Articles in home tips

7 Ways to Help Your Family Adjust to a New City

April 17, 2014

Uprooting yourself from a familiar place you call home can prove to be a tough task. It takes careful planning, the support of your friends and family, and a period of adjustment to your new locale like Houston. However, if you do intend on moving, following a few simple guidelines can help make your family’s transition easier and more comfortable. Read More »

Styling Without Tiling

January 17, 2014

When the time comes to renovate your bathroom or kitchen floor, walls, or countertops, you may feel obligated to the old timeless standby: ceramic tiles. It’s the golden age of DIY: even when your pockets are empty, your floors and countertops can still look like a million bucks. Read More »

Set the Scene for a Stress-Free Holiday Visit

December 13, 2013

The holiday season is approaching, and your house is likely to swell with guests. While all that shared eggnog may lead to many happy memories, having guests (or being one) isn’t necessarily an entirely blissful experience. Here’s how you can design a space that keeps guests and the host equally happy. Read More »

The 12 Rules of Raking

November 4, 2013

Raking leaves might seem daunting, but you can avoid blisters, wind interference, and more with these 12 tips. From which kind of rake to buy to how to maximize the distribution of nutrients from the leaves to your lawn, this list will help answer everything. Fall maintenance will be a breeze this year! Read More »

4 Tips for Finishing an Attic

October 30, 2013

So you want to finish your attic. But have you considered building codes, ceiling height, and other important factors? Read these quick tips for finishing an attic properly in your home. Read More »

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