Water damage can happen at any time. Floods, water leaks, water pipe bursts are all sources of water damage. Water damages your home in many ways- it causes mold to grow, its acidic quality corrodes metal and wood surfaces, it causes furniture to swell or warp – but the most detrimental effect is that water […]
Joshua Woodsman
Charming Recycled Interior of a Self-Built Cottage – an Interview with the Builder
We have already written about the builder of this charming cottage in this article. Today we bring you new photos of the largely completed interior. The interior lining is made of planks. What is their finish, are they recycled or new? Recycled wooden pallets! They are thrown to garbage here and there at various commercial […]
DIY House Foundation
There are a large number of types of foundations. Just take a stroll around the immediate area and you are sure to come across many different interesting solutions. In this article, I have summarized the basic types of foundations for residential buildings. Different types of foundations are suitable for different types of soils. The basic […]
8 Styling Secrets To Make Your Small Home Look Amazing
If you have a home that is on the smaller side, you may feel there is a limit to what you can do in terms of stylish décor. Nothing could be further from the truth and here are some styling secrets to make your small home look absolutely stunning. 1. Use Colors In Moderation The […]
Magic A-Frame Cabin
With the help of plans, skilled craftsmen, dedicated friends, and above all a strong determination, this imaginative builder decided to build a cozy cabin in the countryside. Thanks to the concrete footings, the cottage seems to float above the surrounding terrain. This gives it a special character, so what era should the cottage be classified […]
Small Kitchen Design
Even big things can happen in a small kitchen. Wondering how to furnish a small kitchen? If you have very limited space for your kitchen, don’t despair. With thoughtful design, even a small kitchen can be effectively enlarged and solutions can be designed for small spaces. How to design a small kitchen The key is […]
Building a Small Elevated Cabin in New York State Part 1
Because it can get very cold in Rensselaer County, NY, and because of other scheduling conflicts, I had to put the project on hold for Nov – Feb, and am restarting now. The tiny house is framed and the external ply is in place for all sides except for the front, and also on the […]
What is the Cheapest Way to Remove Iron from Well Water?
It’s really common to find iron in your well water. As a naturally occurring earth metal, iron dissolves into groundwater as it moves through bedrock, affecting the smell, taste, and color of drinking water. Probably the most frustrating effect of iron contamination is the bright colored stains that can often appear in sinks, bathtubs, and […]
Creating a Functional and Stunning Outdoor Space for Your Tiny Home
Tiny homes have become very popular over the last three years or so. Many people have realised the benefits of minimal living, finding that they can live a fruitful and comfortable life in a smaller space. There are numerous advantages of living in a tiny home, such as reducing your impact on the environment, but […]
Eco-Friendly Bed Frames: A Buyer’s Guide
Eco-friendly furniture is all the rage nowadays. People are all about combining their planet-saving efforts with style and sophistication by designing a more sustainable home. If you’re new to designing with environmental impact in mind, it can be difficult figuring out where to start. There are many levels to being “sustainable”. Some companies focus on […]
5 Ways to Renovate Your Kitchen
Is your kitchen looking tired out? Whether you’ve had the same kitchen for years or you’ve just moved into your new place, your kitchen may be in need of a refresh. The question, though, is where to start? The kitchen is, without a doubt, the heart of the home. It’s where the best conversations are […]
Off-Grid Hut in the Middle of Nature – an Interview with Self-Builder Chris
– Where are you building your cabin?The cabin is in the western part of Virginia. It is a rural area on a hillside overlooking a valley. There are farms nearby and a significant population of Amish folks. The area feels very old-timey, but the cabin is on a large enough piece of land that you […]
6 Remodeling Tips to Give You the Comfy Home You Have Always Wanted
Do you feel unsatisfied with the look of your house? If so, it is completely understandable. The passage of time can make any house look less appealing, particularly if you do not have that much time and energy to put into its maintenance. In such a situation, it is only natural that you are thinking […]
A Little Piece of Heaven: Making Your Vacation Rental As Comfy As Home
The pandemic is by no means over, but its unbreakable grip on how we live our lives is slowly but surely beginning to loosen. With the widespread proliferation of vaccines and COVID tests, we are finally free to travel and go on vacation again! It’s a break that many of us needed, as being stuck […]
For the Nontraditional: The Benefits That Come With Building a Tiny House
It is no secret that building a home from scratch is a daunting task. From high costs, unforeseen circumstances, and months and months of hard work, building a traditional home is a grueling process. You have to hire professional builders, contractors, carpenters, plumbers, and more. In addition, set a specific budget and work hard to […]
To Build or Not to Build: Should You Add to Your Home, or Build a New One?
Most people dream of being homeowners, but once that dream is fulfilled it’s not uncommon for people to feel like they’re outgrowing or have outgrown the confines of their house. This is especially true for growing families. A large house with two people can feel downright tiny with a family of four or five, particularly […]
