• Home Décor

    Day Tripping in Charleston, SC

    Pin on Pinterest Share on Facebook Flip on Flipboard If you haven’t been to Charleston, South Carolina and would like a little glimpse of the historic and picturesque town, keep reading to see what my sister and I did on our recent day trip to this charming southern destination. I have been to Charleston a few times in the past, but my sister never has been and wanted to go see it for herself. Since the town isn’t very large, you can see most of the highlights in a day which we did. We started at the Charleston Visitor’s Center…

  • Painting

    How To Hide Wall Mounted TV Cords Above a Fireplace Without an Electrician

    Pin on Pinterest Share on Facebook Flip on Flipboard How to hide wall mounted TV cords above a fireplace, on fireplace walls or brick walls without the need of an electrician, power tools, or carpentry skills. I have been receive a lot of questions about the TV in my living room – specifically wanting to know how I hid the cords and wires hanging down from it since the TV is mounted above a fireplace mantel. In a perfect world, I would answer that there were electrical and cable outlets on the wall behind the TV, but since my house…

  • Plumbing

    Most Popular Roof Colors in Southeastern Massachusetts in 2023

    Homeowners in Southeastern Massachusetts, naturally want their roofs to be functional—keeping their families dry and warm for as many worry-free years as possible. Roof color might be a secondary concern, but it shouldn’t be. According to a 2013 survey of realtors, over 90 percent said shingle color was important. Once you pick a roof color, you are generally stuck with it until you replace the roof or move to a new home. In Southeastern Massachusetts in 2023, the most popular roof colors are slate gray and weathered wood. Homeowners and  roofers  alike prefer these shades for their timeless appeal and…

  • Home security

    A New Collection of cc-tapis Handcrafted Rugs

    The new collection of cc-tapis handcrafted rugs blends the creative visions of Patricia Urquiola, Bethan Laura Wood, Odd Matter, Duccio Maria Gambi and Mae Engelgeer in a single narrative. The carpet thus becomes a meeting point for inspirations, new ideas and experimentation, through a contemporary interpretation of artisanal techniques and traditional Himalayan wool processing. An exploration of graphic languages and colour, Pipeline by Patricia Urquiola is an evolution of the designer’s Slinkie collection from 2018, and translates digital drawings into an artisanal production. A visual labyrinth of connected tubes forms the frame of the design, its interlocking volumes offering a…

  • Home Moving

    Installing Metal Roofing: Understanding Process and Results

    When you’re considering a significant home improvement project, such as installing a metal roof, it’s not unusual to have a lot of questions. Some of the more common questions we’ve received at Warner Roofing in Vancouver, Washington, are: How long does it take to install a new metal roof? What is the process for installing a metal roof? Do I need to tear off my existing roof? What metal roofing options are available to me? Is metal roofing appropriate for any type of home? How long does a metal roof last? Are there climate considerations when choosing a type of…