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Improving the Interior and Exterior of Your Home

Hey! My name is Louise and I would like to offer you advice about how you can improve the interior and exterior of your home. A home is a big investment. If you are going to make such a commitment, you will want your home to look its best. When I moved into my first home, I didn't have a clue what I was doing. Thankfully, my parents came to visit me and explained about the changes I could make to improve the place. I learn a lot from my folks and I decided to start this blog to help others who don't have the same luck I did.

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How To Refinish An Old Wooden Staircase Balustrade

Posted on December 5, 2015

A wooden staircase balustrade can add a nice traditional touch to your home décor scheme, but time and use can result in damage and wear, leaving the wood looking tired and tatty.  However, with a little DIY know-how and effort, you can revitalise and refinish your old wooden staircase balustrade.  Read on to find out how to do it. What you'll need If you don't already have these items in your workshop, they can all be obtained from good DIY stores. [Read More]

Organising your built-in wardrobe to make it look tidier and larger

Posted on November 28, 2015

Built-in wardrobes are excellent options for those who have a lot of clothes, but without the space in their homes to build a walk in closet. A built-in wardrobe has the same function as a walk in closet, as it is its own structure rather than just a standalone closet. However, as you do have more space than an ordinary standalone closet, it's easy to make it look messy by not sorting it properly. [Read More]

The Pros and Cons of Having Native Plants in Your Front Yard

Posted on November 13, 2015

Many homeowners may find it difficult to choose between native plants and non-native plants when they wish to establish a green landscape. This difficulty may be due to a lack of sufficient information on the pros and cons of the two options. Read on and discover some of the reasons why you should plant native species in your yard. You will also learn some of the disadvantages of native plants. [Read More]

Air Conditioning Repairs | 4 Step-By-Step Lessons To Clean Air Conditioning Filters

Posted on October 30, 2015

Cleaning your cooling unit's filters is an important strategy to enhance its efficiency and longevity. Filters can get dirty over prolonged use thanks to the accumulation of allergens, dust and grime. Dirty filters force the air conditioning unit to work harder to stay cool. The increased stress will end up skyrocketing your energy bills, so don't ignore periodic filter cleaning. These cleaning strategies will ensure that your cooling unit can avoid air conditioning repairs because of poorly performing filters. [Read More]