Even it doesn’t always feel like spring, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and clean off all the dirt and grime that accumulated through winter. Cleaning out the refrigerator, sweeping away cobwebs, deep cleaning the floors…spring cleaning comes...
The amount of stuff that comes with living in the Midwest—boots, spring jackets, winter coats, rubber boots, rain jackets (just to name a few)—well, it’s overwhelming. It’s really easy for your mudroom (or entryway) to get overwhelmed with all the...
Ripping up carpet can be a thrilling experience (good bye nasty old carpet!), but it is also a cumbersome job. These tips for removing carpet make the project easier and get you one step closer to new flooring. (Cue the celebration!)Bring in the...
There are many different kinds of carpet on the market (and we don’t just mean different colors!). It can be challenging to choose the right carpet for your home—and, if you’re like most people, it’s not a decision you take lightly. No one wants...
How do you protect those stunning wood floors? Fortunately, it’s not hard to care for wood floors, but there are some basic care and cleaning steps that keep those gorgeous floors looking like new.The first step to protecting wood floors is...
The leaves are turning color, pumpkins are ready, kids back in school. It’s fall, a great time to prepare for the white stuff that inevitably falls on Wisconsin. And while we traditionally think of bringing out coats and mittens, homeowners also...
Make your patio the go-to spot where everyone wants to hang out this summer—the spot that everyone gathers and enjoys a delicious brat, each other’s company, and your beautiful patio décor. Use these ideas to make a beautiful outdoor space that...
The best playroom flooring NEEDS to be easy-to-clean, comfortable, and practical. Fortunately, there are many different playroom flooring ideas that check off all those boxes—and are big hit with both kids and adults.This list of playroom flooring...
Dogs may be easy to love, but they can be a little hard to clean up after (and even a little nerve wracking to own when you have new carpet!). The good news: cleaning up after your dog has an accident on the carpet is not a lost cause. Even the...
It IS possible to have pets and nice carpeting in the same house. (Really!) We’re not going to lie to you, though: it can feel like a losing battle with your cat or dog—unless you take these tips to heart.Start at the door.It’s the first line of...
