I know there are many purists out there who would likely tell you that you should go with solid hardwood. While I love solid hardwood for flooring, I am an engineered hardwood kind of gal for a number of reasons. The greatest reason is that while...
Okay, my friends, it is time to talk about stair treads. If you, too, have been convinced that you absolutely must use white oak in your home renovation and you want your stairs to match your flooring, this post is for you! In this post, we will...
There’s nothing like a sparkling clean house to brighten your day. If your walls are smudged, stained, or dingy, they can make the whole room look a little grimy. Cleaning walls is easy and makes a big difference in the look and feel of your space!...
“I think that I shall never see / A poem as lovely as a tree…” (“Trees” by Joyce Kilmer) There’s something wonderful about trees in your yard. They add depth and beauty to your space that can’t be created in any other way. If you have gorgeous...
Let's talk about Romabio Masontry Flat for your brick home, shall we? There’s just something about a brick house. Sturdy, classic, and timeless, brick houses appreciate in value more than other types of homes, and they add more value to a...
Anytime you’re doing some remodeling or renovation on your home, you’re going to be faced with a lot of decisions, from flooring to paint color to fixtures and more. One choice that you may not think of immediately, but that is important to the...
Design by Oak Design Project Sometimes we focus all our DIY, decorating, and renovating attention on the most visible areas of our homes and neglect one of the most important: the master bedroom. Your bedroom should be a beautiful haven that...
Design by MO Design Brazilian cherry wood, also known as Brazilian cherry, or Jatoba is a gorgeous exotic hardwood that has been used for flooring for many years. If you’re considering installing Brazilian cherry wood floors in your house, or if...
In this post, we will share everything you need to know about LVT vs LVP to help you decide! While natural flooring materials are beautiful, sometimes they just aren't in the budget or they don't make sense for your home. Fortunately, both LVT and...
Design by Leah O'Connell Design Are you looking for a way to add character and a unique vibe to your space? Lacquered walls might be just the thing. You’ve seen them on Instagram or Pinterest or in home decor magazines; the sleek, high-gloss...
If your home has a lot of medium-density fiberboard, you may wonder how best to care for it. Or maybe you are starting some awesome DIYs that use medium-density fiberboard and you are wondering how to know what kind you’ll need. Is MDF waterproof?...
If you are considering using slate tile in your home, you’ve probably run across Montauk black slate tile. This slate, originating in Brazil, is absolutely gorgeous with its dark shades of deep gray and black. There is low variation in color and...
Does your house have wood interior trim? Lucky you! For a while, wood trim was considered dated, but it is making a comeback. In this post, we will share some gorgeous gray paint colors that go with dark wood trim! There is so much to love about...
Design by Pistachio Terrace Are you looking for a way to add a little personality, color, or interest to the interior of your home? Painting your interior doors is a great option, and there are tons of interior door colors from which to choose!...
If you’ve ever watched Fixer Upper, chances are you know what shiplap is. Brought into the public eye by Chip and Joanna Gaines, shiplap has become popular over the past several years. But it’s not just for the modern farmhouse aesthetic. Many...
Shower caulk may not be the most exciting topic to explore when you’re renovating your home or even doing basic maintenance on your home, but it’s an important one. Caulk is used to seal the seams around your shower or bathtub, making them...
When you are ready to improve the curb appeal of your home or upgrade your outdoor living space, pavers are an excellent option. What are pavers used for, you ask? Pavers are hardscaping materials that are used to create a flat surface. They are...
When it’s time to install or replace interior doors in your home, you may be surprised and overwhelmed at all the available options. Choosing the perfect doors for your home gives you that last piece of the interior design puzzle, making your space...
If you are considering installing white marble flooring in your home, I am so glad you are here! While there is no shortage of different types of marble flooring, this post is all about white marble. I am a HUGE fan of Carrara white marble, and you...
Engineered hardwood flooring is a popular choice for homeowners. It has many of the benefits of solid hardwood but without the cost. If your home has engineered hardwood floors, you likely love them. What do you do if they are showing wear and tear...
You are pulling up the flooring in the house you’re renovating, and you discover an unwelcome surprise: a damaged subfloor. Suddenly your flooring project becomes more complicated. What can you do to fix the problem? Replacing a subfloor is a big...
While toilets may not be the most pleasant of topics, they are a necessary one! When renovating your bathroom, you are most likely going to want to replace the old toilet with a new one, and you may not want to hire a professional to do it! In this...
You know the end is in sight when you are renovating your home, and you start thinking about trim or molding. It’s not the last thing you’ll install, but it does come into play near the end of your project. Interior house trim is one of the...
If you’re remodeling your bathroom, the time will come when you have to choose what material to use for your countertops. Bathroom counters are important: visually, they set the tone for the look and feel of your bathroom, and practically, they are...
Is your kitchen in need of a facelift? If you’re in the middle of renovating your kitchen, if you moved into a house with a kitchen you don’t love, or if you just need a new look, stained cabinets is a great solution. As demonstrated above in the...
When you’re building a new deck, you have a lot of choices for your decking material. One of the most popular decking materials is ipe decking. This South American hardwood is increasingly popular, and I think it’s one of the best materials you can...
Your kitchen needs to be a space you love, and it needs to be functional. Are kitchens with wood floors a good idea? That is the question we hope to help answer in this post. If your home is anything like ours, your kitchen is the most utilized...