Construction and Home Improvement Resources
Here we have compiled a variety of resources related to construction, building and home improvement including articles, infographics and videos. Resources are displayed from the most recently published to the oldest.
10 Houseplants That Keep Bugs Away
Houseplants are a great way to bring joy into your home. However, did you know that besides being attractive, many houseplants can serve a practical purpose as well? Here is an infographic that features the top ten houseplants that will help keep creepy pests away. It breaks down the advantages of having each plant in the home and which pests they keep away.
Living Room Layout Ideas To Maximize Your Space
Living rooms come in all shapes and sizes, and it can be tricky arranging the room in a perfect way. If your living room is feeling cluttered, sparse or disjointed, it might be time for a re-shuffle. This infographic shows how you can make the most of your living room space, no matter what shape it is.
Kitchen Cabinets – Reface, Paint or Replace?
Kitchen cabinets are one of the major components of a great kitchen and are one of the first things that people notice and remember long after they visit your home. If your cabinets are making your kitchen look old and worn, then perhaps it’s the perfect time to update their look. The following infographic will help you figure out if you should reface, replace, or paint your kitchen cabinets.
A Look at Common Plumbing Problems
As a homeowner, a busted pipe, clogged toilet, a broken garbage disposal, or a myriad of other plumbing issues can be a huge headache. Here is an infographic detailing the common plumbing problems as well as providing tips on preventing them and how to repair them if they do happen.
The Ultimate Floor Cleaning Guide
The floors in your home are probably the most used areas and yet they often go neglected. Stains on your carpet or flooring seem to occur most often, especially if you have pets and/or children. And if you’ve just spent a lot of money on a carpet or rug, you absolutely want to be armed with the knowledge of how to remove the most likely stains. Here is an infographic that serves as a ultimate floor cleaning guide.
Understanding Your Home Heating & Cooling System
Your HVAC system plays an essential role when it comes to keeping your home comfortable year-round. Have you ever wondered how your air conditioning system actually works or how much energy is being used? Here is a helpful visual guide that will help you understand how a central air conditioning unit works to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
10 Most Common Types of Home Flooring
Selecting the right flooring for your home is one of the most important decisions you will have to make in your interior design. With the wide and varied selection of flooring materials available today, it’s important that you base your decision on what will suit your taste, style and needs. The following infographic presents 10 of the most common types of flooring today.
6 Ways to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger or a Plumber
Let’s face facts: plumbers are expensive. However, there are things that you can do on your own. One example is unclogging a toilet. In this infographic, learn how to unclog a toilet without the need of a plunger or having to call a plumber. Follow this visual guide to learn more and save money.
The DIY Garage Clutter Buster Guide
Remember when you moved into your brand new house and everything is all nice, neat, and tidy. Fast forward a few years and everything’s in shambles. Your garage looks like it’s been caught up in a tornado with stuff all over the place and oftentimes, nowhere to park your car.
Best Indoor Plants to Buy
Adding indoor plants to interior spaces can add color, character, and depth to your interior design elements. Additionally, indoor plants are easy to maintain, even if you only have a passing interest in plants and gardening, This infographic looks at some of the best indoor plants to add to your interiors.
10 Houseplants That Keep Bugs Away
Houseplants are a great way to bring joy into your home. However, did you know that besides being attractive, many houseplants can serve a practical purpose as well? Here is an infographic that features the top ten houseplants that will help keep creepy pests away. It breaks down the advantages of having each plant in the home and which pests they keep away.
Living Room Layout Ideas To Maximize Your Space
Living rooms come in all shapes and sizes, and it can be tricky arranging the room in a perfect way. If your living room is feeling cluttered, sparse or disjointed, it might be time for a re-shuffle. This infographic shows how you can make the most of your living room space, no matter what shape it is.
Kitchen Cabinets – Reface, Paint or Replace?
Kitchen cabinets are one of the major components of a great kitchen and are one of the first things that people notice and remember long after they visit your home. If your cabinets are making your kitchen look old and worn, then perhaps it’s the perfect time to update their look. The following infographic will help you figure out if you should reface, replace, or paint your kitchen cabinets.
A Look at Common Plumbing Problems
As a homeowner, a busted pipe, clogged toilet, a broken garbage disposal, or a myriad of other plumbing issues can be a huge headache. Here is an infographic detailing the common plumbing problems as well as providing tips on preventing them and how to repair them if they do happen.
The Ultimate Floor Cleaning Guide
The floors in your home are probably the most used areas and yet they often go neglected. Stains on your carpet or flooring seem to occur most often, especially if you have pets and/or children. And if you’ve just spent a lot of money on a carpet or rug, you absolutely want to be armed with the knowledge of how to remove the most likely stains. Here is an infographic that serves as a ultimate floor cleaning guide.
Understanding Your Home Heating & Cooling System
Your HVAC system plays an essential role when it comes to keeping your home comfortable year-round. Have you ever wondered how your air conditioning system actually works or how much energy is being used? Here is a helpful visual guide that will help you understand how a central air conditioning unit works to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
10 Most Common Types of Home Flooring
Selecting the right flooring for your home is one of the most important decisions you will have to make in your interior design. With the wide and varied selection of flooring materials available today, it’s important that you base your decision on what will suit your taste, style and needs. The following infographic presents 10 of the most common types of flooring today.
6 Ways to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger or a Plumber
Let’s face facts: plumbers are expensive. However, there are things that you can do on your own. One example is unclogging a toilet. In this infographic, learn how to unclog a toilet without the need of a plunger or having to call a plumber. Follow this visual guide to learn more and save money.
The DIY Garage Clutter Buster Guide
Remember when you moved into your brand new house and everything is all nice, neat, and tidy. Fast forward a few years and everything’s in shambles. Your garage looks like it’s been caught up in a tornado with stuff all over the place and oftentimes, nowhere to park your car.
Best Indoor Plants to Buy
Adding indoor plants to interior spaces can add color, character, and depth to your interior design elements. Additionally, indoor plants are easy to maintain, even if you only have a passing interest in plants and gardening, This infographic looks at some of the best indoor plants to add to your interiors.