The Hidden Dust Trap Above Your Head The Hidden Dust Trap Above Your Head (image credits: unsplash) You probably never think twice about it until someone mentions it – that ceiling fan spinning quietly above your head is collecting way more than you’d imagine. Over time, dust, dirt, pollen, and other allergens tend to accumulate …
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That Strange Musty Odor Isn’t Just Unpleasant – It’s a Warning Sign That Strange Musty Odor Isn’t Just Unpleasant – It’s a Warning Sign (image credits: wikimedia) Walking down into your basement and catching a whiff of that distinctive musty smell might seem like just another household annoyance. But here’s what most homeowners don’t realize: …
Outdated Kitchen Appliances in Non-Neutral Colors Outdated Kitchen Appliances in Non-Neutral Colors (image credits: flickr) Kitchen appliances in bold or dated colors can significantly harm your home’s resale value, according to real estate professionals. An appraiser will note a particular value for high-end kitchen appliances or quartz countertops, for instance. But if you have “undesirable …
Paint Cans Are Sitting Ducks for Extreme Weather Paint Cans Are Sitting Ducks for Extreme Weather (image credits: unsplash) That leftover gallon of paint from your last home makeover might seem like a logical garage dweller, but temperature swings can turn it into an expensive mistake. Those leftover paint cans from your living room makeover …
Bold Paint Colors That Scream Personal Taste Bold Paint Colors That Scream Personal Taste (image credits: unsplash) The bright red accent wall that makes your heart sing might actually make potential buyers run for the hills. Painting the interior of your home with a nonneutral color will likely add zero value to your home because …
Missing Stair Handrails Lurking Throughout Your Home Missing Stair Handrails Lurking Throughout Your Home (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re walking down your basement stairs carrying a load of laundry when suddenly you stumble. Reach out to steady yourself and… there’s nothing there. To comply with building codes, a staircase handrail must include a return …