A few ideas to step up your mudroom

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A mudroom can be a great addition to a home, especially for those who live in areas with inclement weather. Here are some reasons why:

  1. Storage: A mudroom is a great place to store shoes, boots, coats, hats, and other outdoor gear. This keeps these items out of the way and prevents them from cluttering up the rest of the house.
  2. Organization: With proper storage solutions, a mudroom can help keep your outdoor gear organized and easy to find. This can save time and reduce stress when trying to get out the door in a hurry.
  3. Cleanliness: A mudroom can help keep dirt, mud, and other outdoor debris from being tracked into the rest of the house. This can help reduce the amount of cleaning you need to do and keep your floors and carpets looking nicer for longer.
  4. Convenience: Having a dedicated space for outdoor gear and equipment can make it more convenient to come and go from your home. You won’t need to worry about forgetting something or searching for misplaced items.

Overall, a mudroom can be a great addition to a home, especially for those who spend a lot of time outdoors or live in areas with inclement weather. It can provide storage, organization, cleanliness, and convenience, making it a valuable space in any home.

There used to be a closet in the middle of the wall, we took out the closet and added the built-ins.

3 Tips for Spring Maintenance on your house

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  1. Inspect and Clean Your Gutters: During winter, your gutters can get clogged with leaves, debris, and snow. It’s important to clean them out in the spring to prevent water damage to your home. You can use a ladder to reach your gutters, but if you’re not comfortable with heights, it’s best to hire a professional.
  2. Service Your HVAC System: Before the warm weather arrives, it’s important to have your HVAC system serviced. This includes cleaning or replacing the air filters, checking the refrigerant levels, and inspecting the coils and condensate drain. This will ensure that your system is running efficiently and effectively to keep you cool during the hot months ahead.
  3. Power Wash: Use a pressure washer to clean your outdoor surfaces such as your deck, patio, driveway, and siding. This will remove any dirt, grime, or mildew that may have accumulated during the winter months

Gutter Guard Mesh

Getter Gutter Scoop

Gutter Cleaner

Furnace Air Filter 

Greenworks Pressure Washer

High Pressure Soap Applicator

Garage Organization: a Bike Wall

An organized garage can make your life easier and more enjoyable by providing you with more space, easier access to your belongings, and a safer and more attractive environment:

  1. More space: An organized garage allows you to make better use of the available space. By having a system in place for storing items, you can maximize the amount of usable space in your garage.
  2. Easy access: With an organized garage, you can easily find the items you need without having to search through a cluttered mess. This can save you time and reduce frustration.
  3. Improved aesthetics: An organized garage can be more visually appealing than a cluttered one. By using storage solutions such as shelves, cabinets, and hooks, you can create a more streamlined and tidy look.

We used the Rubbermaid FastTrack Garage Organization System:

Vertical Bike Hook

Organization System Rail

Utility Hooks

All in One Rail Hook Kit and Tool Organizer

Wire Mesh Basket

Vertical Ball Rack

Rubbermaid Garage Organization Store

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4 reasons you might want to add ceiling fans to your home

Ceiling fans can provide several benefits to a home, both in terms of comfort and energy efficiency:

  1. Improved air circulation: Ceiling fans can help circulate air in a room, providing a cooling effect in the summer and distributing warm air during winter months. This can help make your home more comfortable and reduce the strain on your HVAC system.
  2. Energy savings: By using a ceiling fan, you can raise your thermostat setting by a few degrees without sacrificing comfort. This can help reduce your energy bills and save you money in the long run.
  3. Style and design: Ceiling fans come in a variety of styles and designs, which can add an aesthetic appeal to your home. They can complement your existing décor and be a focal point in the room.
  4. Increased home value: Installing a ceiling fan can be seen as an added feature in your home, which can increase its overall value. It may also make your home more appealing to potential buyers if you plan to sell in the future.

In general, ceiling fans are a great investment for any home. They provide a range of benefits, from improved comfort to energy savings, and can be a stylish addition to any room.

These are the two we have in the kid’s rooms:

Hunter Dempsey Indoor Ceiling Fan

Dempsey Noble Bronze Low Profile Ceiling Fan

Hunter Fan Company

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Outdoor Landscape Lighting

Landscape lighting can increase the value of your property. A well-lit and beautifully landscaped yard can make your home more attractive to potential buyers and increase its overall value. This is especially true if you invest in high-quality, energy-efficient lighting options

Landscape lighting can highlight the beauty of your landscaping and the architectural features of your home. You can use accent lighting to draw attention to specific areas, such as a garden or water feature, and create a stunning visual effect. It can also create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for you and your guests.

What we used:

LEONLITE 8-Pack Dimmable LED Landscape Spotlights Outdoor

Waterproof for Outdoor Path Sidewalk Driveway Walkway

LEONLITE Store

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Interior Door Transom

Still need to paint the transom 🙂

Interior door transoms are a beautiful addition to any home or space that can completely transform the look and feel of the area. Transoms are the decorative or functional windows that are installed above doors, which are commonly found in traditional or historic homes

Interior door transoms are a wonderful way to add beauty and function to a space. They can transform the look and feel of a room by adding natural light, architectural interest, visual height, and privacy. If you’re looking for a way to enhance the beauty and function of your home, consider installing interior door transoms.

Lutron Smart Lighting

Kwikset Door Knob

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Interior Front Door Color

Adding color to your interior front door is a great way to add personality and style to your home. It’s also a relatively inexpensive way to update the look of your entryway without having to do a full renovation.

Consider choosing a bold color, matching with your decor, using a high-gloss finish, adding a pattern or design, and updating the hardware to create a unique and welcoming entryway.

Kwikset Door Knob

Nest Doorbell

lutron store

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FRIYAY!

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Happy Friday! Whether you’re a nine-to-fiver, a freelancer, or a student, make sure to take some time to celebrate Friyay. Take a break, do something fun, and enjoy the moment. Life is too short to let the workweek get you down. Friyay is a chance to kick back and relax, so make the most of it!

Some fun our products for the weekend!

Love your Melon

Yeti Store

Stanley Store

Mountain Hardwear Airmesh

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Ideal Hanging Light Height

The ideal hanging height for an entryway chandelier depends on several factors, including the height of the ceiling, the size of the chandelier, and the scale of the space. As a general rule of thumb, the bottom of the chandelier should hang between 7 and 9 feet above the floor.

If your entryway has a standard 8-foot ceiling, a chandelier with a height of 20-24 inches is typically a good size. For a higher ceiling, you may want to choose a larger chandelier, but you should still aim to keep the bottom of the chandelier within the 7-9 foot range.

It’s also important to consider the scale of the space when choosing a chandelier. If your entryway is small, you may want to choose a smaller chandelier to avoid overwhelming the space. If the space is large, a larger chandelier can help to fill the space and make a statement

Sea Gull Lighting Perryton Medium Four

Sea Gull Lighting Perryton Large Eight

Generation Lighting Sea Gull Collection

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A good coffee table book

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Coffee table books can be an excellent way to add style and personality to your living space. Here are some fun ways to decorate with a coffee table book: Stack them up: Create an artful stack of coffee table books on your coffee table or on a bookshelf. Vary the size and color of the books to add visual interest. Use as a centerpiece: Select a coffee table book with a beautiful cover and place it in the center of your coffee table. Add a vase of flowers or other decorative items on top to create a stylish centerpiece.

Made for Living Collected Interiors for All Sorts of Styles

Homebody A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to Leave

Coastlines At the Water’s Edge

Live Beautiful

More coffee table books: Coffee Table Books

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