Wet bars are very popular additions to all types of homes. They serve a great many functions, however many of them are limited due to space. With a little bit of planning a homeowner can create a pull up chair bar that fits many different bills. These create a great look in a home and also create a multi functioning area for all family members. They can be used for the morning coffee, afternoon kid's snack area as well as a drink bar for after...more
There are as many wet bars as there are builders or designers. This gives homeowners the opportunity to establish a creative flair in their space with a touch of personal character. Today wet bars can be placed anywhere within the home, as there are minimal restrictions and the ability to build one is abundant. They can be any size, made of different materials or designs, affording many options. Basement bars are popular forms of entertaining, or...more
In the modern world many people are starting to work from home and many more would like to start working from home. The trouble is that many people who work from a home office see the quality and amount of work they are being done from home drop from what they achieved at their old office. Many people will believe that this is due to the number of distractions at home and the lack of discipline at home. These factors may play a part but the type of office furniture and the way that you have your home office set up can be as much of a factor as distractions or the lack of discipline when working from home.When you made your plans to work from home you probably planned carefully and tried to cover all of the bases but did you make a plan for how to set up your home office? This is a common mistake that many people make for they do not plan the layout of their home office and the proper furniture that they will need. You need to set up your home office to promote productivity. The first step in this procedure is to make a space in your home that will be your permanent office. It is not a good idea to move from one area of the home to the next. You need a place where you know...more
If you are like me and want to make money online and work from home then you have probably tried many of these so called get rich quick schemes. I have and i have wasted an awful lot of money in the process. There are many pie in the sky offers on the internet that promise you the world but actually never deliver. There is definite...more
Owning a home is a lot of work. It takes almost constant maintenance and upkeep, especially if the home is old or in need of lots of remodeling. Taking care of a home doesn't have to be a full time job, but does need constant vigilance on the part of the homeowner so as to not let things get into disrepair. Keeping up on regular maintenance is...more
There are a plethora of historic homes existing in the U.S. today. Some are noted for their connection to our heritage as a nation. Others are famous for their association to crime, criminals and movie stars. And, of course, you've got literary greats, real estate tycoons, media moguls, publish giants and all the rest. Here, you'll find just a few with details that might surprise you.Robert E. Lee's old home, AKA Custis-Lee Mansion, became home of the honorable Arlington National Cemetery. Overlooking the Potomac River, the Greek revival style manor was selected by the government as the site for the cemetery to ensure that Lee never again returned to his home after the Civil War. Sitting on 1,100 acres, the mansion hosts two kitchens for the summer and winter. The most prominent features of the estate are the eight massive, 5-feet-in-diameter columns supporting the portico. The mansion is managed by the National Park Service, while the surrounding grounds, known as Arlington National Cemetery, are managed by the U.S. Department of the Army.William Randolph Hearst, newspaper magnate and grandfather to the infamous Patti Hearst, once owned a mansion at 1101 N. Beverly Dr. in...more
Trying out different hair style are equally important in acquiring an appealing look along with dressing and makeups. With so many professional flat irons available to choose from, you have the opportunity to change your looks with your...more
The cost of electricity is one of the biggest challenges facing the inhabitants, and as most people know from experience, the prices are a growing part of the problem. The electricity is cut off when we don’t pay the bill. Have you...more
Once the construction part of a building process is over, all you will see all over the house is dust and dirt. Awful, isnt it? There is dust from the plastering of walls, the sanding of windows, the paint jobs, and the list goes on, and on, and on....more
A carpet is a very important element of your home decor. Purchasing a carpet is a big investment and quite a challenging task. Therefore, in order to move this effort away from you for as long as possible, you should think about proper maintenance of...more
A house, in many ways, seems to be incomplete without a carpet. However, maintaining and cleaning carpets is just another story. Especially if you have kids, pets or if your house receives lots of visitors, cleaning carpets every week or even more...more
How to Clean a New CarpetA carpet contributes majorly to the looks of your home. It is always prudent to take proper care of new carpet as you have invested hugely in purchasing and installing it. Let us find out the proper ways to clean and maintain...more