Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or have celebrated the holiday season in your home for many years, festive decorations can make your home feel cluttered. It’s easy to get carried away, and there is a fine line between tasteful maximalism and overkill. When you’re ready to deck the halls, here are 15 ways to decorate for the holidays without feeling cluttered.
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Any gardener will tell you that gardening can grow from a regular hobby to a passion or an outlet for emotions or stress. If the gardener in your life has expressed their need for tools, equipment, or decorative elements, why not invest in their hobby? Here are six of the best holiday gifts for aspiring gardeners.
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Tired of cold feet in the morning?
Radiant heating, also known as underfloor heating, is an energy-efficient way to stay warm during the chilly months, whether you’re just starting a renovation or building a new home.
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The first holiday season in your new home is a special time for creating memories. Decorating your house for the first time is an exciting part of the festivities, but it can also be stressful — particularly for your bank account.
After making a down payment on your new home — plus paying for a home inspection and other moving expenses amid high inflation — spending more money on holiday decor might seem unthinkable. And if you’re still shopping for a new home this holiday season, it can feel frivolous.
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At best, a power outage is an inconvenience because it interferes with your ability to work and enjoy yourself at home, such as your lights, TV, and computer. At worst, a blackout can actually endanger your life because it can disable your heating system in the dead of winter, disable your air conditioner in the middle of a summer heat wave, or disrupt life-saving medical equipment.
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