This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CanadianTire #QuakerState #CollectiveBias We have had some pretty epic road trips over the years! I think it all began as a child when my parents would take us on cross-country drives to visit family. I loved seeing theContinue Reading …
DIY Home Improvement Tips
August 15, 2017 by 7 Comments
Your home is your refuge from the world, the place where you relax with family and friends in comfort. This makes it an important haven from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and at the same time, a place you occasionally like to show off. Inevitably, of course, there are times when you takeContinue Reading …
Six Simple Ways to Make Your Bathroom a More Inviting Place
February 16, 2017 by 8 Comments
If, like me, you enjoy spending a bit of time pampering yourself your bathroom is no doubt an important room; for many people, it is somewhere they can go to enjoy some ‘me time’ and, as a result, this room is well worth investing in and spending a bit of time and money to improve.Continue Reading …
5 Ways an Attractive Privacy Fence Adds Value
February 8, 2017 by 1 Comment
There are many types of home improvements that can add value to one’s property. These improvements can run the gamut, from updating a kitchen with new cabinets to renovating an unused space – such as a basement – and turning it into an entertainment room or home gym. While there are numerous additions that addContinue Reading …
5 Tips to Designing the Perfect Shared Room for Your Kids
January 17, 2017 by 1 Comment
Sharing a room as children is often common when you live in a smaller home or have more siblings than rooms to go around. While sharing a room can sometimes lead to territorial squabbles, it can also be a great time for your children to bond as they grow up. For parents, designing a sharedContinue Reading …
DIY is Easy with American Standard’s Speed Connect Faucets (Giveaway CAN)
August 26, 2016 by 147 Comments
When it comes to home renos, I have lots of ideas but not a big budget. I am very fortunate that I come from a long line of handy people. DIYers who can fix and build pretty much anything they set their mind to. Myself, well I have talents but being ‘handy’ never was oneContinue Reading …
With A Little TLC, Your Fixer-Upper Can Become A Keeper
August 3, 2016 by 9 Comments
Owning your own home is something that allows a lot of freedom. When you rent, there is always something that causes you to worry. Will you have enough money to make this month’s rent? If something goes wrong in the house, do you call the landlord? If he or she blames you, will you getContinue Reading …
The Aftermath: Cleaning Up After Home Renovations and Accidents
July 15, 2016 by 2 Comments
[Image] Cleaning your home is not something many people enjoy doing at the best of times. But when something has gone wrong, or you have just undergone a major upgrade, it’s even worse. It’s difficult to know where to start. Water In The Basement Water intrusion in the basement is not uncommon, especially in olderContinue Reading …
