It’s not uncommon for wood furniture to outlast its finish. Scratches, chips, and daily wear and tear can all compromise the look, despite the structure remaining solid. While replacing your wood furniture entirely is a guaranteed solution, it might not be in your budget to do so, or you may want to hang on to…

There is something about the crisp fall weather that makes us crave the spicy warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and ginger. Think of hot pumpkin spice lattes with whipped cream and a dusting of nutmeg, gingersnap cookies, and spiced nuts with a sweet hint of heat. In that tradition, we are kicking off the…

Do you want to stay warm and well fed all fall and winter long? With colder weather come some of our favorite comfort foods! Stock your kitchen cabinets and drawers with the hottest kitchen tools for the colder months, and let’s heat things up in the kitchen!   Waffle Iron: There is noting quite like…

If you're building a new home or completely renovating your kitchen, then you're in for a great time and world of possibilities. Making design choices can be tough, but luckily there's an entire community of designers, friends, and families that can provide helpful tips and recommendations. In terms of best overall layouts, you might consider…

As homeowners, we tend to focus on what’s inside, like beautiful kitchen cabinets, serene wall colors, and comfortable furnishings. But your home’s exterior is where you make your first impression. Sadly, most yards are ignored during the colder seasons. It’s time to change that, and give your yard the attention it deserves!   Whether you…

A beautiful, functional kitchen is more than just cabinets. Selecting the perfect countertop material is equally important, but it may be a difficult choice if you don’t do your homework first. Here is a handy guide to help make sense of it all before you buy!   Laminate If you are on a tight budget,…

When we invest in beautiful high-quality cabinets and/or countertops, the last thing we want to do is make a mistake while trying to help them maintain their luster. Typically, the higher quality the finish and material, the more neutral and simple you want the cleaning product and process to be. Although made with a durable…

Maybe you already make the effort to recycle the standard recyclables — cardboard, glass and plastic bottles, and aluminum cans. If you're hoping to kick your recycling up a notch, you've come to the right place. And why wouldn't we want to recycle more materials more often? When we recycle, we're turning waste into new products,…

Are you in a dinner rut? It happens to the best of us. You and your family get trapped in a comfortable routine, and pretty soon, you’re repeating the same five recipes every week. If you need to think outside of your culinary box, consider introducing game meats such as boar, elk and venison into…

The master bath is the perfect extension to the master bedroom. It’s the place to start your day, and unwind later in the evening. From those early Monday mornings getting ready at bathroom vanites, to those lazy Sunday nights soaking in a tub, the master bath becomes a source of balance and calm — when designed…