On TikTok, the #bathroommakeover hashtag has over 1 billion views. Scroll through the videos and two things become apparent. First, be it a subtle refresh or a complete overhaul, TikTok creators have so many clever bathroom remodel ideas. Second, while some creativity may be necessary, breaking the bank is not. […]
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Since its opening in 1985, the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City has provided families a place to stay while their child is receiving medical treatment at local hospital. Now, the Ronald McDonald House is seeking the community’s help as its kitchen is remodeled in the coming months. Shannon Greene, executive director at Ronald McDonald […]
More than half of Americans think their home improvement project will take longer than planned, according to a survey from Angi. (iStock) The majority of Americans (52%) believe that home improvement projects will take longer than expected, but many are still confident in their ability to do the projects themselves, […]
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If you’re living with a disability, small design choices can make a big difference to your quality of life. High bathroom consoles make it hard to wash your hands from a wheelchair; low sofas are hard to get out of when you have a knee condition. Today, Pottery Barn is […]
This post is sponsored and contributed by Thumbtack, a Patch Brand Partner. Moving into a new home is an exciting time — but it can be equally as stressful when you factor in projects such as making repairs, deep cleaning your space and changing the locks. Fortunately, there are ways […]
Shutterstock.com If you’re planning to renovate your bathroom, you might need some pretty deep pockets. The average cost of a bathroom remodel is $11,171, and most homeowners spend from $6,609 to $16,615 to completely remove and replace fixtures, walls and appliances, according to HomeAdvisor. A larger bathroom, however, can cost […]
Photo: Diego Cervo (Shutterstock) In case you haven’t noticed, it’s hot out there. It almost doesn’t matter where you live—even the goddamn arctic circle experienced temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit a couple of years ago, and heat waves have made life unbearable in Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia this […]
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (KXAN) — This week, 36 middle school girls are geared up with hard hats, safety goggles and their own tools ready to tackle new tasks. It’s all part of the free Camp NAWIC, or the National Association of Women in Construction, which provides hands-on learning. Those behind the […]
Written by Leah Dolan, CNN Plump, plush and — for want of a better word — squishy fittings have dominated homes and Instagram feeds alike since the 1970s design revival began approximately two years ago. Vogue anointed puffy furniture “2021’s most delightful home trend” last May, while the New York […]
