Archive for the 'home-improvement' category

When people think about the “green” associated with home values, it is usually what’s found in your bank account. But there’s another green that looms large when deciding to buy, sell or improve your...

While it’s challenging to be socially disconnected during COVID-19 times, it’s a great opportunity to get a head start on spring cleaning. This time of year usually brings out the "nesting" instinct...

The modern kitchen is no longer “just” a kitchen. It’s a place for conversation, lounging, doing homework, watching TV and sometimes even preparing food! This truly multi-purpose room has become the...

Is your home suffering from the effects of a semi-arid climate? Are you afraid of turning on a light switch after walking across the carpeting? Is the piano needing more than once a year tuning? And...

Whether you are looking at something as simple as de-cluttering your home, or are about to embark on a full-blown kitchen remodel, it's good to know the basics of home improvement in Denver.

Photo courtesy of Residential Systems Inc./Lutron When I was growing up, the definition of window treatments was one five letter word -- shade. Our windows were festooned with the old fashioned,...

In case you haven't noticed, winter arrived early this year.  Although it's technically still fall, the snow cover clearly indicates otherwise. It's time to start steeling yourself for colder...

DIY home security systems have become a popular way to avoid paying for expensive alarm equipment and pricey long-term monitoring plans from traditional, full-service home security providers. Having...

  If you’re a homeowner, it’s most likely your “castle” is your biggest investment. Whether you’ve been in your home less than a year or are going on 20 years in residence, it’s important to maintain...

Whether you’ve just moved to a new place or have called the same address home for a decade, many of us want our homes to look up to date. Splurging on too-trendy pieces that are difficult to change...