DIY Home Project: Cold Frame

Today were looking at building a cold frame, for those that don't know what a cold frame is, its essentially a green house used during the colder months to continue growing when the weather and temperatures aren't ideal. This works great all year, during the spring you can house seedlings that you started in doors and during the winter months you can continue to grow due to the sun light heating the box which heats the soil inside. Check it out HERE!

DIY Home Project: Raised Garden Beds

Today we are looking at a raised garden bed that is very easy to build and looks great. You could even stain it to make it look even better. This will easily class up any garden and even gives a net option that will keep the critters out from both top and bottom. Check it out HERE!

Adding Value with Home Repairs

Selling your home? Don’t overlook some easy and relatively inexpensive fixes that can add real value to your home’s selling price. While major remodeling is costly and may not address the needs and tastes of prospective buyers, these repairs and maintenance suggestions have universal appeal and may help you sell more quickly—and for a better price.

INTERIOR

• Bathrooms and the kitchen should be given a deep cleaning. Consider hiring a cleaning company that offers “move in / move out” cleaning services to do the job.

• If kitchen cabinet exteriors are in bad shape, refacing may be an option. Far less expensive than new cabinetry, refacing can give old and worn cabinets new life and can visually update a kitchen.

• Consider replacing kitchen or bathroom counters with a neutral colored laminate surface if the current material is badly worn or stained. This gives everything a fresh look and prevents potential buyers from focusing on an eyesore.

• Fresh paint on the walls and ceilings will do wonders for all rooms in the home. Stick with neutral colors so that buyers aren’t distracted by colors that make a statement. They’ll be able to imagine themselves and their furniture in the space much more easily.

• If carpet is covering hardwood floors, consider having it removed to expose the hardwood flooring. Hardwood floors are desirable, so they should be shown off. If carpet is staying, it goes without saying that should be thoroughly cleaned.

EXTERIOR

• If the entire exterior needs painting, do it. Buyers notice if paint is faded and peeling. If the paint is in good shape overall, renew the doors and trim with a fresh coat.

• Clean the windows inside and out so they sparkle. It’s amazing what a difference this can make in a home’s appearance. Hiring a professional window cleaning company is the easiest and safest way to get the job done on a multi-story home.

• Clear clutter from the yard, keep the lawn mowed, and trim any overgrown shrubs that detract from the home’s appearance. Your home should look well maintained even at first glance.

• Plant some bright, colorful flowers along the entry path and doorway to add a welcoming touch.

Save major remodeling projects—and the budget required—for your new home, not the one you’re about to sell. But implementing some of the steps above can increase the appeal to prospective buyers without a huge investment in time or money, getting you on your way to your new home sooner!

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DIY Home Project: Ikea Shelf Hack Version Two

Today were looking at a great Ikea hack that combines a dresser and shelf to make a large shelf unit. It looks great and is very simple to assemble. Check it out HERE.

DIY Home Project: Ikea Shelf Hack

Today were looking at turning an old Ikea Shelf into something much more elegant and functional. You can see the complete instructions HERE.