For anyone who plans to build a new house, home design software can seem like a dream come true. But with so many programs to choose among, how does the do-it-yourselfer decide? Start by answering these questions. 1. What Device Will You Be Using? Today the consumer is in the driver’s seat of availability, and …
Installing a sliding closet door is a great way to keep clothes and other cherished items in your closet safe, fresh, and clean. One of the best things about sliding closet doors is that they stay out of the way. By sliding back and forth rather than opening like a hinged door, sliding doors can …
Prepare for Vacation The Spruce / Meg MacDonald When you leave your home for extended periods during the winter, consider shutting off the water to your house and draining your plumbing system, so you won’t have to worry about freezing pipes or other plumbing failures while you’re gone. There are also a variety of freeze …
Control Ambient Light Ambient light is unwanted light. Ambient light means light from sources outside of the movie room, like light coming from windows, under and around doors, and from artificial light within the room. With most home remodeling, you’re always trying to add more natural light. Home movie rooms are spaces where you want …
Judging by the popular shows on DIY Network and HGTV, it takes approximately 24 minutes to renovate a house. Everyone knows this is not true, but this style of fast-shot remodeling presided over by glib hosts takes away from the core notion that home renovation is complex and difficult. Click Play to Learn How to Organize Your …