Whether you're gardening in the winter or protecting delicate houseplants, indoor greenhouses are an excellent solution. You can find miniature greenhouses meant purely for utility and others meant to provide aesthetic appeal. If you build your own mini-greenhouse, it's up to you. Here are some ideas for simple mini-greenhouses to use indoors. Plastic Bin Greenhouse For a convenient,...

A tax roll, sometimes called an assessment roll, is a record of all the properties subject to taxes in a given area. These lists include detailed information about properties and associated taxes, including land and vehicles in some states. To better understand the relationship between tax rolls and real estate, here's the basic info to know: What information...

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When climate-controlled air escapes or gaps allow non-climate-controlled air inside, heating and cooling system are forced to work overtime. Although frugal people often calculate the cost benefits of replacement windows to reduce energy loss, entry and secondary doors also have a significant effect. A poorly insulated door with even small gaps around the casing can create ongoing drafts....

After you spend a few months planning, planting and growing your garden, you may want to enjoy the fruits, and vegetables, of your labor. However, it can be tricky to know when and how to harvest your kitchen garden. These tips will help you pick produce that is ripe and ready: Keep a Garden Journal When you plant...

If you want a creative project that won’t break your budget, consider DIYs with paint. Painting an entire room or house can take time and effort, but smaller projects can be accomplished in a single weekend. You can even make your own custom decor by upcycling items you already own. Here are some budget-friendly DIY ideas with paint...

While it's never been simpler to plan your DIY design using virtual home decorating tools, you can still get valuable room decorating ideas from the experts. Your decor can make or break a first impression and affect how you feel in your own home. To help inspire you, here are some decorating tips and tricks from the pros:...

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Regardless of your personal design style, there are plenty of ways to incorporate vintage home decorations. Trends repeat themselves over time in interior design, making certain elements – such as vintage accents – timeless. Interested in adding some vintage flair to your indoor space? Here are some tips for decorating with vintage decor: Keep it light with rattan...

Entertaining outdoors doesn’t have to be an activity reserved for the summer months. With suitable design choices and feature additions, you can make your outdoor living space comfortable and fun in any season. Here are a few outdoor entertaining ideas to help you keep the party going all year round: Warm it up with fire or heat lamps...

Both screen and gutter cleaning are important home...

Antique barn converted into a charming, rustic country home on lovely 2.4 private, level acres. Set way back from road with beautiful perennial gardens everywhere including framing the long private drive from the road. The two-story Great Room with chestnut beams, barn wood walls, hardwood floors and floor to ceiling brick Fireplace is the WOW and the Country Kitchen adjoining cozy Family Room w/Fireplace and Sun Room/Screen Porch is the HEART of this home, all with spectacular original slate floors. There is a formal Dining Room in addition to ample seating and dining areas in the Great Room. Gorgeous views from the floor to ceiling...