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Blinds vs Shades: What’s the Difference and When To Use Which

Blinds and shades are two popular options for window coverings, each offering unique features and benefits. Blinds, such as Venetian blinds or vertical blinds, consist of adjustable slats that allow precise control over light and privacy levels. They come in a variety of materials and styles, offering a sleek and modern aesthetic. On the other…

Garbage and recycling bins in a cabinet
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How to Install a cabinet garbage and recycling pull-out system

We recently installed a garbage and recycling pull-out system in one of our cabinets. I wanted my waste containers to be hidden, but also conveniently placed for daily use. The system we bought has two waste bins encased in a stainless steel frame. The stainless steel drawer slides out smoothly, and at full extension, both…

Rocking stair and foot stool in the color of Early American gel stain.
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Using gel stain over paint: A detailed guide

Gel stain is a unique stain that can revitalize your old wood furniture or cabinets. It creates a rich and even tone, similar to paint, as gel stain sits on top of the surface. There’s a common misconception that you can’t use gel stain over finished paint. But that’s not exactly the case. As long…

White painting walls and white trim with red rug and black staircase.
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The best white trim paint for doors, windows, and baseboards

With so many shades of white, it can be challenging choosing which is the best white color for trim paint. In this post I will be answering some frequently asked trim paint questions. For instance, “should my trim paint be lighter or darker than my walls” and “should my doors and baseboards match my trim paint”….

woman vacuuming a living room
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Bissell CrossWave MAX – is it worth the splurge?! An honest review.

I’ve recently splurged on the Bissell CrossWave cordless Max. It’s a high tech vacuum that can vacuum and mop at the same time. Here, I’ll be giving a Bissell CrossWave Max review. The cordless Bissell CrossWave can clean multiple-surfaces I decided to go for it due to it’s multi-surface cleaning features. It can clean both…

white brick wall with a green chalk paint dresser.
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How to make chalk paint: Three of my favorite no-fail recipes!

Chalk paint is the perfect way to add some personality to any piece of furniture in your home! Today, I’m going to share how to make your own chalk paint. I’m also going to talk about three different ways to make chalk paint with three totally different key ingredients. So if you’re looking for an easy…

Black painted cemeamic tile with white board and batten walls and wallpaper
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How to paint your ceramic floor tiles – what to do and not to do!

Painting ceramic floor tiles can be the perfect way to update old tile on a budget!  It can take some research and a few substantial hours of work, but the results can be so worth it!  I painted my tile floors last year, and it was an easy quick fix to updating my entryway, but now it’s…