Gas Fireplace Won’t Start? Here’s What Might Be Wrong

29 November 2022
Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

If you're like most homeowners who have recently had your wood-burning fireplace replaced by a gas model, you're probably happy to see the last of chopping and carrying wood. Gas fireplaces are clean, realistic, energy efficient, and perhaps best of all, can be turned off or on with the flip of a switch. Not only will you not have to worry about buying, chopping, stacking, and carrying wood, you won't have to clean ashes and wood debris out of it, worry about flying sparks and embers creating a potential fire hazard, or have to quickly doors and windows if your home fills up with smoke because of a malfunctioning flue. Read More

What Factors Affect The Cost Of Basement Waterproofing Services?

12 October 2022
Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Every waterproofing project is different, and there is no one size fits all cost for waterproofing services. Therefore, read on to discover the factors that influence basement waterproofing costs. The Location Rainy and wet locations attract high basement waterproofing system installation costs. Also, labor charges vary across sites. For example, if you live in an expensive city, you will incur higher charges. In addition, you'll pay more if your municipality regulates waterproofing. Read More

Selection Tips For Tropical Aquarium Fish

11 August 2022
Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

If you're looking to put a tropical aquarium in your home, you'll need some fish to live in it. You have so many incredible species to choose from. Here are just a couple of tips that can give you more insights on what fish to go with. Review Care Requirements The care requirements for various tropical fish will likely dictate what fish you get for your aquarium. Not every fish is the same in this regard and for this reason, you want to find out what these care requirements are before making your tropical fish selection. Read More

Installing A New Pool? 2 Tips To Provide Safety For Everyone

23 May 2022
Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

If you are installing a new pool one thing you must be concerned with is safety for people outside the pool and for those swimming in the pool. Below is information about two safety tips you should consider. Install a Pool Safety Gate You likely have a fence around your pool, and it may be the law where you live to install a pool safety gate. This is much safer than a traditional gate you likely currently have. Read More

5 Reasons to Install a Wide Spread Faucet in Your Bathroom

5 April 2022
Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

A widespread faucet style is one where each tap and the faucet are a separate piece, instead of being affixed to a base as a single assembly. There are a few reasons why this style is a good option for your bathroom. 1. Placement Options Since the faucet and each tap are a separate piece, you have more options when it comes to installing them. You can mount directly to the sink itself, although you may need to cut additional tap holes, or you can mount to the counter behind the sink. Read More

How to add color to your walls without painting

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One of my biggest pet peeves as a renter is when I can't paint. White walls might be nice and neutral, but they can easily get boring, especially if I'm staying in one place for a few years. I love hanging art work, but in a room that's already leaning toward busy, a wall full of art can feel overwhelming. Instead, I've found several ways to achieve the look of a painted wall without the commitment (or breaking my lease). From wallpapered foam boards to framed tapestries to colorblocking canvas, my apartment is always stylish, colorful, and well within the bounds of my written contract. For four better walls in any rented room, try some of my ideas!