PRACTICE USING TOOLS Before you start on a project, get kids comfortable with tools. Have them practice using a tape measure or hammering nails and tightening screws in scrap pieces of wood to gain confidence. Be sure to have them wear safety gear! The when you decide to start a project, make sure it’s age …

There’s a reason just about every designer on popular home TV shows ends up installing laminate floors. It’s made out of wood composite (materials like sawdust pressed together), but looks just like solid hardwood flooring. Plus, it’s often cheaper, easier to install, and (wait for it) comes with a clear protective layer on top. But …

Smudging is performed by burning plant resins and herbs for both spiritual and medicinal use. This practice has been performed for centuries as an effort to heal and clear away any emotional or spiritual negativity in a home or room. While many people view smudging as an unnecessary practice, recent scientific studies have concluded that …

If you’re a fan of English sparkling wine listen up, because you can now, quite literally, paint your home in it. Paint brand Valspar has teamed up with Laithwaite’s Wine and the Pantone Colour Institute to bring the colour of English fizz to life. The result? A brand new shade called English Sparkling that’s perfect …

Redecorating can be a complicated process. However, if one wants to play it smart, it’s possible to change the living space without spending a truckload of money. We find a few easy ways to make your house more comfortable and cozy without making a serious financial investment. 1. Use frames for more than just photographs …