Archives for 2015
The Hunt For Lord Stanley’s Cup
October 17, 2015 By Leave a Comment
As we start the 2015 NHL season, the Blackhawks will defend their championship.
While Chicago are among the NHL’s 13 teams that have won multiple Cups, there are a dozen that still have yet to drink from Lord Stanley’s old punch bowl. Could one of them finally take home their first championship this spring?
Home Improvement Etiquette
October 15, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Many people are unsure about the common etiquette when working with contractors who are renovating your home. For example, do you tip or don’t tip?
Eighty four percent of 400 consumers surveyed by TheBathOutlet.com say they did not think it was necessary to tip a general contractor, painter, electrician, plumber, or interior designer. Of those professions, painters were the most likely to receive a tip – at 12 percent of consumers saying they do.
View the infographic below to learn more about home improvement etiquette.
10 Fresh Ideas for Your Fireplace Alcoves
October 13, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Not sure how to make use of the space on either side of your chimney? Check out these alternatives to the standard built-in bookcase
The alcoves on either side of the fireplace are ripe for a rethink. The typical combination of a cabinet with shelves above is a sensible staple for good reason — storage plus a spot for the TV — but before you opt for the tried and tested, why not consider a few alternatives, as these homeowners did?
Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
October 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Prevent winter damage and boost energy efficiency by ticking off these to-dos before cold weather hits
Fall is a good time to take care of big home repair projects before shorter days (and in many areas, ice and snow) make outdoor work too difficult. And if you do live in an area with cold winters, take some time this fall to boost energy efficiency throughout your home, and prevent damage from winter storms with proper tree care (we spoke with an expert to find out what you need to do). Tick these 15 items off your list this season, and you can rest easy knowing that your home and yard are buttoned up and ready for winter.
10 Furniture Essentials for Small Spaces
October 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Here are items to opt for when a full-size sofa would be the elephant in the room
In a compact space, choosing just-right furnishings can make all the difference between your home feeling cramped or comfortable. From practically invisible acrylic chairs to shelving that flexes with the needs of your space, these 10 furniture pieces should be on any small-space-dweller’s must-have list.
