Archive for October, 2009
Master Bedroom Design
Too often, designing and decorating the master bedroom falls to the back burner. It is generally a room out of the way, not in plain view of guests, so the kitchen, living room, and main bathroom tend to get more attention. But remember that your bedroom is your sanctuary. Kids and teens decorate their bedrooms with posters and accessories [...]
Monitoring HVAC Zones: Thermostats and Dampers
A HVAC zone refers to a precise area of a building that is heated, cooled, or ventilated by a HVAC system. Zones may be specific rooms or whole floors of a home. Commercially, a zone may be one office, a section of offices, or a story of a building. Today's residential homes are generally built with three to five HVAC zones. Each zone has [...]
Tips for Purchasing Energy-Efficient Windows
Purchasing replacement windows will put money back into your pocket if you choose to replace your old existing windows with new energy-efficient windows. You will especially notice a difference during the hot summer months and cold winter months. It's important to remember your current location and the design and layout of your home. This plays [...]
Turning a Basement into a Gameroom
When it comes to transforming your basement into a gameroom, the possibilities are truly endless. After enlisting the help of a basement finishing contractor, the fun begins. Do you want a theme room, like your favorite sport, a casino lounge, or pub decor? To be wise, it is best to avoid a cluster of posters, street signs, and beer logos. [...]
Home Improvements that Pay Off
In times of economic uncertainty it is only natural that we try to save money. We cancel expensive vacation trips, cut on leisure, postpone the purchase of that brand new car, and put off major expenditures such as home remodeling and repairs. The idea is to stretch our hard earned dollars and save everything we can, in case we come to face even [...]
