The new ColorReader EZ, a pocket-sized color identification and matching tool for DIY-ers, makes it a breeze to identify the colors of everyday objects or building materials (like tile or wallpaper) to inspire a paint color choice for your project. The EZ can be used to measure and match that perfect vibrant red from your favorite nailpolish color (for say […]
For homeowner Jaclyn Dryden, the magic of moulding involves her secret weapon: corner and plinth blocks. Using these decorative blocks enables Dryden and other DIYers to quickly surround interior doorways without the hassles of mitering corners. “Making miter cuts is intimidating to many people, myself included,” says Dryden, chief influencer with Hello Betty Company. “Whether you use rosettes, blocks, connectors […]
Exterior curb appeal elements can help get a home buyer in the front door. A new roof, decorative trim or a manicured lawn can do the trick. According to several experienced realtors, it’s just as important to continue that “curb appeal” experience once a potential seller walks through the front door. “As the saying goes, ‘you […]
PENSACOLA, FLA – Rhonda Nerenberg was fed up with her bathroom. An old, hardly-used bathtub took up half the space and she suffered with a tiny shower. After four years of frustration she went “all in” to design the master bathroom of her dreams. And, like many homeowners investing in bathroom renovations, she put her emphasis on her shower. “It […]
Lighting is the finishing touch to a room’s design. It is the element that changes the mood of the room and gives life to the space. There are many options for home lighting, and it can be intimidating to think about making the right decisions for each room. The American Lighting Association (ALA) can help with a listing of local […]
If you want a pro-quality paint job, you should work like the pros do. And professional painters know the importance of preparing a jobsite to avoid messes. Whereas a DIY’er might throw down a flimsy plastic sheet to protect the floor, a professional paint crew will make use of wall-to-wall floor coverings and masking products that take job protection to […]
Hands-down the most popular project among do-it-yourselfers, painting is a fundamental way to transform the look and feel of any room or object, indoors or out. With a little patience, diligent prep work, a coat of primer and the proper procedure, you can apply a new coat of paint with professional-looking results. Here’s a roundup of new painting equipment […]
