Have a Kitchen You Can Be Proud Of

Sponored by Standard Kitchens These days, the kitchen is the new living room; the area where family and guests gather for meals, conversation, and laughter. But what if you don’t have the space or appeal of a covetous kitchen? Dan Ford of Standard Kitchens is a go-to expert when it comes to the creation of […]

Take Advantage of Your Meijer Discount Program!

There are three steps to signing up: Create an mperks account (you can use your existing account if you already have one). Register your mperks phone number with the HBA of Michigan. Click here to sign up on HBAM. Clip the coupon at the start of each quarter. The see all the savings and one of […]

Are You Destroying Value in Your Home?

It’s hard to find homes with beautiful original hardwood floors. Trends have come and gone, leaving plush carpets to cover, vinyl to replace, and neglect to wear down hardwood flooring. It’s unfortunate that we are losing this valuable asset in homes. Hardwood floors are long-lasting, natural, hypo-allergenic and add an element of old charm that […]

A Look At The Benefits Of Aging In Place: How To Stay In Your Own Home

Photo via Pixabay by Legabbiedelucore According to recent studies, as many as 90% of seniors over the age of 65 say they want to stay in their own homes as long as possible, and for many, this idea is appealing for many different reasons. It’s also very doable; with a few modifications and changes, most seniors can […]

Update Your Home with This Simple Task

If you’re a homeowner, painting is part of regular home maintenance.  It’s important to maintain the look and value of a beautiful residence.  It also preserves your interior finishes as well as exterior siding and trim. Painting can be one of the best investments- it’s relatively low cost and can dramatically improve the look and […]

7 Tips to Avoid the Dangers of Fireworks

Happy holiday weekend! The Fourth of July brings family and friends together every summer to enjoy great food and fun festivities. We go out on boats, have barbecues, and watch fireworks shows. Fireworks are beautiful, but they’re also dangerous. Every year, fire departments across the country prepare for their busiest time of year. “We have already […]

Purify Your Air While Simplifying Your Cleaning Routine

What if you could have a vacuum system built into your home that not only simplified the way you cleaned but could help reduce your allergies, increase your air purity, and eliminate that nasty “old vacuum smell”? Tom Courtright of WalVac, Inc. explains that you can. “Our systems are made up of lightweight hoses, easy-to-maintain […]

6 Tips to Designing the Ultimate Playroom

Kids of all ages love to play. While sometimes it may seem like it’s only on their electronics, they are unique individuals who need their creativity and interests encouraged and explored. Having a room dedicated to your child’s imagination and play benefits the child as well as yourself. You will be able to host guests […]

Create a Multifunctional Living Space

Lower levels can be a small room or take up an entire floor of your home. There are plenty of options when it comes to using the space effectively. Maximizing efficiency also means getting the most out of the room, which could mean creating functional storage for seldom- used decorations or adding a fun family […]