Adding wainscoting to any room adds visual interest and gives a little touch of New England even if your house is suburban bland. We found several easy to follow how-tos for this easy DIY project. You can go green on this project in two easy ways, too – New England Classic wainscoting is made of furniture-grade hardwood veneers with an engineered wood core,...

The variety of home and do-it-yourself magazines available can be a little overwhelming. We scanned the shelves at our local bookstore and make these recommendations if you’re thinking about adding a new magazine to your library. Backyard Living Backyard Living Magazine is for hands-on people who love working and relaxing in their “outdoor living...

Having the right DIY tools around the house can help you save money. Before you buy something, take a look around. Do you have something you can repair? or modify to suit new purposes? Ingenuity is frugality at its best. Do a 30-minute walk through your home and check for things that you can repair easily and save money in the long run. Some ideas; Walls &...

A house becomes a home when we make it our place of renewal and family — a place where we unwind from our busy days and connect again with each other. We design interiors filled with the things we love to create a place of laughter, light and beauty. But a home is more than a haven for us — it is a place that can have an impact our health and even the...