Home Management & Maintenance Blog
Experts say that every dollar spent on preventative home maintenance saves at least $10 in future repairs.
Retro Paint Colors
These Retro Paint Colors are an excellent resource for Eichler, Neutra, and Lautner retro home restorers. Sears Harmony House Color Chart This 1964 Sears Harmony House Mid-Century paint color chart evokes a nostalgic and timeless elegance. Post-war colors reflected the optimism of the era, and were characterized by a vibrance…
Read More »Romabio Whites & Neutrals
Explore the Romabio Whites & Neutrals color palette. These popular colors have the unique ability to be on trend and classic at the same time; appealing to a wide variety of consumers. Of special note, Romabio has a remarkable and versatile off-white that coordinates with cool and warm tones called…
Read More »Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Every home should have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. They are life savers. Most contemporary furniture and furnishings are made from synthetic materials which burn faster. Smoke and fire detectors give you additional time to escape in the event of an emergency. BRK smoke alarms are available in a variety…
Read More »Cabot Heat-Reducing Solid Stain
Cabot is a manufacturer of exceptional exterior wood finishes. Cabot’s latest product, Cabot Heat-Reducing Solid Stain + Sealer with Cool Feel Technology, enhances outdoor comfort by blocking and reflecting UV rays and reduces surface temperatures by up to 20 degrees Available in three colors—Cashmere Brown, Equestrian Brown, and Hampton…
Read More »Abatron Wood Repair Epoxy
Abatron’s wood repair epoxy is a two step wood repair system that fills and fixes rotted wood. LiquidWood is used to structurally harden and waterproof decayed wood. WoodEpox is a shrink free epoxy putty used to fill and repair missing wood permanently. Use them to restore and repair damaged wood…
Read More »Best Interior Whites
A fresh coat of white paint can enhance any space, but selecting the right one can be challenging. White is one of the toughest paint colors to pick. Stark white communicates as cold and sterile and isn’t recommended for decorating, unless it is for a modern style home. The best…
Read More »Annual Termite Inspections
Early Detection Saves Money Unless you are an experienced termite hunter, these pests are hard to detect until costly damage has already happened. Hire a professional who recognizes signs of termite activity. Annual inspections enable early detection of termite colonies, allowing for action before the colony spreads. By addressing issues…
Read More »Summer Paint Colors
Summer inspired colors are happy colors. Redecorating is easier when you have an inspirational theme. Pool Party Inspired Colors Make a splash with these pool party inspired Summer Paint Colors. Capture the essence of fun and vacation relaxation. From the energetic greens of palm tree fronds to the calming blues…
Read More »Interior Water Conservation & Leak Detection
Leaks can waste more water on a daily basis than a lawn sprinkler system uses. Fixing leaks not only saves water, it saves money on your water bill. A good home management checklist will include a checkbox for Interior Water Conservation & Leak Detection. If your water bill is higher…
Read More »Elastomeric Paint
Elastomeric paint is a rubberized and stretchable waterproof coating that can stretch 1/8′ to cover cracks in stucco. The coating must be applied at a minimum of 16-20 mils thick to achieve it’s stretchability. Rust-Oleum Elastomeric Noxyde is a high-performance, rust preventative, water based elastomeric acrylic coating. Noxyde can be…
Read More »Laundry Stain Remover
Whether it’s a sofa, couch, chair, patio furniture, curtains, carpet, or clothing, something made of fabric always seems to get dirty. Keep your fabrics looking fresh and new with OxiClean MaxForce Laundry Stain Remover. Stains happen and one doesn’t always know what they are or how they got there. Whether…
Read More »Hopecore Paint Colors
Anything that inspires you can be part of a decorating color scheme. Hopecore is about improving the human condition; it’s dedicated to finding joy and positivity in everything. This emerging lifestyle philosophy is dedicated to spreading optimism, encouragement and self-confidence. Hopecore posits that each of us is the superstar of…
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