Valuable Advice from the Property Brothers
Jonathan and Drew Scott from the HGTV hit show Property Brothers have seen it all. They’ve done everything from full home remodels to simple bathroom facelifts. Here is some of the best advice from the Property Brothers that we’ve collected over the years. CREATE A DESIGN THAT LASTS When renovating your home, you are going to want an updated, clean look. However, the Property Brothers stress making choices that will last. Be sure that your selections when remodeling will look
The Biggest DON'TS of Home Improvement
Don’t Ignore Safety Taking extra precautions throughout a home improvement project can prevent injuries and even save lives. Turning off the breakers, wearing safety goggles, and not overloading outlets are simple precautions that when ignored can result in disaster. 2. Don’t Skip the Primer The primer is what makes or breaks a successful paint job. It creates a solid bond for the paint to adhere to so that the paint job lasts longer. 3. Don’t Get “Some Guy”, Get a Pro A botc
Create a Functional and Comfortable Home Office
If you work from home, need a space to pay bills, or want a comfortable study in your home; a home office is a must. Below are some tips on what to consider when planning your home office. COMFORT Chances are you will be spending a lot of time in your home office especially if it will serve as your main place of work. Don’t be afraid to invest some extra money into this room to make it more comfortable. You will be more productive in an office space you enjoy being in! CHAIR
Design a Custom Home Bar
Home bars are the perfect addition for homeowners who love to host parties and entertain guests. Thinking about designing a custom bar for your home? Here are some things to consider when deciding on a look for your home bar. FUNCTIONALITY What types of drinks will you be serving? Will you need an area to install a draft? A wine rack? Will you be needing an ice machine? A microwave for snacks? These are important questions to ask yourself when deciding what type of cabinets a
Combining Cabinet Colors in your Kitchen
With the hundreds of colors available, choosing the right color of your kitchen can be difficult. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to choose just one color. Below is a simple guide on how to combine cabinet colors to get you started on your stylish and original kitchen. Choose 3 Complimentary Colors to be featured in the kitchen. Select a single cabinet to be the focal point of the room. Add a stain or glaze to one of the cabinet colors. Don’t be afraid to mix textu
Creating the Perfect Dining Room
An attractive, practical dining room can elevate your home and be a wonderful place to gather with guests or family. Whether it is a room you only use for special occasions, a room you eat every meal in, or something in between; below are some tips to create a dining room customized just for you. TABLE The dining room table will be the center of attention in the dining room so take your time searching for the table right for you. Look through catalogs and browse the web to de
