Reseal grout on any ceramic tile you may have in your home is very important to keep your tile surfaces looking new and to keep your walls, floors and other areas protected. Reseal grout found on tile floors, bathroom showers, counter tiles, back splashes and more to make your tile look fresh. This is an important home maintenance tip because grout is porous and therefore very susceptible to discoloration, stain, and a crafty place for mold and mildew to grow. It is not fun if you develop mildew and mold in your home because both mold and mildew can cause illnesses. Find the appropriate sealer and apply it to your tiles and grout lines to keep things look fresh and like new. Read More
HomeZada Home Maintenance Tip: Fertilize Your Lawn
Fertilize your lawn with the right mixture and at the right time can keep your lawn growing, keep it healthy, and keep it looking great. It is important to know based on your climate when is the best time to fertilize your lawn. Spring and fall are good general rules of thumb. Some folks fertilize their lawns twice a year in both the spring and the fall, but some only fertilize once a year. It is important to make sure you do not to fertilize too much as this can cause your lawn to burn. A burnt lawn does not look good and will create a poor appearance and could result in needing to replace your lawn from too much burnt and dead grass. Read More
HomeZada Maintenance Tip: Reseal Stone Surfaces
The trend in many homes the past few years has been stone counter tops in kitchens, bathrooms and other entertainment areas. Many people have also opted to put in stone tiles as flooring in certain rooms. These stones vary from granite, marble, travertine, and more. Some stone surfaces are porous and can absorb water and moisture. It is important to understand each stone surface you have, and find the appropriate product to reseal stone surfaces. Many of the porous stones will start to discolor over time if they absorb too much water and moisture, and ruin your overall aesthetic look of the tile and the room. Read More
Maintenance Tip: Replace Central Air Conditioning Filters
Replacing central air conditioning filters frequently is an important part of keeping your home healthy. Depending on the type of filters you buy, these can catch dirt, dust, pollen, pet dander, and even smoke. Forgetting to replace these filters causes the air in the home to be unhealthy. Also, it can cause discolorations in carpets and walls. And it makes your units work harder than they need which makes them more susceptible to wear out quicker and leads to increased energy costs.
Three Tips for Home Project Management and Organization
January is Getting Organized month and the time of year where people are setting resolutions and goals for the year. It is also a great time to start getting the process for home projects organized. Do you have home remodeling projects, home decor or fix it projects that you need to get done in 2014? Read More