Uses for SpongesBesides cleaning you can use sponges in a variety of ways for crafting, water thirsty plants, for dispersing fabric softener, reducing moisture for different kinds of storage, quick knee pads and much more. This page is about uses for sponges.
DIY Dollar Store Placemat BacksplashAn inexpensive way you can create a new backsplash for your kitchen is by using cheap placemats. This page contains the steps for a DIY dollar store placemat backsplash.
Birdseed to Prevent Slipping on IceBirdseed is a green alternative to salting your stairs and walkways to prevent slipping on ice. This is a page about using bird seed to prevent slipping on ice.
Using Solar Lights For Indoor LightingUsing hanging solar lights and sun light through your windows, you can save electricity and keep your home lit all evening long. This is a page about using solar lights for indoor lighting.
New Life for an Old CabinetUsing your imagination, some paint and doilies, you can turn an old end table or small cabinet into a cute decorative piece. This is a page about a new life for an old cabinet.
Closet Rod for Hanging a Blanket to Keep the Cold OutIn older homes there is often less insulation than in more recently constructed ones. Windows and doors can be points of entry for cold air, lowing the inside temperature. Try this frugal tip using a closet rod for hanging a blanket to keep the cold out.
Use Shower Curtains for DrapesDecorative shower curtains can often be purchased much more cheaply than drapes. This choice for window coverings allows you to change your "drapes" more frequently. This is a page about using shower curtains for drapes.
Sliding Glass Door Safety TipsSliding glass doors can be a safety hazard. One way to keep someone from walking into the closed door is to add decals or other decorations. This page contains sliding glass door safety tips.
Choosing a Hardwood Floor Color?Choosing the best color for you hardwood floor can be daunting. Dark colors tend to show dirt and dust more so than lighter ones. Similarly, if the floor is exposed to a lot of sunlight and rugs are used, darker colors will show more fading. This is a page about choosing a hardwood flooring color.
Painting Drawer PullsThis is a page about painting drawer pulls. Spruce up your drawers by painting the drawer pulls a different color or adding a design to them. Here are some tips for painting drawer pulls.
Paint Color to Coordinate with Red and Black FurnitureChoosing a wall paint color to coordinate with your furnishings is important to the overall appearance of the room. This is a page about choosing a paint color to coordinate red and black furniture.
Japanese Themed Bedroom IdeasThis page contains Japanese themed bedroom ideas. From color schemes to decoration ideas, you can find plenty of ideas to start decorating your Japanese themed bedroom here.
Decorating Apartment Walls Without PaintingIf you are renting, it can be challenging to put your own personality on the blank walls without forfeiting your damage deposit. This is a page about decorating apartment walls without painting.
Refinishing an Old RefrigeratorThis is a page about refinishing an old refrigerator. There are numerous ways to make an old fridge look good again. You can wallpaper it with a fun design or just painting it a new color.
Insulating Your Hot Water HeaterWhen you add an insulating blanket to your water heater, you can save energy and money on your electricity or natural gas. This is a page about insulating your hot water heater.
Discontinued John Wilman Wallpaper?Trying to find discontinued wallpaper for an unfinished project or for making repairs can be time consuming. This is a page about looking for discontinued John Wilman wallpaper.
Condensation on WindowsMoist air in a home can cause condensation to form on the inside surface of windows when the air is colder outside than in. A dehumidifier can help reduce the excess moisture and reduce or eliminate the problem.
Salvaging Over Sanded Furniture?Over sanding when refinishing furniture typically results in low spots or divots where you tried to remove a stain or other imperfection. The resulting damage can be lessened. However, sometimes differences in wood color and texture on a piece of furniture may be due to the use of multiple types of wood. This is a page about salvaging over sanded furniture.
Adding Color to a Kitchen?Kitchens are often white or or otherwise monochromatic. There are ways to add color to your kitchen without making it into a big painting project. Painted accent areas, new towels, rugs, curtains, live plants, and other decorative touches can help a lot. This is a page about adding color to a kitchen.
Displaying Knick KnacksMany of us collect a variety of knick knacks. Depending on their type and size and the possible areas where you might display them there are a lot of possibilities for showcasing your collections. This is a page about displaying knick knacks.
Wiring a Two Pole Breaker For a GeneratorAdding a generator to a breaker panel, can be done by the homeowner if they feel comfortable doing this type of job. Read the tips and how to advice in this page. Still unsure, call an electrician, some home improvement and repair projects are best handled by the professionals.
How to Stain a Child's Play Set?After a couple years use, it may be prudent to retain your children play set. This is a page about staining a child's play set.
Changing the Color of Horizontal Blinds?If you don't like the color of your horizontal blinds, it may be possible to paint them a different color. This is a page about changing the color of horizontal blinds.
Prevent Rust on Toilet Seat ScrewsToilet seat screws can easily become rusted and difficult to remove. This is a page about prevent rust on toilet seat screws.
Lightening the Look of Dark Wooden CabinetsDark cabinets can make the whole room seem too dark. Depending on whether you own the home or rent there are some fun ideas in this page for lightening the look of dark wooden cabinets.
Using a Hammer Claw to Remove NailsHammers usually have a claw on the other side to be used for pulling nails out. This is a page about using a hammer claw to remove nails.
Extending the Life of Your DryerThe lint catcher screen can become blocked with fabric softener and not allow the air to flow freely. Cleaning this buildup regularly can help keep your dryer working properly. This is a page about extending the life of your dryer.
Paint Color Advice for Bathroom with Blue Fixtures?Colored bathroom fixtures can limit or inspire your choice of wall paint color options. This is a page about paint color advice for a bathroom with blue fixtures.
Decorating with QuiltsFaux and mass produced quilts provide an inexpensive way to decorate your home. If you are lucky enough to have made or inherited actual pieced quilts all the better. This is a page about decorating with quilts.
Wallpaper Color Advice?This page contains wallpaper color advice. If you are looking to add wallpaper to a room, it can be hard to decide on the color and pattern. If you are looking for wallpaper color advice, this is a great place to get other people's feedback.
Renovating a Small Kitchen?Having a tiny kitchen can pose many challenges when updating the space. This is a page about renovating a small kitchen.
Removing a Broken WindowThis is a page about removing a broken window. Placing tape onto the glass before removing it helps prevent the glass from shattering as much. You should be left with larger pieces of glass that you can remove while wearing gloves.
Making a Pot RackThis is a page about making a pot rack. The possibilities are endless when it comes to making your own pot rack. You can use endless materials, customizing it for your needs and decorative style.
Painting One Wall a Different ColorAccent walls of a contrasting color are very popular for a modern decorating style. This is a page about painting one wall a different color.
Curtain Color Advice for Dark Brown Furniture?It can be challenging to decide what color curtains to get to go with your living room furniture. This page contains curtain color advice for dark brown furniture.
Uses for Liquid PaperThis page contains uses for Liquid Paper. Liquid Paper is a correction fluid, used to cover up mistakes on paper. One good alternative use for it is to touch up white paint. Do you have any good uses for it that others may not have thought of?
Frugal Kitchen Window Covering IdeasWindow coverings can be purchased or made for a range of costs. Choosing a frugal solution to this decorating and privacy task can be done less expensively if you think outside the box, using repurposed items. This is a page about frugal kitchen window covering ideas.
Cover Sliding Glass Doors to Keep Your Home CoolWindows and large sliding glass doors allow the heat from outside to warm up the interior of your home. You will be amazed that how much cooler it will be inside if you cover the glass. There are products made for this purpose or you can improvise and use black plastic trash bags. This is a page about cover sliding doors to keep your home cool.
Maintaining Your Air ConditionerPerform regular maintenance and cleaning on your air conditioner to ensure it is working when you need it. This is a page about maintaining your air conditioner.
How to Make an Outside Faucet Cover for Freezing WeatherWhen you are expecting cold weather, you want insulate any outside water faucet. You can fashion your own cover by reusing a plastic bottle and styrofoam cups. This is a page about how to make an outside faucet cover for freezing weather.
How to Keep a Shower Curtain from BillowingMany of us have had this problem especially if you don't have a cast iron tub and a magnetic curtain. One solution would be to weigh the bottom down with something sewn into a new hem.
Modernizing a Brick Fireplace?Depending on whether you use a fireplace or not, you can do cosmetic changes to help take eyes away from the expanse of brick. This is a page about modernizing a brick fireplace.
Installing Sand for a Pool BaseThis is a page about installing sand for a pool base. Putting down a good sand base for your pool will help prevent punctures to the liner from sharp rocks. It also makes for a smooth pool bottom.
Heating Your Home With a Corn FurnaceBurning shelled corn in a proper furnace can save you money. This is field corn with a low moisture content and usually used to feed livestock. This is a page about heating your home with a corn furnace.
Storing Your Paint Brush Between PaintingWhen you are involved in a painting project, you may need to take a break. It's important to store the paint filled brush properly so that you can come back to painting later. This is a page about storing your paint brush between painting.
Mysterious Wet Spot at Foot of Bed?You must determine the source of the moisture. It could be an animal relieving itself, or a leak in the wall or ceiling. This is a page about mysterious wet spot at foot of bed.
How to Remove a White Mark on a Vinyl Floor?This is a page about removing a white mark on vinyl floor. Here are a few suggestions to try, for removing white marks on vinyl flooring. You want to avoid damaging the finish in the process, so be sure to test anything you try in a small area first.
Furnace Blowing Cold Air?It may be time to call a repairman when your furnace is not warming up. This is a page about furnace blowing cold air.
Calculating the Amount of Paint Needed to a Paint a HouseThis is a page about calculating the amount of paint needed to a paint a house. To determine the amount of paint needed to paint your house you will need to measure the exterior perimeter dimension and multiply that times the average wall height to find the surface area. Paint cans typically indicate the coverage.
Painting a Ceiling Fan?This is a page about painting a ceiling fan. An older ceiling fan can be dressed up with a paint job. You may want to simply paint the blades. But even if you paint the entire fan, proper preparation and paint choice will determine the outcome.
Painting Trim Different Colors?This is a page about painting trim different colors. The paint colors used for the trim inside your home is a personal choice. You can paint it all white as some homeowners do or you may choose to paint each room with a coordinating or contrasting color for a unique look.
Shelf Liner for Securing Throw RugsThis is a page about using shelf liner for securing throw rugs. Foam shelf liner can be used to keep rugs from slipping on hard floors.
Grocery Bags vs. Garbage Bags?Using plastic grocery bags as trash liners can be cost effective but do they work as well? This is a page about grocery bags vs. garbage bags.
Curtain Valance Color Advice?This is a page about curtain valance color advice. Valances can be hung alone or above curtains. Choosing a color that completes your room is fun even if a bit bewildering at times.
Paint Color to Coordinate With Beige SofasIf you have light colored tan or beige furniture, you might be struggling to decide what paint color to use. This page has advice for paint color for beige sofas.
Paint Color Ideas to Brighten KitchenKitchens can often be small and dreary. An easy way to brighten the space up is by using colorful paint. This page contains paint color ideas to brighten kitchen.
Using Fabric Paint for Slip-ProofingThis is a page about using fabric paint for slip-proofing. Applying dabs of fabric paint to the bottom of certain objects such as desktop pencil holders with keep them from slipping.
Use an Egg Carton for Painting Bolts and ScrewsThis is a page about using an egg carton for painting bolts and screws. If you have reason to paint bolts or screws, pushing them through a paper egg crate makes spray painting them much easier.
Accessory Color Advice for Bathroom?This is a page about accessory color advice for a bathroom. Choosing the best coordinating or complementary colors for your bathroom accessories is fun, if a bit confusing sometimes.
Paint Color Advice for Bathroom with Off White Tile?This is a page about paint color advice for bathroom with off white tile. Choosing a paint color for a bathroom with off white tile is still dependent on considerations such as your color preferences, size of the room, and fixture color.
Gardus Inc. Sooteater Rotary Chimney Cleaning System ReviewsCleaning your chimney is important to do on a regular basis for safety and health concerns. This page contains Gardus Inc. Sooteater rotary chimney cleaning system reviews.
Window Treatment for Sliding Doors?Find an attractive and convenient way to block light and view through your sliding glass doors. This is a page about window treatment for sliding doors.
Decorating Shower Curtain RingsTake plain shower curtain rings and add embellishments to match your decor. This is a page about decorating shower curtain rings.
Color Scheme for Master Bedroom and Bath?If you have a master bedroom with an attached bath, you will want to make sure the decorating goes together well. This is a page about color scheme for master bedroom and bath.
Finding Help to Make a Bathroom Conversion for the Elderly?This is a page about finding help to make a bathroom conversion for the elderly. Doing home modifications can help seniors stay independent longer, but it can also be expensive. Here are some tips for locating local organizations that can do low-cost repairs and projects for seniors.
Decorating With Thrift Store FindsYou can find great deals on decorator pieces for a small price tag at your local thrift store. This is a page about decorating with thrift store finds.
Adding Scent to a Tabletop FountainUse your peaceful water fountain to add a calming scent to the air. This is a page about adding scent to a tabletop fountain.
Faux Stucco WallsImitate the Old World look of beautiful stucco walls with tissue paper. This is a page about making faux stucco walls.
Exterior Paint Color to Coordinate with Maroon Iron Roof?Roof color can benefit from being coordinated with the house paint. This page contains suggestions for exterior paint color to coordinate with maroon iron roof.
Paint Color to Coordinate with Butterscotch Colored Furniture?If you have a tan, dark yellow or butterscotch furniture, it can be difficult to find a complementary color for the paint. This is a page about paint color to coordinate with butterscotch colored furniture.
Fixing a Door that Won't Stay OpenIf you have a door that closes and you would rather it stay open, that can be annoying and something that needs to be fixed. Fixing a door that won't stay open is pretty easy and can be done in just a few steps.
How to Get Free Building Materials From Building SitesBuilding and demolition sites are good candidates for finding free materials. Be sure to check with the contractor or site manager before removing anything. Usually they are happy to let you have what you need. This is a page about how to get free building materials from building sites.
Comparing On-line to In-store Paint Color Chips?This is a page about comparing on-line to in-store paint color chips. If you have compared store swatches to ones on the computer, you know that they rarely look the same. Because monitor settings can vary quite a bit, it is best to use the swatches from the store to ensure you get the color you want.
Painting Particle BoardThis is a page about painting particle board. Prepping the wood and using the right paint will ensure a nice, long lasting finish. Here are some great tips for painting particle board.
Painting Press Board FurnitureThis is a page about painting press board furniture. Prepping the furniture with a light sanding to remove any glossy finish, followed by a good primer, and finished with enamel paint seems to be the key to a good finish.
Kitchen Colors to Complement a Honey Gold Living RoomIn many homes and apartments the kitchen is near or actually opens into the living room. With such a layout it is nice to choose kitchen colors that complement those of the living room space. This is a page about kitchen colors to complement a honey gold living room.
Bathroom Paint Color to Coordinate With Beige Tile?This is a page about bathroom paint color to coordinate with beige tile. If you trying to choose a paint to go with beige tile, here are some suggestions to consider.
Can You Stucco Over Paint?Stucco is typically an exterior home treatment that is applied over chicken wire that is affixed to the walls by tradespersons skilled in this process. The surface is actually the wire base. This is a page about, "Can you stucco over paint?".
Finishing Raw Carpet EdgesCarpet remnants can be used to make throw rugs. Finishing the edges can be done at a carpet shop or you can try some of the suggestions in this page to do it yourself. This is a page about finishing raw carpet edges.
Painting StairsIt can be inconvenient to paint a set of stairs completely as they are often needed before the paint is dry. This page contains some tips for painting one side or even one step at a time. This is a page about painting stairs.
Installing Ceramic Floor TileLaying a tile floor requires a fair amount of preparation and a good understanding of tile layout. With the proper prep it is a DIY project that many homeowners can do satisfactorily. This is a page about installing ceramic floor tile.
Uses for Sewing NeedlesOne idea for using sewing needles in another way is for hanging lighter weight pictures on walls where nails are not allowed, such as in an apartment. This is a page about uses for sewing needles.
Removing Nails From DrywallThis is a page about removing nails from drywall. Here is a tip for removing nails, without denting the drywall.
Benefits of Getting a New FurnaceThere can be a real benefit to replacing an old less efficient furnace with a new one. Make sure you do your research before making a decision. This is a page about the benefits of getting a new furnace.
Dyeing Sheer Curtains a Different ColorSheer curtains are often made from polyester fabric which is unfortunately not the best type of fabric for dyeing. Do some research to see if there is a specialty dye that would work. This is a page about dyeing sheer curtains a different color.
Insulating Hideaway StairsAny uninsulated area in your attic can reduce the effectiveness of the overall home insulation. Pull down attic stairs if left uninsulated can allow heat from you home's living space to escape. This is a page about insulating hideaway stairs
Using an Above Ground Swimming Pool Without Chemicals?This is a page about using an above ground swimming pool. Many people set up above ground pools for the summer. Using the appropriate chemicals to treat the water helps prevent people from getting sick and keeps the water clear. Here is some information about how to safely use an above ground pool.
Uses for Fingernail ClippersIf you have used a butter knife for a screwdriver, then this idea is for you. Nail clippers can do some quick double duty as well to remove staples, for example. This is a page about uses for fingernail clippers.
Paint Color IdeasChoosing the best paint color for the interior walls of your home is dependent on your furnishings and preferences. There are tools online for testing the color prior to buying, this can help. Also talk to an expert at your home improvement store about the potential issues with some colors, especially darker ones with regards to application. This is a page about paint color ideas.
Picking Colors When DecoratingIf you do some research you will find numerous suggestions for how to pick colors when decorating. All will ultimately take into consideration the color of existing furnishings, drapes, carpets, and walls. Then the new wall or furniture colors, etc. can be chosen to complement or contrast based on your desired color scheme. This is a page about picking colors when decorating.
Preparing Your Home for Elderly GuestsIf you are expecting elderly guests, there are some steps you can take to make their visit safer and thus more enjoyable. This is a page about preparing your home for elderly guests.
Homemade Pool Stabilizer?Some common household chemicals can be used for pool maintenance. Be sure to do your testing and add the proper amounts to keep your water safe. This is a page about homemade pool stabilizer.
Getting Throw Rugs to Lie Flat?Throw rugs are notorious for curling up at the corners. This page offers several solutions to this annoying problem. This is a page about getting throw rugs to lie flat.
Paint Colors to Coordinate with a Blue/Gray Couch?Choosing paint colors that coordinate with your couch, helps bring the color scheme of your room together. This is a page about choosing paint colors to coordinate with a blue/gray couch.
Installing Brown Paper Bag FlooringThis is a page about brown paper bag flooring. Floor coverings isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you see brown paper bags. Torn pieces of brown paper bags adhered to the floor and sealed with polyurethane actually makes for an interesting and unique flooring option. Here is some information to get started.
Painting Over Glossy Trim Paint?A light sanding is a good way to help ensure that paint sticks to a glossy painted surface. This is a page about painting over glossy trim paint.
Formby's Furniture Refinisher Left Wood Table Sticky?Formby's is formulated to dissolve old varnish, lacquer, and shellac. If your piece is sticky after using the refinisher, a call to the company may be the best way to fix the problem.
Use a Pool Noodle and Socks to Make a Draft StopperThis is a page about using a pool noodle and socks to make a draft stopper. Make one of these quick and easy draft stopper to a fix drafty door in your home.
Using Placemats to Protect a NightstandThis is a page about using placemats to protect a nightstand. Protect your nightstand from accidental spills or scratches by using a placemat. It is an easy and decorative way to avoid damaging your furniture.
Bathroom Curtain Color Advice?This page contains bathroom curtain color advice. Shower curtains can be the focal point in the room or just an accent. If you are looking for advice about what color shower curtain to buy, here is some advice that might be helpful.
Assistance for Building a Wheelchair Ramp for Low Income Homeowner?This is a page about getting assistance for building a wheelchair ramp for low income homeowner. If you or a loved one are low income and in need of a wheelchair ramp, here are some places to contact for assistance.
Can Vegetable Oil Be Used to Restore a Wood Table?This is a page about vegetable oil to restore a wooden table. While it may seem like any type of oil could be used to restore wood furniture, that is not entirely true. Vegetable oil can go rancid over time, causing an unpleasant odor, in addition to creating a sticky finish on your furniture. Mineral oil and baby oil are better suggestions, if you don't want to purchase furniture oil.
Installing Tile Over a Laminate CountertopThis is a page about putting tiling over laminate countertop. While it is possible to install tile directly onto a laminate countertop, it does require some prep work so that the tiles can properly bond to the surface. Here are some tips for how to install tiles onto a laminate countertop.
Paint Colors for Bathroom with Harvest Gold FixturesRedecorating a home with vintage bathroom fixtures can be a challenge, as the dated color of the fixtures may not fit into your vision of the room using today's paint color palette. This is a page about paint colors for a bathroom with harvest gold fixtures.
Humming Sound Coming From Wall Socket?A sound coming from a wall plug, probably is electricity arcing and the receptacle needs to be replaced. This is a page about humming sound coming from wall socket.
Keeping a Trailer Warm?This is a page about keeping a trailer warm. Trailers aren't insulated as well as traditional homes and can be hard to heat during cold winter months. Here are some tips for keeping a trailer warm.
Make Your Own Storm WindowsThis is a page about making your own storm windows. Storm windows help prevent drafts and help to keep your home from losing heat. They can also be quite spendy, so here are some tips for making your own.
Painting a Non-Laminate Countertop?Many homeowners have had success painting laminated countertops. Painting a solid surface countertop, such as cultured marble, would require a process specifically for that material, but it can be done. This is a page about painting a non-laminate countertop.
