Sophia Hughes

Plumber shares 4 ‘common kitchen ingredients’ to ‘dissolve’ blockages in drains instantly

Plumber shares 4 ‘common kitchen ingredients’ to ‘dissolve’ blockages in drains instantly

Blocked drains are what most homeowners dread, as it can result in further problems if the issue isn’t solved straight away. While turning to chemicals is always an option, Harry Knowles, plumbing coordinator at My Plumber, recommended “easy and natural products”. 1. Boiling water The plumber explained: “One of the simplest, yet often effective methods…

Read More
Luxury flooring trends have come a long way

Luxury flooring trends have come a long way

Flooring has come a long way from linoleum, invented by Frederick Walton in 1860, to colorful shag carpeting popular in the 1970s, to the upscale, high-end material used today. Tile, stone, marble, porcelain and vinyl bring luxury to homes in the real estate market. “We are definitely moving away from gray,” said Las Vegas-based designer…

Read More
Sweet Home gets a paint job

Sweet Home gets a paint job

Your browser does not support the audio element. Last weekend volunteers painted the old City Hall building and a downtown restaurant in Sweet Home, Oregon. The small town pitched the idea to Miller Paint Company as a way to revitalize the downtown and convince drive-through tourists to stop and spend money. Like many small towns…

Read More