Home Improvement, Remodeling

Putting up a new deck can improve the function and look of your home, and its future resale value. Costs can vary, depending on square footage, the type of materials used and whether you hire a contractor or do it yourself. So, what can you expect to pay for a deck?

DECK TYPE AND SIZE

The most important cost consideration is the size and type you want. The bigger it is, the more you pay. The type of deck boards also factor into overall cost. ...

You can now use solar for more than providing energy for cutting down electricity bills. Advancement in technology has made it possible to introduce more uses for solar. Many inventions have been introduced running on solar energy. One of these is the solar air conditioner. Is it so ironic? It is now possible for the heat from the sun to make your house cool. Capturing solar energy has been made possible to harness it for various purposes. Read on to find out why you need to go for solar powered ...

Many homeowners work hard throughout the week to keep their home beautiful and attractive for those who visit it over the course of the year, but some aspects of home maintenance get forgotten.

For example, at least a third of UK residents fail to have their roof repaired in time to avoid unnecessary expenses, but this percentage could be significantly reduced if you take the time to simply inspect your roof. If you can, move to a distance of about 20 metres ...

Folding arm awnings not only enhance the outside décor but they also are a practical installation. If you enjoy entertaining, these types of awnings can expand your indoor and outdoor space so that you can hold gatherings day or night.

You can also choose from a number of distinctive stripes, patterns, and colours when picking the fabrics for the shades. Folding arm awnings are used for both commercial and residential properties.

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Much of our buying these days is done online, although there are some things which people are still reluctant to purchase over the web.

Tiles sometimes fall under this category, with people wanting to actually physically see the tiles themselves before purchasing.

However, there are some great deals available if you head online, so we’ve put together this quick guide to buying tiles online.

Samples

First things first, it’s important that you ...

The smart evolution has begun in our homes. More and more connected items are available to let you control your property from a single device, no matter where you are. Everything from lighting to heating and even making a cup of coffee can be at your fingertips.

Smart home products are streaming into the marketplace, which makes it very confusing to know what's really useful and what's just really cool – but not so useful.

As smart solutions become more and more mainstream, ...