A DIY blunder costs more than a logistical headache. Putting on your DIY hat is arguably one of the best ways to reduce labor costs, sometimes saving you thousands of dollars on a single project. The tradeoff, of course, is…
You catch more flies with honey. The grass is always greener on the other side. Home renovations often take longer than expected. Another issue is dry rot, whose telltale signs can be a soft floor, water stains and musty odors.
You probably don’t need a report to convince you that the home remodeling process is stressful. All you have to do is turn on HGTV and watch couples and contractors fight over … well, everything. Rather than simply smooth out the…
A smarter, more connected house is no longer the stuff of science fiction. The app quite literally connects your whole home, working across lawn sprinklers, indoor outlets, thermostats, and even Christmas trees. It even boasts a “Vacation Mode,” which simulates…
Home improvement projects are exciting until the bills start coming in. A new kitchen, an updated bathroom or a finally-finished basement can transform how you live in your home, but they can also drain a savings account or send you…
(StatePoint) The next painting project may not be another four walls. From colorful trim to bold built-ins and overlooked spaces, homeowners are finding more ways to use paint to personalize their homes. The 2027 FrogTape Paint Project Index examines what homeowners…
Design students at KCAD partner with Disability Advocates of Kent County to create hands-on, accessible kitchen displays that challenge industry standards and expectations. James Fischer remembers when his understanding of accessible design clicked. He was pushing a wheelchair through a…
Lindsey joined the NHPA staff in 2021 as an associate editor and has served as senior editor and now managing editor. A native of Ohio, Lindsey earned a B.S. in journalism and minors in business and sociology from Ohio University. She loves…
For a few years, DIY projects were all the rage. Everyone was doing everything themselves, from making their own clothes and accessories to doing their own home improvement projects. People were getting really creative with their projects, and it resulted…
A tiny home has become a big opportunity for students at Drake State Community and Technical College, giving them hands-on construction experience while creating a new educational resource for North Alabama. Drake State, the North Alabama Homebuilding Academy (NAHA) and…
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