Windermere Blog | Category: Living

February 13, 2018

8 Laundry Room Updates to Fit Any Budget

Posted in Houzz.com and Living by Laura Gaskill

Hoping to transform your tired laundry room into a sparkling clean, efficiently working space, but without the major costs of a full remodel? By not changing the layout or adding square feet, you can bring costs down while still making meaningful changes to your space. Use this guide to help you decide what to prioritize and what to put on the back burner, and give your laundry room an update...
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February 09, 2018

Decorating Your Home in Ultra Violet: Pantone Color of The Year 2018

Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin

Each year, design pros eagerly await the Color of the Year announcement from the experts at Pantone®. No matter what the hue, it’s always sure to make a splash—and home goods are no exception. From appliances and décor to tile and paint, manufacturers will start rolling out options to match (and complement) the Pantone Color of the Year.
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January 31, 2018

Affordable Tips To Up Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Posted in Living and Windermere by Kenady Swan

You’ll never have a second chance at a first impression, so let’s make it count! When it comes to upping your home’s curb appeal, there are plenty of small changes you can make that have a big impact. And best of all, you don’t need to call in the pros or spend a fortune to get beautiful results. Below are some helpful and affordable tips.
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January 17, 2018

Creating Comfort Through Interior Design

Posted in Living by Pattie O'Loughlin

Just because the Christmas decor is put away and the festive mood of the holidays is over doesn’t mean we have to stop creating a snug and cozy home. It’s a good time to embrace winter Hygge!
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January 10, 2018

Empty Nesters: Remodel or Sell?

Posted in Buying, Selling, and Living by Sonja Riveland

Your kids have moved out and now you’re living in a big house with way more space than you need. You have two choices – remodel your existing home or move. Here are some things to consider about each option.
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January 03, 2018

13 Appliance Tips & Hacks for Household Chores

Posted in The Home Depot and Living by Donna Smallin Kuper

Modern home appliances make our lives so much easier: They tackle dreaded household chores, saving us time and effort. There are lots of ways to use them, however, that you may not have thought of before. From cleaning your ceiling fixtures in the dishwasher to vacuuming your pet, here are 13 little-known tricks for getting more than your money’s worth from your appliances.
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December 20, 2017

New Year’s Tips for Buying and Selling

Posted in Buying, Selling, and Living by Marilou Ubungen

Now that the end of the year is upon us, it’s time to start thinking about some New Year resolutions. If your 2018 resolution is to buy or sell a home, here are some suggestions to help you along the way. For everyone else, we’ve added some tips about building equity and investing in updates to your home.
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December 13, 2017

Preparing Your Home for the Winter

Posted in Living by Marilou Ubungen

During the winter, it is tempting to curl up and hibernate in bed for the next few months. However, you shouldn’t put off these important home maintenance duties.
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December 11, 2017

Stage Your Home to Impress Holiday Guests

Posted in Long & Foster and Living by Novelda Sommers

A few tricks used by professional home stagers can make your home holiday-guest-ready, even if you’re preparing for a visit from your in-laws, not potential buyers.
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November 27, 2017

Personalize Your Home with Christmas Tree Centerpieces

Posted in The Home Depot and Living by Merri Cvetan

December is a busy month with Christmas around the corner, so I try to do as many tasks in advance as I can — if not my shopping, at least my decorating!
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