• Can Clogged Gutters Cause Ceiling Leaks?
    Home Renovation

    Can Clogged Gutters Cause Ceiling Leaks?

    November 8, 2023 - By 

    The role of gutters in water management is crucial for protecting your home from water-related damage and maintaining its structural integrity. Gutters are a key component of your home’s exterior that serve several important functions in effectively managing rainwater. Here’s an explanation of the role of gutters in water management: Rainwater Collection: The primary purpose of gutters is to collect rainwater that flows down your roof. As rain falls, it runs off the roof’s surface and into the gutters. Without gutters, this water would simply fall to the ground, potentially causing erosion and issues around your home’s foundation. Direction of…

  • Pros And Cons Of A Low-profile Ceiling Fan ~ Fresh Design Blog
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    Pros And Cons Of A Low-profile Ceiling Fan ~ Fresh Design Blog

    November 7, 2023 - By 

    You know that your space needs a ceiling fan — the question is, which one? Ceiling fans are extremely useful fixtures in the home, improving air circulation and reducing perceived temperatures to keep energy costs low and comfort high. Plus, ceiling fans come in many different sizes and styles to suit every space. If you’re looking to purchase a new low-profile ceiling fan, then here’s a useful guide to some of the common pros and cons, to help you make the right choice for your home. Pro: More Headspace Photo by Helen Shi on Unsplash Flush-mount ceiling fans, which are…

  • Off-white kitchen cabinets and a blue-grey bedroom ceiling
    Home Décor

    Off-white kitchen cabinets and a blue-grey bedroom ceiling

    September 25, 2023 - By 

    This beautiful two-bedroom apartment with a living kitchen (photographed by Henrik Linden, sold at Alvhem) has some beautiful historic features, including curved walls and lots of big windows that let in an abundance of natural light. The living kitchen features off-white cabinets paired with a beautiful beige limestone countertop, finished off with chrome hardware and black accent bar stools by the kitchen island. The small dining and sofa areas complete this space beautifully and allow the integration of lounging, cooking, and eating right next to each other. The guest bedroom has an eye-catching blue-grey ceiling corner, finished with a few…

  • How Can I Force My Co-op Board to Fix a Ceiling Leak?
    Home Moving

    How Can I Force My Co-op Board to Fix a Ceiling Leak?

    August 2, 2023 - By 

    Q: We bought an apartment on the top floor of a co-op in Yorkville in April 2020. After living there for a while, we moved out and now rent it out to a tenant. Once or twice a year, the ceiling leaks during rainstorms. We always notify the super and the management company, the super “finds” a problem and “fixes” it, our ceiling is patched and we go on with our lives. But it keeps happening. I’m worried there might be mold or structural damage, and apparently it leaked into the elevator shaft. What can I do to pressure them…

  • Paint Your Ceiling Dark (and reasons why you should!)
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    Paint Your Ceiling Dark (and reasons why you should!)

    August 1, 2023 - By 

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosures here. Facebook Twitter Pinterest24 Paint your ceiling dark…or darker anyway! I’ll tell you a few reasons why you should! Hello beautiful friends! I’ve been busy doing those updates I mentioned a while back. Here in this post.Remember? If not, hop on over and check out that post I linked above to see all the things I have in mind. Well, I can check two of the things I’m changing up off of my list today! Painting the ceiling in the foyer – check! Peel and stick wallpaper in the guest bath…