Are you interested in DIY “painting” your brick house but not sure of the best product to use or how to go about it? Classico Limewash or a mineral based paint is best to achieve the look you want with a breathable, natural finish that does not seal masonry like traditional latex based exterior paints. This post is sponsored by Romabio but the opinions are my own. I have … [Read more...] about How to DIY Limewash a Brick House
Building the Structural Foundation and Piers: the First Step in Building our Dream Beach House
Building a house at the beach is our dream come true. In my last blog, I talked about all the steps involved in finding, acquiring, researching, and bringing the right professionals together in the pre-construction phase of designing and building our home. On a side note, we chose Allen Patterson Builders of Beaufort, SC, a member of the Southern Living Custom Builder … [Read more...] about Building the Structural Foundation and Piers: the First Step in Building our Dream Beach House
Pre-construction Steps on Our New Custom Beach Home
It took us almost 18 months when Jenni and I announced we purchased our property on Fripp Island till the contractor moved the first load of dirt. Although it was an exciting period during the pre-construction phase, it could also be daunting at times. There were a lot of steps involved, and it was critical to do things in the right order to ensure everything went smoothly. Let … [Read more...] about Pre-construction Steps on Our New Custom Beach Home
Holiday Gift Guide for the Tech Lover 2022
I've always been a fan of tech gadgets, so I've made a list of my favorites for 2022! 1. Yummly Smart Thermometer Looking for a great stocking stuffer or gift for the cook in your house? One of the coolest kitchen gadgets on the market, the completely wireless Yummly® Smart Thermometer helps eliminate the guesswork out of cooking (or grilling) meat, fish, or poultry … [Read more...] about Holiday Gift Guide for the Tech Lover 2022
Laundry Room Remodel – How to Maximize a Small Space
If your home doesn’t have a huge space to wash and dry your clothes, don't worry. The key is to make the most of what you do have. I recently remodeled our laundry room which was really small, only 8.5’x5.5’. In the end, it felt much bigger (and at the same time, it is now one of my favorite room designs in our home.) Rethink the Layout to Maximize Space Before you get … [Read more...] about Laundry Room Remodel – How to Maximize a Small Space