Houselogic: Home Improvement Content

Rustic Charm Isn't Always Simple

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:36:06 -0400

A home owner falls in love with a fixer-upper log home.

Is Your Kid at Risk for Lead Poisoning? New Guidelines Change the Game

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:17:03 -0400

By lowering the acceptable levels of lead in blood, The Centers for Disease Control has renewed the assault on environmental lead, often found in paint in older homes.

It’s Drafty, It’s Old, but It’s True Love — and a Chance to Win $100

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:30:02 -0400

Follow Curbly’s Bruno Bornsztein as he insulates, caulks, and adds an HVAC to his ‘new’ 100-year-old home. Leave a comment to win $100.

Is Your Home Like You?

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:49:40 -0400

A simple children’s book message speaks volumes about individuality and the importance of home ownership.

Newest Multigenerational Homes Give Families Privacy and Togetherness

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:39:39 -0400

Homebuilders offer new ideas for additions that make room for more family members.

7 Fun and Easy Organizing Ideas from Pinterest

Thu, 10 May 2012 16:46:42 -0400

Tired of clutter? Weary of messes? Then get Pinning. Did you know some of the smartest low-cost storage and organizing ideas can be found on Pinterest? We’ve sorted through and come up with some of the best. Ready to straighten out your life? Click through our slideshow, then <a href="http://pinterest.com/houselogic/organization-ideas/">visit our pinboard on Pinterest</a> for these and other project ideas.

Home Fix-Ups More Popular Than Upgrades

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:18:58 -0400

Home owners are remodeling more often to repair and replace what’s old and worn out on their homes rather than upgrading.

Renovating? Pick Contractor Wisely

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:22:52 -0400

Boost your odds of a happy remodel with these tips for selecting the right contractors.

Waterproofing Basement Walls: Costs and Options

Fri, 04 May 2012 09:07:52 -0400

Thinking of waterproofing your basement walls? The solutions range from a $30 DIY job to a major $30,000 fix.

Planning to Remodel Your Home? Let Insurance Company Know

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:02:28 -0400

Major improvements to the interior or exterior of your house can change your insurance needs.

What I Learned from Mom

Wed, 02 May 2012 14:29:05 -0400

Bequeathed to you: Motherly hits — and misses — that have made these 'home' writers and experts smarter home owners.

How Do Paint Colors Get Their Names?

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:07:09 -0400

Curious, we talked to a few paint namers to find how paint colors are named. Plus, we wouldn't be doing our job if we didn't also provide painting tips.

It’s Not True! Incandescent Lightbulbs Aren’t Banned

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:40:34 -0400

Fed up with CFLs? Hoarding incandescent bulbs? Relax. Incandescents aren’t going away entirely; they’re just getting more efficient.

Circular Saw Blades Recalled: They Can Fall Through Packaging

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:30:22 -0400

CPSC is recalling 55,000 packages of circular saw blades that can fall through packaging and cut consumers.

5 DIY Home Improvements to Boost Your Home’s Value

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:20:22 -0400

Five low-cost DIY home improvements can add big dollars to your home’s value.

British DIYers Cry Over a Little Spilt Glue

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:04:34 -0400

The British are flubbing DIY projects, just like the rest of us. But, really, is spilling paint or glue a home DIY disaster?

Yo, Stallone! Do Your Homework Before Hiring a Contractor

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:24:01 -0400

Sylvester Stallone has learned about hiring contractors the hard way. To avoid hauling your kitchen remodeler into court, read this.

11 Clever Ways to Use Salvaged Building Materials in Your Home

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:53:54 -0400

You’re one-of-a-kind, and so is your home. So next time you’re remodeling and improving, don’t settle for ordinary -- go for the extraordinary. Salvaged building materials have unique character that’s unmatched by new products. Throw in the cost savings (with prices 50%-75% less than their modern counterparts) and sustainability (reusing old stuff keeps it out of landfills), and you’ve got bargains that are good for the environment. Check our slide show for imaginative ways to put salvage to use in your home.

Fore! Masters Tourney Rebuilds Tree-Split Bath in One Day

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:40:36 -0400

The Masters Golf Tournament rebuilt a bathroom building in one day after a tree fell during an overnight storm. From a construction standpoint, that’s a hole in one.

Cleaning Your Kitchen Appliances the Easy Way

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:09:50 -0400

If Mr. Clean isn’t magically popping into your kitchen to make it sparkle, you still can get that clean satisfaction with these easy appliance cleaning tips.