Pocket doors were popular in the Victorian era, but gradually fell out of favor due to mechanical issues and changing tastes. Now, thanks to hardware improvements and modern designs, pocket doors are seeing a resurgence in popularity, especially as people look for ways to maximize space in their homes. Pocket doors hang from rollers suspended from an overhead track. The …
Fall is the Perfect Time to Prep Your Home’s Exterior for Winter
Fall is here and the weather is perfect for spending more time outdoors. It is also the perfect time to start preparing your home’s exterior outdoor living space for the impending harsh winter weather. Taking the time now to get your home prepared for snow, ice, and freezing temperature will not only help protect your home but will save …
How to Repair Damaged Moulding
Moulding provides a beautiful architectural element to your home, but it also helps protect your walls. Over time, moulding can take a beating. Chair rails become dented by doors being slammed open, baseboards get hit by the vacuum a few too many times, or perhaps Fido used your moulding as a chew toy. All of this abuse can leave …
Selecting the Best Window Material for Your Home
Windows are an important component of your home. Not only do they affect the aesthetics of your home, but they can also impact the energy efficiency. With several options for window materials to select from, choosing the right one can be confusing.
Kwikset’s Home Connection Technology Provides Allows Lock Control From Anywhere
Imagine never again having to worry about whether or not you locked your front door? Or never having to fumble with your keys while carrying in bags of groceries? What if you could let in a repairman or cleaning service without having to be home or trusting them with a key? What if you could know exactly when your kids …
Add Style to Your Interior Space with Decorative Glass Doors
Decorative glass doors are popular choices for elegant entry doors, but they are also a great option for interior doors. Decorative glass doors add visual interest and create a beautiful design element. Glass doors are an excellent way to customize your home. They also provide privacy and sound buffering while still allowing in light.
Define Your Home’s Personality with Exterior Architectural Details
Decorating isn’t just for the interior of your home. The décor of the exterior of your home is just as important, if not more important, as the interior. The exterior is the first thing visitors see. And as the old adage says, “it’s all in the details.” In this case, those details are the architectural details.
Add Style to Your Wood Structures with OZCO Ornamental Wood Ties Hardware
Whether you’re building a new deck, a gazebo, a fence, or other wood structure, you’ve undoubtedly put a great deal of thought and consideration into the design and aesthetics of your project. So why settle for plain, unattractive connectors and components? OZCO Ornamental Wood Ties, manufactured by OZCO Building Products, offers a wide range of decorative structural wood connectors and …
Protect Floors and Door Jambs During Construction with Ram Board
Construction is a messy business. And most of the mess ends up on the floor, making it necessary to protect the floor from damage during construction. In fact, 90 percent of construction projects require temporary floor protection. Ram Board heavy-duty temporary floor protection, available from McCray Lumber and Millwork, is the perfect solution. Ram Board has been the top choice …
Give Your Deck Personality with Stylish Deck Railings
Whether you’re building a new deck or upgrading an existing deck, the deck railing is an important component. While its primary purpose is to provide safety, it should also provide aesthetic value. The deck railing, including the posts, panels or balusters, and hand railing, is perhaps the most visible component of your deck. It is the first thing guests see …