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The Secret to Long-Lasting Porch Posts!
  • by Megan Haskins

The Secret to Long-Lasting Porch Posts!

If you want your porch posts to last, don’t overlook how they touch the ground. Choosing the Right Material Wood posts require sealing and maintenance to prevent rot and keep them looking good. Composite or PVC options offer durability with...

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Hidden Paint Areas To Look Out For When Building
  • by Megan Haskins

Hidden Paint Areas To Look Out For When Building

When you’re building a new home, you expect a flawless paint job. But what you might not realize is that some areas often get skipped.  It’s not always intentional, but many painters leave certain spots unfinished simply because they’re out...

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Home Products You Don’t Need … But Definitely Want!
  • by Megan Haskins

Home Products You Don’t Need … But Definitely Want!

Here are some popular Amazon home products that I’ve discovered over the last couple years that I can’t stop talking about! Auto-Fill Dog Bowl Tired of refilling your dog’s outdoor water bowl every few hours? This bowl is designed to...

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Top 10 Most Complained About Home Features
  • by Megan Haskins

Top 10 Most Complained About Home Features

These are the most complained about home features from over 300 homeowners who’ve had a brand new house built! 10. Double Vanity  Homeowners often regret double vanities in the bathroom. They prefer a single, continuous countertop with two sinks, arguing...

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Bathtub on Mortar…?
  • by Megan Haskins

Bathtub on Mortar…?

Do you really need to set your tub on mortar when building or renovating a bathroom? It’s an older technique that seems to have fallen off—at least from what I see around here—but it’s still worth considering. Why Use Mortar?...

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Don’t You Dare Skip These 3 Upgrades in Your New Home!
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t You Dare Skip These 3 Upgrades in Your New Home!

Building a new home? Listen up, because these 3 upgrades are ones you do NOT want to skip. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later. 1. Moen Flo Ever had that nagging thought while you’re on vacation: What if a  pipe...

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