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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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3 Signs You Have A Mice Infestation That Requires Professional Mice Extermination Services
Some of the most annoying rodents to deal with at home are mice. These little creatures have two incisors that help them chew things, including vital documents and expensive items. You shouldn't allow mice to infest your home or business premises. Unfortunately, it isn't easy to see a mouse once they enter the premises because they like moving around at night and are stealthy. Besides, they reproduce fast and often cause significant damage within a short time.

5 Steps To Prepare For Your Garage Reorganization
Do you want to reclaim your garage from all the stored stuff that's ended up in it over the years? Many people find that their garage isn't as useful as it could be due to the sheer volume of things that take up space inside. Organizing this space can help you get all that precious square footage back in use. But before you roll open the overhead door and start hauling boxes, take these steps to prepare for this monumental task.

Residential Awning Fabricators: Outdoor Spaces 2.0
If you're looking to transform an outdoor living space you need to provide protection from the elements. Residential awning fabricators can provide shade, protection from the elements, and style in ways that you just can't get from big-box retailers. Here are some of the most innovative residential awning fabricator styles to consider when redesigning an outdoor space. Smart Tech Residential awning fabricators aren't luddites, they are hip to the fact that home tech is now one of the biggest drivers of home remodeling projects.

Window Treatment Insight For The Right Select And Maintenance
Your home's windows are an important part of your home's interior. They allow in light and provide you with a view of the outside world while protecting you from weather and extreme temperatures. To keep your home windows managed appropriately with sunlight and privacy, window treatments are an important amendment you should make to their interior. But there are many options to choose from with window treatments based on their appearance and functionality, so here are some selection and maintenance tips for your home's window treatments to keep them working well and kept clean.

5 Reasons To Buy Bamboo Sheets
If you've been meaning to buy extra sheet sets or if you've been wanting to upgrade your current sheets, you may be beginning to look at all of your options. There are so many sheets to choose from, but not all sheets are created equal. If you're looking for a quality sheet that offers many benefits, you may want to buy bamboo bed sheets. Here are some of the reasons to buy bamboo sheets:

Why You Should Purchase A Grandfather Clock For Your Home
If you are looking to make a great investment for your home, you may want to consider buying a grandfather clock. Many homeowners never really think about buying grandfather clocks; after all, nowadays, buying a clock might not even be the first thing on your mind, since you might usually use your smartphone and other electronic devices to check the time. However, you might want to give the idea of buying a grandfather clock some thought for these reasons and more.

What Masonry Repair Can Do For Your Brick Home
Bricks are a long-valued building material. Indeed, the National Association of Home Builders conducted a study that showed 34 percent of respondents ranked brick as their top choice for home exteriors. Of course, the value comes from a brick exterior that's well-maintained. Masonry repair involves the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the bricks and attendant materials related to the structure. If you have brick on your home's exterior, you might benefit from masonry repair.

How To Buy A New Mattress
If you are shopping for a new bed, you might be thinking about an upgrade. A California king mattress can be a great choice for many people looking to boost their lifestyle and give you a much more comfortable sleep each night. Of course, you might also want to know how you can save money when you shop. These tips will help you save cash when you buy a new bed.

Mouse Prevention Tips For Your Garden Shed
Your garden shed can be like an extension of your home during the spring and summer months, especially if you love to work in your yard. A mouse invasion can ruin your garden work station. The best course of action is prevention first. If mice still find their way into your garden shed, you can then work towards elimination. Tip #1: Seal Up Your Seeds The main thing that attracts rodents to a garden shed are seeds.