This post is sponsored by Groupon. All opinions are my own.There is something about the weather warming up that makes me want to get started on home improvement projects. While home improvement projects are a lot of fun, they can also be expensive. Luckily, there are some easy ways to save money on your projects. My husband and I are about to start a couple of home improvement projects around our home. In order to help us stay on budget and keep our wallets happy we are going to utilize … [Read more...]
Update Your Kitchen One Piece at a Time
Disclosure: I received products for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.When we moved to Kansas City and purchased our house, it was a foreclosure. That was the only way we could afford such a big house that backs onto a little lake. Without the lake this house would have been a no-go for me because I don't love the floor plan, the kitchen was missing appliances and the ones it did have were out-dated and some were in rough shape.When we first moved … [Read more...]
The Home-improvement Kit: 3 Essential Elements that will Keep you Safe and on Course
Back in 2001, an article in the Telegraph suggested that the influx of DIY television shows had led to an increase in the rate of accidents within the home. Given the rise of reality television and the fact that this type of program is ow more commonplace than ever, it should therefore come as no surprise that the number of DIY-related accidents had risen even further by the end of 2012. Such statistics put s negative slant on DIY, however, despite the fact that remains one of the most popular … [Read more...]
Renovating the Home: 3 Tips for Maintaining Cost and Quality
Consumer spending trends continue to change with the times, both in the UK and across the Atlantic in America. The primary reason behind this is that consumer values and their priorities also evolve over time, while the prevailing economic climate also plays a significant role. Despite this, however, there are some trends that remain the same, with the attitude to spending on home-improvement and renovation projects a prominent example. In fact, home-owners are particularly likely to spend on … [Read more...]
Adding the Finishing Touches to your Home-improvement Project
The home-improvement show is currently doing the rounds throughout the UK, bringing inspiration and joy to numerous households. It is a celebration of the very latest design trends and philosophies to influence the UK, and it has been a staple feature of the British property market for decades. The show is particularly useful for individuals who are looking to add the finishing touches to their home-improvement project, which can be invaluable when you consider that this is often the most … [Read more...]