Archives for 2015
How to Make Your Move Easier for Your Family
August 15, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Say goodbye to a much-loved home and settle in quickly to a new place with these tips for transitioning
Moving into a new house is so much more than simply relocating to a different place. When we leave behind a home, especially one we’ve lived in for a long time, we also leave behind all those years spent enjoying it. Children who were tiny when you moved in have grown into strapping teenagers under its roof. Friends have visited, meals have been shared, and the small dramas of everyday life have been played out in it, so it can be emotional to walk away.
Settling into a new home that carries traces of its previous owners also can take time. So in the rush and chaos of moving, take time to celebrate the home you’re leaving and get set to enjoy the place you’re moving into with these tips for easing the transition.
How to Color-Block With Confidence in the Kitchen
August 13, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Master the art of color-blocking in your cooking and dining area by following these foolproof design tricks
Color-blocking is a popular fashion trend that has been a firm favorite with designers and fashion lovers over the past several years. Although it’s taken a little longer for the high-impact look to filter down into the interiors world, the technique is now being embraced by many design professionals and home decorators, too, especially in the kitchen, as a way to liven up a neutral scheme and help a space stand out. Take a look at the color-blocking cheat sheet that we’ve compiled for you below.
15 Creative Kitchen Backsplashes for the Adventurous
August 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Consider using snow skis, mirrors, bottle caps and other unusual materials for your next kitchen backsplash
Not a fan of white subway tile? Don’t fret. Look to custom and DIY options for creative backsplashes that are only limited by your imagination and budget. Of course, you’ll want to take into consideration your cooking habits, too. Those who fancy themselves amateur chefs and tend to have multiple splattering pans going at once might not be keen on a custom photography backsplash. But for the pop-it-in-the-microwave types, the more decorative options might make sense.
Here are 15 adventurous options that you — or your designer — may want to consider for your next kitchen backsplash.
Can You Spot the TV?
August 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment
A big round of applause for the cleverly concealed TVs we had to squint to find
Sometimes a room design doesn’t seem to allow for a 60-inch television — maybe it disrupts the aesthetic flow and clean lines the designer worked so hard to achieve. Cue these now-you-see-me, now-you-don’t entertainment systems that blend in with their surroundings so well, they rival chameleons with their camouflage.
Long-Lasting Roofing Material Works With Many Styles
August 7, 2015 By Leave a Comment
With their durability and wide range of colors and molded shapes, concrete roof tiles are worth a look
Concrete tile roofs are masters of disguise. From an architectural standpoint, they can play many parts. Molded styles are made to mimic natural clay, slate and shake roofs. Concrete roof tiles are as well, which helps make this material one of the most universally popular roof selections around the world.
Cost of Land in the US in the Past 40 Years
August 5, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Have you ever wondered how much it would cost to buy an average piece of land in your state 40 years ago? Click on the map to find out.
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King County launches new data driven website
August 4, 2015 By Leave a Comment
A brand new website is available for King County data. Get your property tax information, local demographic information and more. Check it out.
How to Clean Your Fridge, Inside and Out
August 3, 2015 By Leave a Comment
Keep your refrigerator clean and fresh, while you gain storage space and and lose those ‘UFOs’
Until you find your kitchen invaded by a UFO (Unidentified Foul Odor), it’s easy to take a clean-smelling fridge for granted. But the perks of keeping one of the hardest-working home appliances in top shape go beyond eliminating unwanted “science projects” and unsavory smells.
“There are many reasons a refrigerator needs to be kept clean,” says Meg Roberts, president of housekeeping service Molly Maid. “A clean refrigerator can keep food fresh for a longer period of time. Due to the moisture in the fridge, cross contamination can easily occur, so it’s necessary to take precautions. Plus, a stuffed fridge means some items are hidden away, causing food to go to waste.”
Bottom line: A clean refrigerator not only looks and smells better, it will also function more efficiently and can ultimately save you money. Here’s how.