Carolyn Kay's Blog

Posted on 02/02/2025
3 Quick tips for converting your basement into a rec room
When growing households experience household congestion, expanding their usable living space footprint by remodeling the basement ranks among the best solutions, especially when extra recreational and lounging space is needed. Along with the increased quality-of-life benefits, a remodeled basement reportedly delivers upwards of a 7% return on investment. If you are considering transforming a basement into a rec...
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Posted on 01/26/2025
DIY Pets: Projects to Accent Your Design and Make Your Home Homier for Your Pets
Your pets are a valued part of your home, so it's important that you make your house comfortable and appealing to them as well. There are many pet-friendly DIY projects that you can complete that not only make life better for your four-legged family members, but also finishes off those details in your overall room design. These are...
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Posted on 01/19/2025
Try these 3 paint DIYs to refresh your walls
If your walls need an upgrade, consider sprucing them up...
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Posted on 01/12/2025
Pros and cons of installing a steel door
The primary entrance to any house deserves an attractive aesthetic with reliable security. Property owners often select thick, hardwood materials because they provide curbside appeal and durable strength. Steel doors remain something of an afterthought because they are more closely associated with commercial buildings, which may not appear to have the same design prowess. But the advanced technologies...
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Posted on 01/05/2025
5 Modern Design Trends for Your Home
Design trends are endless. Some stick around while others fade to the wayside — at least away from the public eye. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your favorite, personal and timeless trend throughout the years in your home. You may even want to switch it up a bit and incorporate other trends from different eras. Either...
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Posted on 12/29/2024
3 Ways to Flip Houses On a Budget
Like any real estate transaction, flipping a home involves a lot of separate costs. While flipping a house can have an excellent return on investment, it can also cost quite a bit to get the process started. However, there are ways to flip houses with very little upfront cash. Here are the best ways to flip on a...
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Posted on 12/22/2024
How to design a home gym: Ideas to inspire
As it becomes more common for people to work from home,...
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Posted on 12/15/2024
A beginners guide to child-proofing your home
As kids run and play in the home, it’s essential to make...
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Posted on 12/08/2024
Evacuation plans: Tips for emergency planning
If you don't have an emergency evacuation plan for your...
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Posted on 12/01/2024
DIY kitchen decor: Pallet spice rack guide
If you need a solution for your spices, consider making...
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Posted on 11/24/2024
P&C insurance: A beginners guide to property & casualty insurance
The world of insurance can be confusing. There are so many...
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