installation. There are a few different methods that can be used for installing wood floors, many of them may be new to you but in this post we’re going to explain the methods of installation to give you a bit of an insight to them and hopefully help you reach a decision as to which one may suit the floor you’re hoping to…