Home Tips

Feb. 14, 2022

Pros and Cons of Radiant Floor Heating

Pros and Cons of Radiant Floor Heating_Laurel Jonas Blog

Oh, those cold toes. Hard surface flooring can feel downright uncomfortable under bare feet on cold mornings. You can toss down area rugs and get some cozy slippers. Or you could install in-floor radiant heat, and never fear your floors again.

 

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Feb. 7, 2022

What Small Homes Can Teach You About Living With Less

What Small Homes Can Teach You About Living With Less_Laurel Jonas Blog

Need to declutter?  Anytime is the perfect time for getting rid of all the unnecessary stuff that accumulates in your home. How does it manage to pile up? Didn’t you just do this last year? Maybe you should just throw it all away—for good. In fact, that’s what a lot …

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Feb. 2, 2022

8 Tools Every Homeowner Absolutely Must Own and Why

8 Tools Every Homeowner Absolutely Must Own and Why_Laurel Jonas Blog

Whether you’re just settling into your new rent-free digs, or you’ve been making mortgage payments for decades, every homeowner should be sure their toolbox has the necessary items to handle common problems around the house. That includes leaky faucets, drywall that needs patching, and heavy frames that need hanging. If …

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Feb. 2, 2022

How to Paint an Exterior Door So It Looks Brand New Again

How to Paint an Exterior Door So It Looks Brand New Again_Laurel Jonas BlogWondering how to paint an exterior door? This home improvement task will not only make a great first impression on visitors, but it will also improve your home’s curb appeal with minimal expense and effort. If the front door is structurally sound, it may need only sanding and a coat …

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Jan. 20, 2022

6 Space Saving Secrets For Your Laundry Room

6 space saving secrets for your laundry room

Let’s face it—when it comes to laundry rooms, most of us are lucky to have a single shelf to hold detergent and a tiny counter for folding shirts. But because doing laundry is a weekly task that will never, ever end, finding more space to deal with it is a …

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Jan. 20, 2022

What Is a Wet Bar vs. Dry Bar—and Does Either Belong in Your Home?

What Is a Wet Bar vs. Dry Bar—and Does Either Belong in Your Home_Laurel Jonas BlogWhat is a wet bar and what is a dry bar? Both are designed to make entertaining at home easy by providing an area to prepare beverages for guests, but the big difference is a wet bar has a sink so glasses can be more easily rinsed. The difference between …

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Dec. 29, 2021

Find and Fix Drafty Windows

Find and fix drafty windows-Laurel Jonas Blog

Before the cold sets in, it’s important to ensure that your home remains comfortable despite the outside temperatures. It’s important to take a close look at your windows. Windows with air leaks not only let in cold air but also allow heated air to escape. There are many ways to …

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Dec. 21, 2021

Top Fireplace Questions

Top Fireplace Questions_Laurel Jonas Blog

Ready for the snap, crackle and pop of a roaring fire? Fireplaces are one of the most sought-after home features, but using one can be intimidating, and you’ve probably got questions. Here’s a quick guide to get you and your fire started this fall.

 

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Dec. 15, 2021

3 Ideas for Turning Your Home Into a Winter Haven

3 Ideas for Turning Your Home Into a Winter Haven_Laurel Jonas Blog

What better time to turn your home into a warm and welcoming den than during the chilly winter months? With just a little investment and some ingenuity, you can bring a distinctive winter-friendly look into your home. Here are three concepts to inspire you and some tips to get you …

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Oct. 25, 2021

Heated Floors: Everything You Need to Know

Heated Floors: everything you need to know_Laurel Jonas Blog

Picture this – it’s a chilly winter morning and when you step into your kitchen to make yourself a cup of coffee, your bare feet are warmed by the floor beneath you. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Heated floors are a great alternative to traditional heating methods, and they can keep …

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