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Tips about Baby-Proofing Home

Thursday, May 28th, 2009
babyImage by SMN via Flickr

Having a new baby in the home means a lot of work. One of the most important aspects is to make sure your home is as baby-proofed as possible. This starts right from the crib, but is especially important when the baby starts to crawl and walk. There are many tips that you can follow that will help keep your home baby-proofed. (more…)

New Trends in Bathroom Decor

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
Bathroom of the FutureImage by Mr Noded via Flickr

Bathrooms have come a long way in terms of décor and style. Gone are the days when a bathroom cabinet was little more than a square box with a small cabinet used for storage, a predictable white sink and a small amount of counter space. Today’s bathroom décor offers variety, elegance and style.

Perhaps the most popular trend in bathroom options is the above-counter sink. Sometimes referred to as vessel sinks, these bowls sit atop or are only slightly recessed in the vanity. They provide a more contemporary look to your bathroom. Sinks can now be found in a multitude of materials, such as brass, glass and of course, ceramic. They’re beautiful alternatives to the traditional white recessed sinks. (more…)

Creating an Ecological Home

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
Energy saving light bulb glowing in the darkImage by ChiefBraun via Flickr

Making your home environmentally friendly can be a truly motivating process. Not only you will be helping to save the planet from pollution, but you’ll be also making savings for your budget by using less energy.

You might want to start by something extremely simple. Make it a house rule that everybody turns out all lights anytime they leave a room. You can also do something as simple as getting up earlier everyday – this will prevent using the artificial light and also save money and energy. (more…)

Refinishing wood flooring – things you should know before the dust starts flying!

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009
Finished wood floors in the living roomImage by Jeff the Trojan via Flickr

Refinishing hardwood floors in a home can be a dusty and tedious job, but the results are well worth it. And if you’re going to do it yourself, there some things that you should know before you start the process.

Proper equipment to be used during the process is very important for safety and of course, stunning results. Renting a sander for a couple of days from the local home improvement store should be the first step. Make sure to also invest in some good sturdy gloves and a dust mask for your face because as stated before, this type of home improvement can get dirty and dusty. (more…)