Home Improvement

Explore tips & tricks to improve and transform the specific aspects of your home for the better – from home exteriors, furniture, walls, and ceilings to garage, flooring, and outdoors.

Home Improvement

Can a Coffee Table be Higher than Sofa?
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published March 25, 2021

The correct height of a coffee table in comparison to a sofa probably isn’t something you’ve considered unless you’re on the hunt for a new coffee table. However, when browsing coffee tables, you’ll soon notice that there is a small variation in height between each type of table, and you may wonder which is the most appropriate height for your room.

Should All Exterior Doors Be The Same Color?
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published March 24, 2021

Are you thinking of changing or painting all your entry doors but can’t decide whether all exterior doors should be of the same color or not? On the one hand, it’s a smart idea to color match, and on the other hand, you may want a bold color for your front door but not for the rest of the exterior entries.

Should Shutters Match the Front Door?
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published March 23, 2021

There comes a time when you want to give your home exterior a complete repaint. However, you don’t need to paint the whole house in order to give it a refreshing makeover. With a coat of paint on your front door and shutters, you can create visual interest without breaking the bank!

How to Keep Rain from Blowing in on Porch
| Updated March 21, 2021 | Published March 21, 2021

Your porch can be a place for relaxation but also a source of constant worry if it is not protected from rain blowing in. Luckily for you, there are other ways to protect your furnishing besides moving it inside the house every time it is about to rain.

Types of Front Porches
| Updated March 18, 2021 | Published March 18, 2021

For decades, front porches have been an important section of most of the buildings constructed (residential, commercial, religious, etc). The architecture has always evoked a sense of ease and warmth due to its simplicity yet refinement. Even though other components and parts of the house get more consideration and the constant adjustment in home styles and designs, the porch has never completely gone out of style.

Window Height From Floor
| Updated February 5, 2024 | Published March 18, 2021

How high should your window be from the floor? Let’s go over the types of windows and their standard heights.

Should Crown Molding Match Baseboards
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Your crown molding and baseboards must not look exactly alike; however, these two elements are so important to your home’s final finishing that there should be some sort of cohesion between them. In order words, they shouldn’t look too much like twins, but they should at least look like siblings.

How to Use Acrylic Paint on Metal
| Updated August 15, 2022 | Published March 17, 2021

Indeed, acrylic paint is highly versatile. It can be applied over any surface as long as it is free of wax or oil. This opens a world of possibilities for the budding DIY artist in you. And don’t worry, using acrylic paint on metal isn’t as complicated as it may sound. So, how can you use acrylic paint on metal? Read on and find out.

How to Decorate Wood Paneling Without Painting
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published March 16, 2021

If you’re not a fan of the wood paneling and don’t want to bring any more attention to it, there are many ways you can distract from the wood paneling without needing to paint it.

What Color Furniture Goes with Blue Walls
| Updated March 16, 2021 | Published March 16, 2021

Blue is a classic color that complements most other color palettes. No matter which shade of blue you choose for your living room or bedroom walls, your furniture color will be the important deciding factor.

How to Cover a Doorway without Door
| Updated December 6, 2022 | Published March 16, 2021

If you like your house to look traditional, dour, less stylish, and less safe, then this article is not for you. By the time you are done reading this page, you will have learned that the best cover for your doorway might just be without a door.

How Much Weight Can a Tension Rod Hold
| Updated December 17, 2023 | Published March 16, 2021

Tension rods are one of the more mundane things around the household. Despite that, you may have wondered at one point in your life how much weight it can hold. Your curiosity was likely spurred by a recent home remodeling. Or you may have recently installed curtains using a tension rod. Whatever the case may be, we’re here to answer the question, “how much weight can tension rod hold?” And we’re even sharing more tips and tricks to make the most out of a tension rod.