imgConsider these different types of backyard storage ideas for your home. These storage solutions will transform your backyard into a space-saving wonder and keep your home from falling into disarray.

Space has risen to a prime value that people are looking outside the house for storage options. This is where the backyard space comes in handy. When you have plenty of stuff to battle with, a proper use of the backyard for storage ideas will give you the relief that you need.

To make the most of your backyard space, think about which of your belongings you wish to put out of sight. Consider the available space you can work with as well as weather conditions, type of maintenance you’re ready to deal with, and your backyard aesthetics. All these will help you narrow down your choices from the different types of backyard storage ideas that are available today.

 

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While not every home renovation works in the exact same order, you may want to follow a certain course to help avoid unnecessary work. For example, you don’t want to close walls and paint, only to realize you need to add a new plumbing stack that requires going behind the wall again.

Many renovation projects involve multiple steps. Here are 10 common steps to consider.

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Most homeowners embarking on any relatively ambitious home remodeling project need to have a general sense of the cost before taking the first step. It is possible to plunge into painting the living room or self-installing vinyl flooring in a small bathroom, all without tabulating project costs, since materials cost is typically low and the labor is free. But medium or large projects like additions, basement finishing, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and major plumbing remodels usually come with high enough costs that planning and preparation are necessary.

While no one can give you a firm remodel cost estimate without seeing your exact situation, it is possible to hazard a few rough figures for many of the most desired projects.

 

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Learn all you need to know about granite, from installing, cost, cleaning, removing stains, and even picking out the perfect sink to accompany it!

Granite is a fantastic material for countertops, whether they’re in your bathroom, kitchen, or in a home bar area. It’s incredibly durable: you can set hot pans and pots on it, spill wine on it without staining, and (if it’s sealed properly) you can even skip the cutting board!

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What’s the most important room in your house? For me it’s the kitchen. I love to eat, cook and spend time with family, and the kitchen is where I can do it all. With today’s busy schedules, mealtimes are often the only times families have to spend with one another. So how can you have the perfect kitchen for your lifestyle, stay within your budget and maximize resale value?

One of the most important steps in any project is starting with a great design. It’s not just about looks, it’s more about function and adding value to your life. More than any other room in the house, a kitchen has to be well thought out, carefully configured and designed to accommodate multiple functions. You probably spend more time in your kitchen than any other room, and that’s exactly why it’s so important to start with a great design. Consider these seven ways to get there.

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