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Flooring

What is the Best Flooring for Kitchens?

The kitchen is arguably the heart of the home. It’s where we start our mornings, make food for family meals, and invite friends and family to gather. Because the kitchen is such a high-traffic area, it makes sense to find the best kitchen flooring that not only looks good but can also withstand parties, spills,…

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Solar

The Top States for Solar Energy

Until the last decade, using solar energy to power a home’s electric components felt like a far-fetched pipe dream reserved for only the most elite. But in recent years, prices have dropped and solar panel installations have become widely accessible, even normalized. Wondering which are the top states for solar? We dug deep to find…

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Kitchen

Modern Kitchen Lighting

is shaping up to be the year of design surprises. Kitchen cabinets and front doors are leaning toward saturated, moody colors. Tile is getting bigger, and handcrafted tiles are seeing a spike in popularity. Modern kitchen lighting is following suit. With materials from rattan to metal and oversized silhouettes, here are some of the kitchen…

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Windows

Hurricane Window Protection: How to Protect Your Home From Storm Damage

Protecting windows from storm damage caused by flying debris or high winds is an important step homeowners should take to keep their family and home safe during hurricane season. Hurricane window coverings and hurricane shutters can help to safeguard your home against damage, broken glass, and other storm-related emergencies. Homeowners have several options for protecting…

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Flooring

What Is the Best Flooring for Bedrooms?

The bedroom is where most people start and end their days, making it one of the most frequently used rooms in any home. That’s why it’s important that when you consider a bedroom remodel, you think carefully about the best types of flooring for bedrooms.  Modernize created this guide to help homeowners choose the best…

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Bathroom

The Best Storage Ideas for Bathrooms of All Sizes

Homeowners often feel as though there’s never enough bathroom storage space. We constantly look for solutions that give us more space for the variety of items we need in the bathroom — from towels to an extra supply of toilet paper rolls. Fortunately, there are plenty of bathroom storage solutions. Some homeowners may opt for…

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Kitchen

Understanding DIY Kitchen Remodels

A kitchen remodel can be an exciting opportunity to customize your space and make it a better fit your household’s needs. It also gives you the chance to boost your home’s return on investment. Whether your kitchen’s upgrades are intended for living-in or selling, there are practical factors to consider. We know it can be…

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Outdoor

Backyard Hot Tub Ideas

There are few things more inviting than a bubbling hot tub, especially when you have a well-designed backyard to help show it off! When it comes to backyard hot tub ideas, the design and aesthetic choices are almost endless. When choosing where to place a hot tub, it’s important to keep in mind the practical…