Archive for Home Exterior
The old adage “good things come in small packages” is very apt when speaking of protecting your home from damages. Minor details, often overlooked, are usually the ones that provide the greatest payoff in the future. This is certainly the case with gutters.
A guttering system includes the trough-like attachments found on the edge of a [...]
If you are tired of ugly downspouts and would like a more attractive alternative, have you thought about using rain chain downspouts instead? They are easy to install and look much more attractive than plastic spouting. Rain chains have been used in Japan for many years where very large, decorative examples can be seen in [...]
The beauty of asking experts their opinion on a topic is that they have some great tips to give. So, when we wanted to know more about conservatory roofs, we decided to ask some home improvement experts for their opinion as to what makes a good conservatory roof.
All of these enthusiasts were agreed that a [...]
Chinking is very important when you are building a log cabin or log home. It seals the spaces between the logs to keep exterior air out and interior air in. It also keeps bugs and moisture from getting in your home. Chinking is a material that goes between the logs as you put them together [...]
Chinking is a necessity for any and all log cabins. It is a material placed between the logs of your log home that protects your home from insects, moisture and air from getting into the interior of the home. It also works as an additional layer of insulation, providing additional warmth in the colder winter [...]
In the world of timber frame homes, there are two main varieties: the lighter timber frame home and heavy timber frame homes. Before getting into the differences between the two, let’s first look at where timber framing originated.
Timber framing is an ancient art that originated mainly in Europe. It can be seen on some old [...]
Chinking refers to the process of filling in the gaps that exist between logs in a log home, as a protective measure to prevent wind, rain and other elements from accessing the interior of the cabin. If you own a log home or log cabin, then this is a process that you will want to [...]
Are you considering installing a new oak front door? If so, some basic knowledge of hardwood doors may be helpful to you when making your final purchase. Oak is a durable hardwood that will provide years of lasting beauty and durability. Unlike softwoods like pine or aspen, oak resists dings and scratches and holds up [...]
You know that first impressions are everything. This is especially true when you are trying to sell your home. Every realtor will tell you that in order to more easily sell your home, you should have your home staged with good looking furniture and should have the yard looking great, but there are also some [...]
Although this site is usually dedicated to backyards and gardens, we figured that every backyard and garden has a house attached to it, and therefore can benefit from the information included in this article! Because you probably own a home, we wanted to make sure that you don’t miss out on the home improvements that [...]
When it’s time to paint your home, you may want to save money and paint it yourself. However, the problem is that most people do not have the know-how to paint a house, especially when it comes to exterior painting rather than interior painting, so it is beneficial to hire professional house painters for a [...]
Log siding is a product manufactured for the exterior, as well as the interior, of a home or building. It can be made out of many species of lumber and you can finish log siding in many different ways. Made to look like an authentic log home, it is a great choice in a wooded [...]
When compared to working with wood, maintaining vinyl house shutters is an absolute breeze, but it’s still a considerable amount of work on a large house. Luckily, it only has to be done once every year or two! In this post, I want to show you some of the basics of vinyl shutter maintenance and [...]
One of the most common choices for decorating the exteriors of homes in the US is exterior shutters. These shutters are so common that they are seen on nearly every home in most neighborhoods, and many people assume that homes they are thinking about purchasing will have them. But when it comes to choosing the [...]
If you are thinking of redoing the outside of your home and are considering replacing the windows, then it is a good idea to check out the advantages of replacing each old worn out wooden window with a new energy efficient double glazed window. Replacing all of the old windows in the house with [...]
If you’re planning on buying a new air conditioning system in the near future, then a split air conditioner is an option that you should consider. Split air conditioners have several advantages over central air conditioners, but are also generally more expensive than their closest alternative – window conditioners. This article will discuss what split [...]
These days, there are many homeowners replacing the exterior doors of their home with PVC doors. A PVC door offers many benefits for homeowners over more traditional alternatives, such as wood and metal doors. These doors are made of a synthetic material that does not show signs of wear and tear or damages [...]
So, you’ve created a beautiful backyard oasis, only to have it overrun with birds that like the space just as much as you do. If you are looking for an easy way to get rid of those pesky birds that is also humane and doesn’t involve chemicals or any other harsh alternatives, then installing plastic [...]
When it comes to lighting up the areas around the outside of your home, there are many options – from dangling lantern lights to obscure driveway lights, and from bright security lighting to more gentle garden lighting and more. But no lighting option makes more of an impact on the exterior décor of your home [...]