Some home trends age well. Others… not so much. The problem is, what looked fresh 10 years ago can now make a space feel outdated fast. If something feels “off” about a room and you can’t figure out why, it’s probably one of these tired trends dragging it down. These are the design choices that…
Heat has a way of exposing every mistake you’ve made with your lawn. What might look fine in spring can turn crispy, patchy, or downright ugly once the temperatures crank up. If you’ve ever wondered why your lawn struggles every summer, there’s a good chance one of these habits is behind it. The good news?…
Pressure washers are powerful tools, but they’re not for everything. Some surfaces can’t handle that kind of force and end up worse off than before you started. Cracked paint, splintered wood, or water damage deep inside walls or siding can sneak up fast if you’re not careful. If you’ve been tempted to spray everything in…
Termites don’t show up out of nowhere. In fact, most of the time, your yard gives them a nice, warm welcome without you realizing it. These bugs are constantly looking for moisture, wood, and easy access to shelter—and plenty of everyday yard habits make that easier for them. If you’ve got random piles of debris…
Raccoons are opportunists through and through. If you’ve got food, shelter, or anything remotely interesting in your yard, they’re going to find it—and fast. These little bandits are more clever than you think, and once they know your place is a buffet, they’ll keep coming back. If you’re trying to keep them off your property,…
Not all firewood is created equal. Some woods are great for heat, while others can wreck your fireplace, clog up your chimney, or even send off harmful fumes. A bad choice can do more than leave you cold—it can damage your home or mess with your health. If you’re lighting up without knowing what’s in…
If you’re tired of smoky fires and cold nights, it might be time to rethink what’s stacked in your woodpile. Not all firewood burns the same. Some types burn hot and clean, giving you steady heat without coating your chimney in creosote. Others waste your time and leave behind a mess. These are the firewood…
Not all firewood is worth the effort it takes to split and stack it. Some woods burn too fast, smoke too much, or leave your chimney coated in creosote. Others are hard to light, don’t give off much heat, or make your whole house smell off. If your woodpile has been more frustrating than helpful…
You can put a lot of time into mowing and still end up with a yard that doesn’t look pulled together. A sloppy-looking lawn doesn’t always come down to how often you cut it—it’s usually the small stuff that gets overlooked. From uneven edges to patchy grass and poor cleanup habits, it all adds up….
Weeding feels like one of those chores where any effort should help, right? Unfortunately, some common weeding habits actually make things worse. Whether you’re encouraging weeds to grow back faster or accidentally spreading them around, it’s easy to undo your own hard work without realizing it. If your weeds keep coming back with a vengeance,…