When newlyweds Brock and Ashley Whittaker outgrew their shoebox-size apartment on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, they bought a Mid-Century Modern house set on an acre of wooded property in the town of…
Category: HOME IMPROVEMENT
How to Paint French Doors + DIY Door Replacement Cost
A quick tip for painting French doors without scraping, taping, or splotchy peeling paint. And how much it costs to replace an exterior door. “We’ve been painting most our lives living in…
20 Amazing Bodies of Joanna Gaines and Home Remodeling Show Stars
In the world of home remodeling show stars, there’s more than just renovation prowess to admire. These dynamic individuals not only transform homes but also prioritize their own well-being and lifestyles. From…
Is Buying Real Estate With a Friend Really a Good Idea?
In the early days of the pandemic, Jonathan Travis and his friend Ethan Rafii were visiting another friend’s country house outside New York City when they began to dream big. What if…
Cost of repairs and renovations adds thousands of dollars to homeownership
Monthly mortgage payments aren’t the only recurring cost tied to owning a home. Money spent on maintenance, renovations and repairs, particularly for older houses, can easily cost homeowners thousands of dollars. The…
What to Look for in Exterior Caulk
The purpose of a sealant, or caulk, on the exterior of a home is to seal gaps that allow air and moisture to infiltrate the structure of the home. That seems simple…
Home Essentials You Should Never Forget When Moving To A New Home
Packing up and moving to a new place can be an exciting experience – almost like getting a clean slate and a shot at growing personally. You get to check out unexplored…
Florida man guilty of murdering wife who refused to go on home reno show: prosecutors – National
A Florida court has found David Tronnes guilty of murdering his wife Shanti Cooper-Tronnes after their marriage broke down over a contentious home renovation, prosecutors say. Cooper-Tronnes was found beaten and strangled…