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Turning Houses Into Homes: A Home and Garden Blog

Welcome to my blog. My name is Stephanie, and I absolutely love home and gardening projects. Looking for tips on organization? Want to redecorate your living room on a budget? Interesting in landscaping or gardening tips? If you've answered "yes" to any of those questions, my blog is right up your alley. In this space, I'm going to provide ideas, tutorials, and more, and everything is going to be written with the ultimate goal of turning your house (or apartment) into a home. Grab a cup of coffee, look around, and explore these posts. I hope that they inspire your next project.

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Should You Use Granite for Your Countertops?

Posted on January 26, 2018

Granite is a common counter top material, but is it the right one for your kitchen? Consider these pros and cons.  It's a Natural, Safe Material Granite is a natural mineral material that is safe for kitchen use. There is plenty known about the durability, safety, and quality of granite countertops because they have been around for so long. You don't have as much of a guarantee with newer, synthetic counter top materials. [Read More]

5 Reasons To Hire Professionals For Your Lawn Care Needs

Posted on December 15, 2017

When was the last time that you mowed the lawn or took care of overgrown weeds? Lawncare tasks are typically not the first thing that homeowners take care of when handling projects around the house. If it's been a long time since you've done any work yourself, it may be time to get professionals involved. They can make life a lot easier for you and do the job well. Keep reading to better understand the reasons as to why you should hire professionals for your lawn care needs:  [Read More]

How To Prevent Damage To Your Residential Awnings

Posted on November 10, 2017

If you have awnings on your home's windows, you might enjoy the shade and decor that they add. Since you probably want to be able to enjoy them for a long time without any problems, you could be wondering how to take care of them. Luckily, following these tips can help: Know When to Retract Them If you have retractable awnings, it's important to retract them in certain situations. Even though well-made awnings are usually somewhat able to withstand the elements, it's still a good idea to protect them when you can. [Read More]

Tips To Ensure Your Gutters Are Clean And In Good Repair

Posted on October 6, 2017

The roof of your home is an important part of your home, as it is the first line of defense from adverse weather and the elements. Keeping your roof and its gutters well-maintained will ensure your home's interior stays dry from its rooftop to the foundation of your home's basement. Here are some tips to help you keep your home's gutters clean and in good repair and working properly: Clean  [Read More]