Sometimes, we tend to think that air pollution is only found outside due to smoke, dust, and other pollutants. However, the air inside your house, office, and other buildings can be more polluted than the air outside. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air quality can even be five times worse than outdoor air quality. Low air quality …
Wood You Rather: Your Guide to Wood Textures
When it comes to choosing the right wood for your project, whether that’s a barn door or an accent wall, color is just one factor. Texture, or the details in the unique grain patterns of wood, can drastically affect the style of your home. Below is your guide to wood textures and what to know when deciding which wood is …
Should I Hire a Contractor or Do-It-Myself for My Remodel?
Home renovations can increase the value of your property, or even just make it a more beautiful and more comfortable place for you and your family. Some renovation jobs are fairly easy to do yourself, and may even be a fun weekend DIY project. But when is it better to leave it to the experts? Here are the things to …
CDA Wood vs. Reclaimed Wood
Reclaimed wood is one of the most popular building materials today. Years of exposure to the elements brings out the wood’s color and can make it stronger. However, it is also more expensive and difficult to source. CDA wood looks exactly like reclaimed wood. The boards have been “weathered” in a special process that mimics all the rain, sun exposure, …
These Days in the Real Estate World
With winter here, many people would have thought the real estate market would slow down, but that is not the case. Inventory continues decreasing across the US while the home prices and the number of buyers continue to increase. It looks this way in Canada, as well. Since the pandemic started, more people have decided they would like to purchase …