Author: Luke
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Our Deck Remodel Revisited – New Wood Lattice Finish
Last year I finished remodeling our deck using Trex and cable wiring, but one detail was missing, adding wood lattice around the bottom frame. While not required, adding lattice to your deck frame can help keep out animals and add storage space for gardening tools and supplies. Your Lattice Options: Lattice is available in multiple Read more
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A New Chapter in Life
I recently began a new chapter in my life and I’m very excited about it. Earlier this summer, I was let go from my job after 14.5 years. The morning I was let go I also tested positive for two parasites. I ended up losing weight uncontrollably, 8 lbs in total within a week. This Read more
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The New Primary Bathroom Make Over (The Reveal)
It took us several months longer than expected, but we have finished our primary bathroom make over and we’re so thrilled with how it turned out. It’s just the oasis-like environment we dreamed it could be, more spacious than we expected, and we now have sunshine pouring into our bedroom to greet us in the Read more
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The New Primary Bathroom And Closet Make Over (Part 2)…
While working on our primary bathroom remodel, we began planning out a redesign that increases the size of our closet and creates a real walk-in experience. The original closet had one rod for hanging clothes and a shelf for folded clothes. Additionally, the hallway outside the closet was dead space. The closet is really designed for Read more
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An Urgent Garage Door Repair
One of the must haves during our search for our new home in the Mid-Hudson was a house that came with a garage. The reason: garages protect cars from inclement weather, fallen trees and branches. Our new house came with not just one, but a 2-car garage. However, during the inspection, we noted the Read more
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The New Primary Bathroom And Closet Make Over (The Demo)…
As we toured our new 2003 Mid–Hudson Valley home, the cathedral ceilings in the upstairs bedrooms felt open and inviting. However the single closet space in the primary bedroom wasn’t sufficient for the two of us. Additionally, the bathroom ensuite, with its 1990’s style jacuzzi tub and shower, begged for a facelift and redesign. Lastly, Read more
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How To Bring Feng Shui And Functionality To Your Kitchen
It’s important to bring feng shui and functionality to your kitchen, streamlining workflow and making it easy to move between tasks. Considerations include making sure the placement of spices, pots and pans, silverware, garbage can, recycling bin, cleaning supplies, placemats and cutting and cheese boards are logical. These are three areas to focus on: We’re excited Read more
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Reflecting Back On 2024 And Being Grateful
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment for reflecting back on 2024 and being grateful. During the past few weeks, Luke needed to shift his focus from home reno and blogging to care for his ailing mother. As a consequence, he also battled a bout of shingles. If you are over the Read more
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How To Protect Your Home And Family With A Security System
Having a security system installed in your home is one of the best ways to protect your home and family. It’s all about peace of mind. These days, security systems are designed Smart, allowing you to activate or deactivate and monitor your home remotely. You can even talk to people at your doorway from anywhere! Read more
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How A New HVAC System Improved The Climate In Our Home
A weird aspect about our new 2003 Mid-Hudson Valley home: the builders never completed the HVAC System installation! While there was duct work in place in the walls and ceilings, the condenser unit and heating pump were never installed. We relied on oil to heat the house all Winter and there was no A/C during Read more
