5 Easy DIY Room Divider Ideas

Whether you need to make the most of the space you now have or you want to create a fresh look for your home, room dividers are a versatile, inexpensive choice. 

Room dividers allow you to:

  • ⬣ Turn a single-use room into a multi-purpose one
  • ⬣ Create the illusion that a room has more square footage than it does
  • ⬣ Allow you to have a separate, private space without the expense (and mess) of adding one or more walls.
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4 Ways To Protect Your Home From High Winds This Spring

4 Ways To Protect Your Home From High Winds This Spring

High winds are common during stormier times of the year. Sweeping through neighborhoods at astonishing speeds, these gales can damage or even remove parts of a home’s exterior entirely. As such, you as a homeowner must do what you can to prevent this from happing to your own property. Here are a few ways to protect your home from high winds and prevent frequent repairs this spring.

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5 Drywall Alternatives for Your Home

5 Drywall Alternatives for Your Home
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Whether you’re planning to build your house from the ground up or you’re doing a remodel, you have a lot of options for finishing the interior walls.

Drywall is one of the most commonly used finishes, but it’s by no means the only one.

Before diving into these different options, let’s consider the pros and cons of drywall.

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What Should You Look for in a Neighborhood?

What Should You Look for in a Neighborhood?

What you value in a neighborhood will depend greatly on your age, family demographics, and social needs. Here are just a few things to consider when exploring different neighborhoods in your area.

Green spaces

Even if you’re not an outdoorsy person, parks and green spaces are always a plus. They give the neighborhood a bit of breathing room and can provide a much needed respite. Check out a home’s proximity of the neighborhood’s parks and bike trails. These areas can often be a great place to meet neighbors after you move in.

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