As if in-ground swimming pools weren't cool enough, there is the lighting. A well maintained pool with great lighting is just an amazing place to be. When you want to have an evening or late night swim, there is nothing like the ambiance of quality pool lighting. When it comes […]
Exteriors
Spruce up the Beauty of Your Outdoor Space with Teak Furniture
If you realize the fact that teak is a premier wood for ship building, it will be clear to you why it is best for landscape furniture or patio. Durable and dense in nature, teak is a hardwood with fine graining. It is the perfect choice for your outdoor furniture […]
Make the Air-Barrier Effective for Your House
Do you want to build a high-performance house? Well, a high-performance house is not complete without a proper air-barrier. An air barrier is a component that works as a system to prevent air flow through the building. You should not mistake air barrier as a vapor barrier. An air barrier […]
What Makes a Stained Glass Window Shine?
The world is full of beautiful things but there is perhaps nothing quite as breathtakingly vivid as a stained glass window illuminated by bright rays of sunshine. When viewed from the dark interior of a building, stained glass appears to be a riot of color—sapphire blues, ruby reds, and emerald […]
How to Plan Your Outdoor Lighting
Your garden, terrace and balcony are ideal playgrounds for your creativity when it comes to lighting. Decorative illumination of your garden should be one aspect of your outdoor lighting plan but another important lighting consider is safety. Be sure to light your footpaths to prevent accidents and your entries to […]
Should I Be Worried About Asbestos In My Home?
With all of the bad press surrounding asbestos, I am not surprised that countless people are questioning their safety in their own home. Asbestos was indeed so vastly popular that if you live in a dwelling constructed between the years of 1930-1980 there is an extremely high probability that it […]
Patio Furniture Ideas for Summer Living
Different varieties of materials and styles are available for patio furnishings. Some patio furniture are more durable and last for a long time whereas others are easier to move or store during winter. Planning for outdoor living space depends to a great extent on how often you are using it […]
Useful Advice on Revamping Your Windows
The mere thought of giving a room an entire new look can sometimes be daunting. There are cost considerations, not to mention the upheaval major works may cause. However, if there is a room that really lacks something, why not consider revamping on a slightly smaller scale? Windows are rarely […]
Create an Outdoor Living Space for Summer Events and Family Gatherings
It is easy to forget the deck or patio area when you are decorating your home, but with a few decorative pieces of furniture and accessories, you can turn the deck into an additional living space. Whether you want more space that has the same look and feel of the […]
Pool Safety Issues and How to Fix Them
With summer well on the way, it’s still not too late to get our swimming gear and get into the pool. Swimming is the best way to spend our time during a hot summer. It is equally important to keep the pool safe and clean to ensure safety and good […]
Safeguard the Home Against Roof Damage
Finding potential damage on top of the roof is not as easy as it is inside. Use a safe roof access ladder to get up on the roof and look at the house from the top. While things such as loose material around chimney pipes or damaged shingles may be […]
Should You Repair Your Roof or Install a New One?
Even though metal-based roofing materials, such as zinc, copper, stainless steel or lead, are strong and durable, they can, over long period of time, be affected by harsh environmental conditions and can be damaged by other external and internal factors. In this case, if your roof wears out or gets […]