Beware of Product Defects that Could Cause Appliance Fires

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 14:26 - Tom Kraeutler

You may know that an unattended stove or a lint-filled dryer create major appliance fire hazards. But did you know that millions of appliances have been recalled over the past five years because of product defects that could cause a fire? Your appliances can actually catch fire through no fault...

Give Your Home a Red Carpet Makeover

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 13:47 - Leslie Segrete

It’s Oscar season again, and everyone’s wondering who the winners and losers will be according to the Academy…and the fashion police! You can make sure your home gets on the best-dressed list with a red carpet-worthy makeover guided by these three words: glitz, glamour and luxury.

Crystal...

Home Improvement, White House Style

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 10:55 - Tom Kraeutler

We cannot tell a lie…Every home needs maintenance and occasional improvement, no matter how famous the address. As we approach President's Day, it's a good time to consider the construction and renovation history of America’s “Money Pit” at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C!

Like any...

Beat the Winter Blahs with Simple Home Spruce-Ups

Thu, 02/09/2012 - 00:44 - Leslie Segrete

The long, dark, cold days of winter tend to give project-loving homeowners the blues. But you don’t have to wait for spring to add cheer. A few thrifty home improvement projects can spruce up your home and your spirits. Here are some ideas on how to beat the winter blues.

First of all—this may...

Man Builds House from 1.4 Billion in Cash: The Ultimate Money Pit!

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 09:58 - Tom Kraeutler

You may put a lot of money into your home, but how about building a home out of money? According to IrishTimes.com, an artist in Dublin, Ireland, has done it, using 1.4 billion in decommissioned euros to create a three-room apartment in the lobby of his studio.

Frank Buckley obtained two...