Lifestyle & Trends - Home Improvement

2012 homes will mix old and new designs under one (smaller) roof

Current home decorating is not about flashy, over-the-top design; rather, it's about decorating for real life - a home that's smaller, more well-equipped and custom-made for its owners' lifestyles. Read More

The No. 1 countertop secret for 2012

Everyone loves granite for kitchen and bath countertops, but many homeowners find this option for adding value to their home, too pricey. So if you are looking for the beauty of granite without the price tag, consider paint. Read More

How to extend the life of your heating system

Just as regular tune-ups may extend the life of your car, performing routine maintenance to your home's heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system may extend the life of your HVAC equipment. While there are some tasks homeowners can handle on their own, many HVAC projects require a professional contractor. Read More

Simplify and organize: the hottest trends in home improvement

With the economy remaining uncertain, homeowners are tending to stay in place and upgrade their homes, rather than move up to something newer or larger. Just as economic conditions evolve, however, so does this housing trend. Simplifying and gaining control are now the hot incarnations of the "staying put" trend. Read More

Take steps now to keep indoor air clean throughout winter

When the winter winds start to howl, it's a natural response to want to close your home up tightly. To stay warm and avoid wasting energy, you close the windows - or even seal them with window film -- find ways to stop air from leaking in through cracks and under doors, and then put your heating system to work. But when those instincts kick in, remember that what you're doing is sealing air inside your home. Read More

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