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Framed wall opening labeled 36 inch width and 80 inch height for interior door, with exposed studs, header beam, and construction tools nearby

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

36 x 80 Door Rough Opening: What Size Do You Need

If you’ve ever stared at a wall wondering exactly what size hole to cut, the rough opening for a 36 by 80-inch door has a specific answer, and it’s...

Homeowner planning renovation budget and upgrades at a clean desk

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

Which Home Improvements Pay Off the Most?

Home improvement projects can feel like a big deal. There’s the planning, the budget, the mess, and the waiting. And after all that effort, the big question remains: did...

Warm wooden floors in a modern living room creating a cozy and comfortable indoor environment

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

Radiant Floor Heating: Pros and Cons

Warm floors can feel like a luxury, especially during cold mornings. Radiant floor heating is often seen as a quiet and modern way to heat a home. Instead of...

Small cracks on a concrete basement floor with storage items, showing a typical home setting

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

What Causes Cracks in Basement Floors?

Cracks in a basement floor can catch the eye quickly. Many homeowners notice them and start to worry about what they mean. It can be hard to tell if...

Woman organizing books on a wooden shelf in cozy living room, warm lighting, coffee table cluttered with magazines, home interior scene

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

How to Organize Your Room Once and For All

Your room holds more power over your mind than you think, and learning how to organize your room might just be the quiet life change you never knew you...

A miniature dark blue house sits behind a red-handled paintbrush and a silver adjustable wrench on a white reflective surface.

April 4, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

Can You Write Off Home Improvements on Taxes?

Tax season brings a lot of questions. And homeowners have one question that seems to come up often. They spend thousands on home improvements every year: new roofs, kitchen...

Man applying drywall texture with a trowel on an interior wall, creating patterned finish in a softly lit modern room under renovation

April 3, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

The 17 Modern Drywall Texture Types You Should Know

Most people never think about their walls until something feels off. Modern drywall textures have a greater influence on a room than most owners expect.The finish you choose shapes...

Collage of drywall wall textures used in homes including smooth, orange peel, knockdown, and skip trowel finishes

April 1, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

17 Popular Types of Wall Texture for Homes

Walls do more than divide a room. The finish on the surface can change how a space looks and feels. Wall texture is a common way builders and painters...

Hand adjusting a ventilation device on a window with visible condensation and indoor potted plant nearby

April 1, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

Are Trickle Vents Necessary? What Homeowners Should Really Know

As a homeowner, there are so many little things you need to deal with that it’s easy for major issues to slip past you. For example, airflow is a...

Stainless steel commercial kitchen with steam rising from pot on stove, hanging pans, large window

April 1, 2026
Peter Fernandez
Home Improvement

Trickle Vents for Kitchens: Reducing Condensation Without Draughts

Kitchens have a reputation for fast-paced environments that involve a wide range of tasks, such as prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning cookware. With various meals being cooked and...