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

Shower Wall Options
| Updated November 29, 2020 | Published November 27, 2020

If you’re thinking of beautifying your bathroom by fitting a new and stylish shower wall, you’ll be pleased to know you have many options out there. Upgrading your shower is the best way to make an impact and even increase your home’s resale value.

Best screw for particle board
| Updated July 27, 2022 | Published November 26, 2020

If you have an upcoming project with particleboard, it’s a good idea to research the most appropriate and compatible screws to ensure your project runs smoothly. Here, we cover the best screws available for working with particleboard.

Essential Parts of a Window Explained
| Updated April 19, 2021 | Published November 26, 2020

Replacing all or parts of your windows will not only improve your home’s curb appeal, but also makes your home more energy efficient. Windows come in all sizes, materials and designs, yet most of them are made of the same components. By understanding the different parts of a window and its frame, you can find the exact part you need.

Gutter Alternatives
| Updated January 10, 2024 | Published November 15, 2020

Most homes come with traditional gutters to collect rainwater and protect the building’s foundation from destructive water seeps. While gutters have their advantages, they have their fair share of problems; from clogging up to cracking and let’s not forget their less than appealing appearance.

Types of Office Equipment
| Updated February 5, 2024 | Published November 15, 2020

Whether you run a large office, a small office, or even a home office, there are many staple items you will need to ensure you can work productively and effectively. The essential office equipment items are listed below, along with their functions and benefits.

Types of Keys
| Updated July 27, 2022 | Published November 15, 2020

Keys are an item that very little thought is given to by most people, which is interesting when most of us will use at least one, if not several keys, every day of our lives. These tiny, common items are what we put our trust in to protect ourselves and our loved ones from potential intruders or to protect our belongings against theft.

Types of Ceiling Lights
| Updated August 9, 2022 | Published November 15, 2020

Ceiling lights are an often-overlooked area of interior design, but they are vital in helping to create the right sort of ambiance and atmosphere in your home. Choosing the right type of ceiling light can also make all the difference in how usable a room is, and you need to ensure your light is functional and fit for purpose.

Types of Coffee Makers
| Updated November 29, 2020 | Published November 9, 2020

Finding a cup of coffee to rival your favorite coffee shop brew is the ultimate mission for many coffee aficionados. When it comes to making coffee at home, there is an enormous amount of choice, varying from cost-effective manual options to budget-blowing electric versions.

Types of Clamps
| Updated July 21, 2022 | Published November 9, 2020

Clamps are a tool that, at their most basic function, serve to hold material in place or hold several materials together. They are commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, manufacturing, and in hobbies or crafts such as jewelry making.

Types of Video Cables
| Updated January 4, 2024 | Published November 9, 2020

In most areas of life, having numerous options is a positive thing, but when it comes to home video technology, the sheer multitude of video cables available can make life quite difficult and confusing.

Types of picture frames
| Updated October 21, 2022 | Published November 4, 2020

Picture frames are a popular home accessory for all types of interior decor styles, and they make great gifts. Learn all about different types of picture frames here.

Types of Tiles for Flooring
| Updated November 29, 2020 | Published November 1, 2020

If you’ve just taken on a tiling project in your home, you’ll be surprised by the many different flooring tiles that are available out there. Floor tiles come in a diverse range of textures, designs and colors. Unlike wood that requires ongoing maintenance and is prone to rot, tiles, on the other hand, make a better choice for homeowners. Made from a variety of materials, such as stone and clay, each type of tile flooring has its own unique characteristics.