By: Pat Curry Choosing the wrong type of paint finish could mean a do-over that costs twice as much. There’s a basic rule of thumb to follow when choosing paint sheens: The higher the sheen, the higher the shine — and the higher the shine, the more durable the paint will be. Flat paint has no shine; high-gloss is all shine. …
Homeowner Tip: The Best Time To Water Grass, Plus Other “Need-to-Knows” for July
By: Kelley Walters You may need to swap out your mop. Someone, somewhere probably gave you some bad information, which is why you may have some bad habits. Here are three things you need to stop doing in July: #1 Stop Watering Grass at Night Running the sprinklers late at night might seem smart, since it’s cool and you’re less likely to …
Homeowner Tip: 35 Money-Saving Household Habits
By: Amy Howell Hirt Adopt a few of these clever ways to save money at home to find a bit more cash each month. Your house gives you so much: security, pride, shelter. With all that on the line, it’s easy to assume the costs of keeping it up just are what they are. But wait. There are plenty of expenses …