Make It Last: How to Extend the Life of Your Wicker Furniture

Wicker furniture is perfect for your outdoor living area. Wicker has a beautiful rustic charm, making it the perfect addition to your garden or patio. It's light, so it's easy to move around when you're chasing the sun or avoiding the wind. However, it isn't waterproof, and if you leave it exposed to rain, sun, smoke and dust, it can become shabby in just a few years. This shouldn't be a cause for stress.   Read More...

Tips on How to Preserve the Beautiful Look of Your Teak Dining Furniture

Teak furniture can enhance the elegance of your indoor dining area with its beautiful color and rustic appearance. One of the key advantages of teak wood is its ability to withstand weather elements without deteriorating in appearance or performance. However, their appealing look does not come without effort from your side. Poor maintenance can degrade the value of teak furniture, and you may be forced to replace them after a few years.   Read More...

Considerations When Installing Staircases

Staircases are staple in storeyed buildings but also commonplace in buildings with basements and plenty of attic space. If you are constructing a building that requires staircases, here is a look at some important things you ought to consider so as to install the right staircases. Staircase material Just like many other home construction products, staircases do not come in one type of material. Rather, they can be built from a wide selection of materials like concrete, wood or metal.   Read More...

Steps Every Homeowner Should Take Before Asbestos Removal

When you think about asbestos removal, you may be thinking about handling it yourself. Though this is an option, you could be overlooking other asbestos in the home that needs removal or putting yourself at a health risk if you mishandle the asbestos during a DIY removal. If you decide to choose a professional asbestos removal route, you may be under the misconception that you simply call a removal agent and order the process.   Read More...

When to Call an Architect or Drafting Service to Help Design Your Home

If you're in the market for a new home, you can typically work with a builder who may offer a few limited designs, and which you might be able to personalize in a few small ways. However, working with an architect or drafting service means being able to completely design your home from the ground up. There are some advantages to this, as opposed to just working with a builder's designs; note when it's good to call an architect or drafting service to create specs or drawings of your new home.   Read More...