insert_link Home Improvement Interior Design… in Space? When it comes to building the interior of a spacecraft, engineers often prioritize function over aesthetics, focusing on materials and hardware that are both safe and effective for executing the vehicle’s intended mission. Up until now, astronauts have mostly experienced short trips to space, usually lasting less than a year. Because of this, spacecraft interiors have revolved around optimizing volume and less on giving people peace of mind. But some […] todayFebruary 6, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Winter Car Safety Most of us don’t have the luxury of staying home during extended extreme cold conditions, so knowing the keys to Car Safety this Winter could very well save your life. Don't Warm Up Your Car While It's Unattended Although letting your car heat up before you hop in can be tempting, leaving your car running when you're not around offers the perfect opportunity for thieves to steal it. Instead, have […] todayFebruary 5, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Keep Warm the Smart Way People across the United States have been facing more extreme cold conditions than ever before. Here are some great ways to keep your home warm without risking your health and safety. Space Heaters and Heating Systems - Space heaters are a great way to add extra heat to colder rooms, but always remember to keep anything flammable at least three feet away from the heater at all times. Flammable […] todayFebruary 4, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement A Cactus Chorus Cacti aren't limited to the desert anymore. The prickly plant and its cohort, the succulent, are the latest home decor trend and the new darlings of homes thanks to their low maintenance and fighting spirit. Last year’s houseplant craze revealed a lot of black thumbs, Brown said, “Now people are looking for plants they can keep alive. … They are learning about plants that are survivalists.” Look for succulents with […] todayJanuary 31, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Let Social Media Help with Home Design Want to redecorate but don't know where to turn? How about searching Pinterest or Houzz for your home redesign inspiration? Hey, maybe it's not as sexy as a crystal ball but it's definitely more reliable. If you haven't checked lately, Pinterest offers more than 18 billion images of home design alone. The social bookmarking site spots rising trends by tracking the ebb and flow of the most popular photos and […] todayJanuary 30, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Pantone’s Color of the Year! Every year since 2000, the Pantone Color Institute has unveiled a hue that tries to capture the collective mood of the country, influencing what consumers will soon see in home decor, fashion and beauty and product design. According to the Color Institute, Living Coral “emits the desired, familiar, and energizing aspects of color found in nature.” In an ironic twist, Pantone's nature-inspired color was announced on the same day of […] todayJanuary 29, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Your January Home Maintenance Checklist With the busy holiday season behind us and the arrival of January’s short days and cold weather, it’s no wonder some of us just want to spend more time in the sanctuary of our homes. So after your new year’s resolutions have been made and your holiday decorations have been packed away, put that nesting instinct to work to get your house in order with these home maintenance tips. […] todayJanuary 28, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement January DIY Projects for Your Kitchen or Bath Is your grout gunky with unsightly mildew? Is your sink hopelessly outdated? Are you over the pale green paint you put on the walls three years ago? Bathrooms and Kitchens make great winter projects because once they’re done, you can appreciate your handiwork every single day. And, there are plenty of ways to do it within a modest budget. Upgrading Countertops Countertops can be a tell-tale sign of a […] todayJanuary 25, 2019
insert_link Home Improvement Winter DIY Project: Add Insulation If you’re like most people, you’ve been spending a lot of time indoors lately. Unfortunately, there are several more months of winter to get through before we start seeing signs of spring. Before you throw your hands up in despair, why not break the monotony by working on your house? Okay, so adding insulation doesn’t exactly make your heart pound with excitement. But it will lower your utility bills, and […] todayJanuary 24, 2019
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