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Home Features So Good They're Worth Having Two
  • by Megan Haskins

Home Features So Good They're Worth Having Two

Don’t regret not doubling up on these home features. Two Washer and Dryer Sets If you have kids, this one can be a game changer. One laundry room always seems fine on paper until everyone needs it at the same...

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5 Life Changing Home Features Home Owners Swear By
  • by Megan Haskins

5 Life Changing Home Features Home Owners Swear By

These are the five upgrades that barely move the budget but change how the house feels every single day. Full-Size 36" Interior Doors Once you've moved furniture through a narrow doorway, you'll understand this one immediately. A 36-inch door gives...

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The Best Window to Put Above Your Kitchen Sink
  • by Megan Haskins

The Best Window to Put Above Your Kitchen Sink

If I'm putting a window above a kitchen sink, I want a great view and plenty of natural light. Having a window there makes a huge difference but if you're building, there's one decision you'll need to make… Picture window...

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4 Luxury Lighting Upgrades
  • by Megan Haskins

4 Luxury Lighting Upgrades

Most homes have enough light. Very few have great lighting. These are four lighting upgrades that instantly elevate a home and they're much easier to add before drywall goes up. Stair Lighting Stair lighting is one of those features that...

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Wiring Upgrades Most Builders Won’t Add Unless You Ask
  • by Megan Haskins

Wiring Upgrades Most Builders Won’t Add Unless You Ask

Most builders wire homes for today. Not for what you’ll actually want five years from now. These are some of the smartest wiring upgrades people wish they had added during rough-in. Smart Thermostat and Room Sensors Most thermostats only read...

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Why Homeowners Are Ditching Small Tiles for Large Ones
  • by Megan Haskins

Why Homeowners Are Ditching Small Tiles for Large Ones

Small tile had its run. Large-format tile is taking over modern homes for a reason. Here’s why the shift is happening. Small Tiles Mean More Grout Problems The biggest issue with small tiles is simple. There are too many grout...

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