Did you buy a house only to realize that there is no bathtub? Are you tired of the high maintenance involved in cleaning and taking care of a permanent bathtub? Well, for those who just want to relieve themselves from stress and save money on […]
Author: Melanie Daniels
New Construction Methods Use Living Building Material
The world as we know it is rapidly declining and changing that is why with the rising environmental issues such as pollution, desertification, global warming, it is only natural that man will want a sustainable material. This article does cover one of these Sustainable materials […]
DIY Barndominium: A Classic Barn Conversion
Always dreamt of having a Barndominium, where your barn can be converted into your own functional space for your work or even an extra storage space. Well, you’ve just jumped on the right article. The Barndominium is a word merge of barn and condominium coined […]
How to make a ‘Home is Where the Heart is’ Wooden Sign
Vintage wood is ultra fashionable right now. It can be repurposed for just about anything but one great use is for creating signs. So how to make a “home is where the heart is” wooden sign is not only inexpensive and attractive, it is extremely […]
How to Distress Wood
Distressed wood can look fantastic in the home. Old barn wood as it is sometimes called, is usually salvaged from old buildings and has a natural aged weathered texture which looks characterful and interesting. However a genuinely aged piece of wood can be very expensive […]
Rustic Wall Art Decor Ideas
Introducing some rustic wall décor into your home gives your space a beautiful natural look that can feel very cozy and welcoming. So check out some natural elements such as wood and wrought iron and start decorating your living space to create a home loving […]
3 Things You Can Plant To Brighten Up Your Yard In Winter
Although many people believe that winter is a dreary time of year, it doesn’t have to be! There are many things you can do to brighten up your yard and make it more inviting. Here are three plants that will help get you started: 1. […]
Projects Using Wood Blocks for Crafts
Wood blocks are aesthetically very pleasing. You can buy them from craft supply shops and they feel pleasantly tactile in the hand. They also offer a range of possibilities for crafting and with such a pleasing and inexpensive base material, many of us buy them […]
How to Reduce Radon in the Home
Radon is a colorless, odourless radioactive gas formed by the decay of the small amounts of uranium which are naturally present in rocks and soil. And if this sounds alarming and dangerous, it is because it is! Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer […]
How to Build a DIY TV Stand
You can build a DIY TV Stand quite easily even if you have only basic woodworking skills. Doing this can be extremely worthwhile and enhance your living space. A TV stand can raise your TV to the optimum height for viewing. In addition it gives […]