Home Improvement

Painter Norman Rockwell was famous for his narrative paintings depicting the essence of American life in the mid-twentieth century. His works of art blended sentimentality with humor and realism and were featured on the cover of The Saturday Evening Post for decades. Some of his paintings portray the classic tableaus that evoke traditional feelings of…
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Decorating the exterior of a home for the holiday season is a beloved tradition in countless households. In the movie National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Clark Griswold had “250 strands of imported Italian twinkle lights,” each with 100 bulbs per strand. His grand total of 25,000 lights caused a temporary blackout. While driving around to take…
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The sights and sounds of the holiday season help to make this a special time of year that people look forward to. With its magical moments and opportunities to gather with family and friends, the holiday season is a period to celebrate and, of course, decorate. According to an informal poll from the decorating, culture…
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Millions of people host family and friends during the holiday season. According to a recent report from the travel and finance experts at Upgraded Points, 57% of adults surveyed planned to host a holiday gathering in 2024, while 70% of respondents indicated they planned to attend such celebrations. Hosting is a significant responsibility, but it’s…
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Homeowners know the work related to their homes is never done. Tasks ranging from routine maintenance to minor tweaks to large projects are part of homeownership. Some of the work related to a home focuses on functionality, while other tasks might be all about aesthetic appeal. Potential health concerns related to a home also merit…
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Home improvement projects run the gamut from complex undertakings like room additions to simpler renovations like a new front door. Some home renovations excite homeowners more than others, but all improvements are a way to make a home safer, more comfortable and/or more functional. A gutter replacement might not inspire the same level of excitement…
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The East End has seen a lot of change lately as residents transform second homes into full-time residences. Many people are spending more time at home as home offices go up or expand along with home gyms and movie theaters.

Stores adorn their front-facing windows with amazing displays and homeowners often deck out residences from top to bottom with all measures of holiday wonderment.

Hardwood floors are coveted features in many homes. The National Wood Flooring Association says wood floors are the most environmentally friendly flooring options available. In the United States, the hardwood forests that provide flooring products are growing twice as fast as they are being harvested. Furthermore, wood floors can last for many generations and require…
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