Creating a fun home is critical if you want to be popular in your neighborhood. And one of the best ways to capitalize on a great home is to hold fun parties with friends, family members, and neighbors. However, you need to make sure that your house is upgraded to ensure that it meets many people’s needs. Doing so will allow you to craft the perfect party home and be the envy of your neighbors. The following steps are among the best ways that you can make your home more inviting if you want to host a summer party. By…

The definition of the word cozy is “giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.” When you think of something that makes you feel cozy, you might think of a favorite jacket, blanket, or loungewear. Well, go ahead and add your home to that list of cozy things in your life. We spend a lot of time in our home, especially with the switch in lifestyle that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on many of us. We sleep, cook, work, and make tons of memories in our homes. A variety of things affect our mood in our home – design,…

When you move into a new house, it does not immediately feel like a home. You have to do more work than just unpack your boxes to turn your house into a cozy, warm, and inviting space. There are a number of ways, including decorating your new house, that helps you transform your new space. Some of these ways are easier or faster than others, but each one of them can help you make your new house feel like home. Here are nine ways you can make your new house feel like home. Start With Repairs and Cleaning As soon…

None of us want to deal with mold in our houses. You might not even know what some of the most common signs of mold in your home look like. But mold is a lot more common than you might think, especially if you live in an area that’s prone to water damage or humidity. Fortunately, there are ways that you can deal with mold after it has initially cropped up in your house. The more you know, the more you can do to ensure that you aren’t dealing with mold for the long term — and that once you’ve…

The weather is unpredictable. Last winter, Winter 2019-2020, was one of the hottest on record — and cities across the U.S. still reported some of their coldest temperatures in decades. Indianapolis, IN recorded the coldest November 12 in 102 years, with temperatures topping off at just eight degrees Fahrenheit. Turner, MT and Dickinson, ND also experienced record lows early in the season. These dramatic shifts prove that it is unwise to grow overly complacent. The weather can — and will — change on a whim. Be prepared for all outcomes, including a winter with record-breaking freezing temperatures. What does it…

In the media, we talk a lot about celebrities but we do not talk a lot about celebrity philanthropy news. We talk about divorces, who is moving where, who is hooking up with who, but we often overlook celebrity philanthropy news in lieu of the more salacious stories. Let’s look at some celebrity philanthropy news and talk about the good that Queen Bey (Beyonce) is doing. Her BeyGOOD Foundation is helping people get through this pandemic in the most surprising ways. The Queen Bey Beyonce is a world-famous artist who is married to Jay-Z, another world-recognized artist. Beyonce is often…

A commercial garage door company in Dallas, TX, is opening doors for people in need this holiday season with the Community First Charity Drive. Throughout December 2020, Neighborhood Garage Door Services has been holding a raffle, which will be ongoing. Video Source People can enter to win $500. In addition, $500 will be donated on each winner’s behalf to the charity of their choice. At a time when so many are struggling, the possibilities for helping others are virtually limitless, and this is a great opportunity to lend your support to a worthy cause. Finally, the day arrived to draw…

According to Scarborough research, around 53% of homeowners have completed some type of home improvement project in the last year. Many homeowners consider two things prior to deciding on a home improvement project: cost and added value. Some home improvement projects are simply cosmetic and can have an impressive effect on curb appeal, but others offer both visual appeal and added value. If you’re considering making changes to your home, why not choose cost-efficient projects that add long-term value and benefits? Most homeowners delay home improvements until they’re absolutely necessary due to the perceived cost of undertaking such projects. While…

Video Source On March 10, 2014, IAPMO in collaboration with Water for Indonesia Now held a charity event in Yayasan Rahmatan Lil-Alamin Jakarta, Indonesia for World Plumbing Day. This video compliation captures the special presentations and performances put on in celebration of this important day. World Plumbing Day is on March 11th – “every year, every where” as the video points out. The World Plumbing Council created this day in 2009 to spread awareness of the importance of plumbing and commercial plumbers. This public outreach event raises awareness on the importance of clean water and humans have access to drinkable…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCzS2FZoB-I For many families around the world, a safe shelter to call their own is perpetually out of reach. Now imagine building a 650 square-foot home in 24 hours for less than $4,000. It sounds impossible right? Well this video demonstrates how the cutting-edge power of 3D printing is tackling the global issue of homelessness, one line of concrete at a time. New Story, a non-profit organization working to end homelessness, and ICON, a construction technologies company, have partnered together to build this proof-of-concept design. With bright walls, light fixtures and higher ceilings, the home feels bigger than its actual…