Several years back my family and I restored a home from 1940s that had huge energy issues. During our initial inspection we noticed the first big problem with the home — it didn’t have any insulation! We couldn’t find insulation in the attic, nothing in the walls, nothing under the floor – no insulation was […]
5 Ways to Make Your Home Eco-Friendly
Everyone’s talking about going green, but it’s not always easy to turn words into actions. If you want to make your home more eco-friendly but don’t know where to begin, try these smart ideas. Whether you’re looking for a small solution or a grand gesture, there’s a strategy to suit your style. Source Products and […]
When is the Right Time to Refinance Your Home?
Home mortgage refinancing is a way for borrowers to secure better interest rates, terms and conditions on their home loan. The reasons for refinancing an existing mortgage are many. What follows is an examination of the economic factors that motivate homeowners to make the decision to refinance a mortgage, and why it might make sense […]
Water Gallery Bottles- Unique Collectible Art in a Glass Bottle #Review
View Wyland art THROUGH water. Water Gallery Bottles are unique glass water bottles that are meant to be reused over and over again. About Water Gallery: We are an environmentally-responsible, Southern California-based company whose goal is to give our customers an elegant, artistic, swing-top, reusable glass bottle which can be collected, displayed, reused in multiple ways, […]
Families Changing Borders: Tips for Moving to a New Country
Imagine moving day. A moving truck to rent; boxes to carry. Who was in charge of keeping toilet paper accessible? Families struggle to keep up with these details. Now imagine moving to a different country. There is extra information to keep in mind, and many things to learn about the new home. Families who move […]
Super Simple Do-it-Yourself Repairs to Rescue an Old Staircase
Staircases have long been an architectural centerpiece of the home. In older homes, they represent a tribute to the craftsmanship that’s often missing from new constructions. The problem with older homes is after a while the elegance fades and all that remains is the functional role. Luckily, it’s possible to restore the grandeur that […]