February 3
Dressing Up Your Windows with CurtainsIf you’re looking for cheap curtains, then click here for some of the best deals. Now if you’re set on making your home look really nice and money isn’t that much of a deal, then the options that you have are a lot bigger. When it comes to curtains, you can spend as little as under $20 to as much as over $2,000. Most people don’t even realize how expensive certain types of curtains can get. Having a friend in the home design business, I can say that I was surprised to see how much some people will pay for their curtains. One curtain installation job can net my friend several hundred dollars.
These higher end curtains will usually be made of high quality fabric and are typically made for taller windows. They’re typically thicker and will have several layers and even come with valances in many cases as well as sheers. One thing that you will need to keep in mind is that you’ll need to get your curtains cleaned every once in a while. Some curtains can be clean by taking them to the dry cleaner. Other curtains may need to be professional cleaned so take that all into consideration when choosing to buy your next set of curtains.

January 26
Our Bathroom Almost Flooded Last WeekendWith the onslaught of rain and snow that hit our city last weekend, there was a lot of moisture on the ground. It was surprising to know that many houses experienced flooding issues during this month of the year, but the seasonally warmer temperatures have created unique weather conditions unlike many we’ve seen in winters past.
Our bathroom nearly flooded due to some of the rain coming into our basement. Luckily, we have some really great shower pans in this bathroom and it ended up blocking out a lot of the potential flood damage by helping to gather the water and send it down the drain.
Let this be a lesson learned for anyone planning out the details of their own bathrooms. If you’re in need of a new shower, by all means go for a high quality shower pan. Consider it an insurance policy to some degree, as it may save you plenty of headaches over time.


