When is it time to get those 1950s wicker chairs replacement cushions?  I would say that around the 1990s would have been an opportune time, but now is just as good a time as ever.  Thinking about colors and textures for cushions can take a great deal of time, but in my opinion, thoughtful work will pay off in the long run.  What type of cushion would you put on rattan furniture as opposed to wicker furniture?  The choices may seem a bit overwhelming, but for the most part, any texture will look good on a cushion with the obvious exception of denim.  So what about a color of cushion…

Reducing the drain on your wallet caused by monthly utility bills can coincide with making your home a more comfortable place to live in. Now, who would dare to say no to such a wondrous bounty? No one, and having a home energy audit is probably your best bet when it comes to making smart choices about the practical improvements that will optimize your house’s energy use. If you decide to have your home go through an audit, get in contact with certified professionals. RESNET and the Building Performance Institute (BPI) are entities most trusted and respected for the certification of home energy professionals. These are the folks best able…

The increasing awareness of the benefits of energy efficiency has lead many homeowners to seek home repair grants and energy efficient mortgages to help pay for the costs of repairing and upgrading their homes. In many cases, these repairs can save money in the long run on reduced energy costs, especially if grants or tax incentives can help to pay for some or all of the repair work. However, it’s important that homeowners are cautious through every step of the home repair process. Receiving a grant to make your home more energy efficient won’t accomplish much if you don’t do the right work. This is why it’s so important for…

Hanging pictures in your home is a very personal and warm way to decorate your walls. Whether you decide to frame and hang pictures of your family, photographs you have taken yourself, or even artwork, creating one area for all of this can be inspiring. Most people hang and place photographs on various walls and shelves in their home. By creating a gallery where you can hang everything together in one place, you can create a unique area in your home. With the right frames and hanging positions your gallery can really become a work of art. Before you begin actual work on your gallery, you will need to purchase…