It’s safe to say that after 4 years of owning a fixer upper, we’ve done our fair share of painting. With the exception of the basement (we’re taking our renovations one level at a...
One of the first things that people notice about your home is the way it smells. Does the house smell clean, or can you detect pets or even last night’s dinner? The last thing...
It’s time for our first big renovation post! If you remember from our first post, our house had an unusable shower when we bought it. I’m talking lots of loose tiles, causing water to...
Hello again! If you remember from our previous post about refinishing our hardwood floors, they’re our favorite feature in our house. They cover the entire first floor, which is our main living area since...
Ah, the daunting task of replacing your roof. It makes me think of other big jobs like replacing a septic system or furnace, which are also essential components of any home. And essential often...
How many people have a piece of furniture in their home that they love? If you’re like us, you research and browse for weeks to find the perfect furnishing to fit your needs. Then,...
The first step we took to modernize our home was refinishing the hardwood floors! The entire first floor has beautiful white oak hardwood, with the exception of some dated, tan carpeting in the entryway...
Here’s the truth: When we bought our first home in 2016, we didn’t plan on buying a fixer upper. It just kind of happened. It was a “when life gives you lemons,” kind of...