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Bringing Nature Indoors

With the chilly temps, we often find ourselves spending more time indoors. You can still bring a touch of nature inside with house plants, which offer numerous benefits: Reduced Anxiety One study divided participants into two groups: one transplanted a house plant, and the other performed a computer task. Participants showed ...

Conserving Energy to Cut Heating Costs

Before the winter season sets in, it's wise to consider ways to reduce your heating bill. Here are some practical tips: Seal Air Leaks: Check for and seal any air leaks around windows and doors. Install a Programmable Thermostat: If you don’t have one, consider installing a programmable or smart ...

Preventing Home Fires

Every October, Fire Prevention Week arrives, making it the opportune time to review important fire safety reminders to help prevent a horrible tragedy like a house or condo fire from ever happening. Here are some helpful reminders: Make sure you have working smoke alarms (changing the batteries every daylight savings time ...

Using AI for Home Decorating

With AI (artificial intelligence) rapidly infiltrating every area of our lives, home design inspiration is no exception. There are a variety of AI interior design programs or apps to choose from, many with free versions or trials, and for a fee, you can access advanced features. So how can you use ...