Home Improvement Articles (Sorted by date)

Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes

The following article was written by David G. Hallstrom for and originally published by National Realtors Directory.com.So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your yard or on your patio, porch or balcony.
David G. HallstromJune 26, 2004

Area Rug Buyers Guide

Area Rug Buyers Guide brought to you by NatureRugs.com provides some important practical considerations when purchasing & decorating with an oriental rug.When you begin decorating your home there are some important factors to consider.
Meena DattaJune 25, 2004

How To Create An Organized Filing System

INTRODUCTIONNo one filing system works for everyone. In the end, the test of a good filing system is being able to find something when you need it. However, there are two basic recommended set-up alternatives: Establish categories for like items...
Ilene DrexlerJune 20, 2004

Home Is Where The Heart Is

Every one lives in a house but every house is not a home. A house is a shelter made of bricks, wood or any other material. When this shelter makes your heart alive with happiness and smiles, you are home.
Amita SinhaJune 18, 2004

Refining Your Area Rug Choice

As a Managing Partner of www.exquisiterugs.com, the question I am often asked, "What determines the quality of a rug?" While the question posed seems relatively simple it is broad in scope and indeed more complex.
Tasneem MirzaJune 14, 2004

Wooden You Like to Know? A Primer to Wood Outdoor Furnishings

To many people, wood is the quintessential building material for furniture, both indoor and out. There's a wooden furniture form to suit every budget and décor -- from rustic twig loveseats to classis cedar Adirondack chairs to...
Debbie RodgersJune 11, 2004

Decorating a Child's Room - 8 Simple Strategies to Make You Both Happy!

When it comes to decorating a child's room, your approach should be much different from decorating an adult bedroom.For kids, their bedroom is where they play games, read, listen to music, day-dream, or just go to be alone sometimes.
Michael HollandJune 10, 2004

10 Home Decorating Ideas To Quickly Update Any Room

Not all home decorating ideas require a heavy investment of time and money. If you're looking for a few affordable home interior decorating ideas to freshen up a room over a weekend, try these ten: 1. Rearrange The Furniture- Pull your...
Michael HollandJune 02, 2004

Things to Consider when buying a Hot Tub or Jacuzzi Tub

We recently purchased a new Hot Tub and Gazebo from Cal Spas in Minnesota. The purchase was not something we planned, just something that caught our eye when visiting the Minnesota State Fair.
John GallMay 28, 2004

Customer Service – the Real Estate Revolution

Traditionally, real estate has been viewed as a sales industry. But perceptions are changing. Agents around the country are coming to believe that the key to real estate success is service – not sales.Competition and technology now give...
Glenn MurrayMay 26, 2004