Cedar is a really great choice of wood for siding because it has a lot of properties that make it ideally suited to exposure to the outdoors. However, cedar is a somewhat intense color that can be tricky to coordinate with. Here we explore some of the best exterior home colors that go with cedar siding.

The size of a floor lamp is something that will impact the balance of lighting in a space, as well as the overall style and aesthetic. Floor lamps come in a range of sizes, and can be paired with lampshades in varying dimensions.

White walls provide a neutral backdrop that allows for seemingly endless possibilities for trim and interior door color. White walls can be considered a blank slate, so the interior door color you choose is going to significantly impact the overall aesthetic and atmosphere of a room.

If you want to try out hammock sleeping, or you want to create a place to lounge in your backyard, then you’ll need to learn about the different hammock sizes and how they affect they way you can use them.

Ceilings in any room of the home are traditionally painted white, and this is still a popular color choice in modern and contemporary homes. It is becoming more commonplace for other paint colors to be used on the ceiling, so if you want to branch out from the norm then you can explore alternative options. Here we explore some of the best paint colors for kitchen ceilings.

Bean bags are a popular choice of seating in casual lounge areas, games rooms, and children’s or teens’ bedrooms. They provide an informal place to relax and can be great for easing tension and anxiety. Bean bags tend to be fairly affordable, making them a common feature in student housing and dorm rooms.

A shed ceiling gives the effect of a half-vaulted ceiling, adding height and the illusion of more space to a room that could otherwise appear quite small. There are various different types of shed ceiling, and they can be finished in a number of ways depending on the style you want to achieve.

It’s extremely important to understand that most types of drywall are highly flammable, and therefore, specific guidelines need to be followed when using this material to frame a fireplace. Let’s look at the best types of drywall to use near a fireplace and explain which other factors need to be considered before beginning your fireplace project.

Gutter hangers are the hardware components that attach the gutters to the fascia board or other mounting surfaces. They come in various styles and materials, each designed to accommodate different gutter types and installation requirements.

If you want to decorate around a wall vent to help make the overall space more aesthetically pleasing, there are a number of ways you can do this, for example by installing floating shelves nearby, or hanging wall art alongside a vent.

Baseboards bridge the gap between walls and floors, fulfilling both an aesthetic and functional purpose. There are advantages and disadvantages to caulking baseboards, so it all comes down to personal choice. This guide explores the most common pros and cons of caulking baseboards to help you determine whether you should caulk this architectural feature in your own home.

Caulk is a sealant commonly used in home renovation projects, especially in bathrooms and kitchens. It helps seal the gaps around fixtures to make them watertight, for example around the edge of a bathtub or a kitchen sink. Caulk can also be used to create a neat line to give a more professional finish. If you’re getting stuck into a home renovation project, you’ll need some caulk at some point. Here we explore the different types of caulk and what scenarios they are best for, and we also investigate whether caulk is better than sealant.