“So we put a playhouse down first and then found the kids liked it so much that we went ahead and built a living room. And then my wife needed the space to work.” Why Home Improvement Has Surged And How It’s Changing America The pandemic has sparked a sustained, unprecedented tidal wave of home and backyard projects. The demand outstrips the supply of materials and labor to do the work, leaving homeowners to get creative. Add drama to a staircase with distinctive railings or embellishments.
When it comes to projects that will give you a great return when you sell your home, look no further than a minor bathroom remodel. Give your bathroom vanity a makeover, replace the toilet and faucet if needed, update the shower head for a better shower experience and re-caulk the bathroom tub. Even if your neighbor’s house has a high level of radon, that doesn’t mean yours does. Each house is different, and age doesn’t matter and can be found in new homes. Radon test kits are available at home centers and hardware stores for about $10.
- Professional home improvement is ancient and goes back to the beginning of recorded civilization.
- A garden hot tub – though lovely – could be viewed as something of a frippery and while it might set some hearts racing, it’s very much a case of taste.
- Allen’s TV alter ego Tim Taylor is incredibly proud of living in Detroit but that’s not where the Taylor home actually was.
- You can use fluorescent lights or special dimmable LED bulbs.
Placing a ceiling medallion around a fan or light fixture is another way to add architectural flair overhead. Decorative ceiling medallions are available in all shapes, sizes, and styles. Installing a hardwood floor can take longer than a weekend, so choose a material that’s less time-consuming. Start with anything that comes in a roll, such as sheet vinyl, which looks better and lasts longer than it used to.
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“That’s another 400 square feet of living space,” which can feel like a lot in a 1,000-square-foot home. However, adding a skylight isn’t as easy as chopping a square into your roof. Reserve this improvement for the pros, and expect to pay between $500 – $3,000 for the project. Instead, for the interior walls of your small home, opt for cool colors that give rooms an open and airy look.
But the Taylors’ house was filled with more than a few subtle details many fans might have missed. Invest in area rugs to make “rooms” in open spaces.They’re the quickest way to create cohesive areas for dining, lounging, etc. Change up your wall coverings.Get the high-gloss lacquered look fast with vinyl wall coverings. Smartify your locks.Create a smart lock for your door, so you never have to leave keys for the housekeeper. Control it from your phone and assign access “keys” to anyone you please. Splurge in the bathroom.Treat yourself to pretty guest-size soaps, so your soap dish always looks fresh.
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“Small” homes are typically defined at 1,000 square feet or less, but they can feel a lot more cramped with the wrong paint color or layout. A quality roof protects your home against all elements. Our Owens Corning roofs come with a manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty, professional installation supervised by our project managers.
I have spoken to enough “homeless” people to understand that one never looses a sense of what home is. When you go home today, count your blessings and enjoy the fruit of your labor. Hundreds of previous shows are in our archive so you can enjoy feeling of time travel as you watch & listen. Thanks for reading and your support of Mighty House Home Improvement Show.