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Quick, Temporary Fixes

Maybe you haven’t been able to do some of the things you had hoped to do before the holiday season. Here are some temporary, alternative options: Don’t have time to paint? Wash your walls instead. You might find that you don’t really need to paint right now after all. Instead of getting new carpet or installing a different type of flooring, consider an area rug for a temporary fix. To save even more time and money, go to Target or another store that carries basic home furnishings, and look for an area carpet. You can often find good quality carpet … Continue reading →

Freshen Up Your Countertops

There are ways to freshen the look of your countertops without replacing them. Please see Give Your Kitchen a New Look for ideas on creating the look of stone. Another way to achieve the stone look is to use spray paint that creates a stone-like finish. I like Krylon’s “Make it Stone.” Tape off edges and cover other surfaces with drop cloths. You will still need to clean and prime the countertop or other surface first, using primer that is compatible with the paint. Make sure to ventilate the area well. Shake the paint well and apply by holding back … Continue reading →