Easy exterior projects that add lasting beauty to your home

Homeowners want to improve their home’s exterior while saving time, labor and money. You can enhance your lifestyle by choosing options that extend product performance and add beauty and enjoyment to outdoor living. The easy patio fix that’s eco-friendly Adding pavers to any outdoor area can transform cracked slabs or troubled grass areas into virtually…

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Design Tips – Furniture layouts that work with your fireplace

I love fireplaces! I was inspired to write about this topic today while incorporating a new fireplace design into a home renovation project I’ve been working on. Nothing makes you feel more comfortable and cozy than a crackling roaring fire on a cold winter day. A fireplace instantly infuses character and charm into any room…

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Technology to keep families connected and protected this season

(BPT) – It’s the time of year when family schedules change and their daily routines reset. From coordinating calendars to handling additional demands such as homework and extracurricular activities, it can be a challenging, if not daunting, time for even the most organized family. The good news is advancements in technology can help organize busy…

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Four common photography mistakes to avoid

If your photos seem too bright, cluttered or ordinary, you can take simple steps to avoid these and other common photography mistakes. “Photographers know it takes a good eye, practice and patience to make the most out of every moment,” says Bill Robbins, an award-winning advertising photographer, commercial film director and current program chair of…

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For a greener backyard, take cues from leading-edge California

(BPT) – From implementing stricter standards for vehicle emissions to creating a state-level agency to administer stewardship of the environment, Californians have always been at the forefront of the green movement. That commitment to the environment even extends to local backyards, where California homeowners are turning to eco-friendly materials, building practices and landscaping to create…

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