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Preventative Tips for Extreme Weather Events

icicleThere is a lot we can learn from the extreme weather events we experienced previously that had much of the area snowed in, iced over, and suffering from extreme cold temperatures. While the weather was not what we are used to there are some lessons we can take from this so that we can be more prepared in the future for any extreme weather we may encounter. Whether it is extreme cold or heat or flooding and natural disasters we must be prepared for what the future could hold.

Fix These Four Common Decorating Mistakes

Everyone tries to give their home at least a little bit of style by adding some decorating flair, but simple mistakes can easily overshadow an otherwise well-put-together room. Often, it can be hard to put your finger on what exactly the issue is with the design of a space, but most people understandably aren't going to hire a professional interior designer to come in and critique their living room. This is where home renovation website Houzz comes in; Houzz recently wrote about some of the most common mistakes that are made by people when decorating their home and suggested simple ways to fix them. In this post, I've highlighted four mistakes that are among the easiest to identify and correct.

Choosing What Color Palette Works Best In Your Home Is An Important Decision

paint cansAfter moving into a new space you often want to put your own personal touch when it comes to painting your walls. Whether you want to stick with classic colors or make a bold statement with a more striking color you have a clean slate at your fingertips. Deciding what colors you want and where to put them is an important choice. If you plan to be the home for many years you might want to take more risks when it comes to an out of the box idea. However, if you plan on a shorter time in the home sticking with a more neutral color palette might be a wiser decision.