Summer is the perfect time for homeowners to address various repairs and maintenance tasks around the house. With longer days and generally favorable weather, it’s easier to get work done efficiently and enjoy the results. Here are the top five home repairs to consider during the summer months. 1. Roof inspection and repair The warm,…
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When it comes to selling your house, there’s no denying the importance of making a good first impression. That starts with your home’s interior and exterior paint, from the colors to the quality to the finishes. We asked top realtors and home stagers across the country for their best advice on how to maximize home…
A painting of a bygone Horn Head homestead has returned to Donegal, thanks to the power of the internet and a kind-hearted woman. The journey began in London with Emma Gilheany, who felt a connection to the painting of an Irish cottage in a charity shop. As her own family hailed from Dundalk, the image…
A front door color can make or break your home’s curb appeal. The perfect shade and finish are more than just eye candy; they set the tone for your entire home. “I work a lot in the city with rowhouses, and you’re either working with brick or painted brick,” D.C. designer Christopher Boutlier said. “Black…
NEW YORK — What does “home” mean? Different things to all of us, of course. A place of love, for some. One fraught with trouble, for others. An elusive concept for too many. “Home isn’t always a place of comfort. Nor is it always a location, or a place. Home can be a state of…
Photo: Debbie Wolfe Photo: Debbie Wolfe We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Paint prep is a necessary but sometimes tedious step, and some types of paint prep are easier than others. On a piece of furniture with only a few isolated peeling…
A York artist who started painting in her 60s is hosting an exhibition. Before becoming an artist, Carol Douglas worked in a variety of jobs, including as a nursery teacher. She spent six years in Bangkok in her 50s and was inspired by meeting artists in Bali, Japan and Borneo. In her late 60s, Carol decided to enrol on an…
My wife and I are about to embark on the biggest home improvement project of the summer, painting our house. You see this has been something we have tossed around for the last 5-6 years; however, we have never followed through with the plan. Actually Iâm not sure if we really have ever got as…
