Taking on a big home project yourself to save some money can be tempting — but how do you know when to do it yourself and when to bring in the pros? As much as we wish we could give you a straightforward answer, the decision of whether to hire a contractor involves a lot of variables. Let’s break it down.
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3 Steps To Preventing Winter Weather Damage
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Snow on the ground and ice on the trees may look pretty, but winter weather can cause sneaky damages to your home — especially if you aren’t prepared. However, while you can’t always predict the weather, you can take steps to lessen the impact snow and ice can have on your home. Here are three preventative measures to take to ward off damages from the cold.
Can You Combine Shutter Styles?
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Mixing and matching shutter styles — yay or nay? Here’s the official answer: You can do whatever you want! (Of course, “can you” and “should you” are two entirely different questions!) Combining shutter styles does work in some instances. The choice ultimately depends on your personal style preferences, your home’s architecture and your aesthetic goals.
Shutter Color Selection: Should You Go Colorful or Neutral?
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Today, shutters are typically used as a beautiful but non-functional design accessory (or, as one of our customers so eloquently put it: “The eyebrows my home needed!”). But where do you begin with picking out a color that will make your home pop? Generally speaking, complementary colors are on opposite sides of the color wheel. So, first identify your home color, then look across the wheel at what contrasting color family may work. Conversely, a tonal match could be a good fit if you’re looking for a more modern spin on things. Not sure if a color is the right choice for you at all? Perhaps something neutral is more your speed. Either way, we have you covered. Ahead, we’re diving into color match-ups, and which may be a good fit for you.
