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Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 6:54 PM
 Author of 23 books, with sales of two
million worldwide, and creator of the original and unique Annie Sloan
Chalk Paint and Soft Waxes
Annie Sloan - British
decorative paint expert, author of numerous paint technique books, and
creator of the one and only Annie SloanChalk Paint – will be holding a
one-day workshop in Atlanta, GA, on Thursday, March 29 at theWyndham Peachtree Conference Center, as part of her 8-city tour of America. Ms.
Sloan, who is considered a ‘rock star’ by her numerous US fans - will
be leading the one-day demonstration and overseeing hands-on group
sessions. |
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Posted on Monday, January 09, 2012 10:32 PM
LUXADD,
the only US manufacturer of labor free linear fluorescent lighting
retrofit solutions and the International Green Energy Council (IGEC),
one of the nation's strongest advocates of "Green" sustainable design
practices including energy efficient building retrofit solutions, have
partnered to expedite LUXADD's brand awareness and to promote the
opportunity LUXADD offers to put America back to work. LUXADD
and the International Green Energy Council (IGEC) are joining forces to
spread the word about LUXADD's technology innovation and its energy
saving potential in the area of linear fluorescent lighting retrofits -
just in time for the "T12 Lighting Phase-out". |
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Posted on Wednesday, January 04, 2012 3:57 PM
Since winter temperatures have arrived in many of the Southeast Region states, it’s the perfect time to make sureyour
home is winter-proofed. By preparing for the potential of winter
storms and freezing temperatures ahead of time, you can avoid winter
related disasters from wreaking havoc on the home front. But
before the thermometer drops again during cold snaps, you can take
simple steps to safeguard your home and head off a cold weather
catastrophe. “It’s
hard to start thinking about safeguarding your home when early winter
temperatures remain well above freezing,” said Allstate spokesperson
John Heid said. |
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Posted on Monday, December 19, 2011 12:43 PM
The 4 annual Decatur Old House fair is coming
on February 18 at the newly renovated Courtyard Marriott and
Conference Center and we’ve mixed things up because like your historic house,
the fair is a work in progress! We are excited to announce that Jodi Marks, HGTV personality
and co-host of Today’s Homeowner on 11Alive, will be a guest speaker. She’ll be presenting “Fun projects to Enhance
your Home” with lots of great advice and giveaways. And, just in time for the spring, Roger Moss, exterior paint
color specialist, and author of |
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Posted on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 12:38 PM
Everyone knows that Johnny will ask for a new bike this
holiday season and Suzy will beg for a talking doll. But,what does Santa want? “My job on December 24
would be so much easier if people would plan ahead and have
reindeer-resistant roofing on their homes,” says Santa Claus. “I’d
certainly be a great deal jollier if I could count on those roofs being
able to handle the 7,000 or so pounds that I land on with my sled, the
nine reindeer, and all those toys --- to say nothing of the extra weight
I’ve gained over the summer! |
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Andrea Woroch: Posted on Monday, November 21, 2011 1:21 PM
Furnaces are kicking in across the U.S. as temperatures sink. Alas,
keeping warm comes with a higher sticker price each year, no matter what
type of
heating system you use. According to CNN Money, the average
bill for a home using heating oil is more than $320 per month while gas users fork over $160 monthly. Here are some thoughts on how you could lower your heating bill without freezing your way through the winter. 1. Energy Audit
The first step is to assess any problem areas. Ask if your utility
company provides a free or low-cost energy audit, which will identify
changes you
should make. |
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Posted on Monday, October 17, 2011 3:01 PM
 According to the National Aging in Place Council, an
overwhelming majority of Americans want to remain in their homes for as
long as possible. But, while people may wish to stay in their homes
longer, most houses were not built to adapt to our changing needs as we
age. “The
good news is that there are many simple ways to make a home more
functional for your needs as you age, starting with the doors,” says
Shannon Sims, marketing communications manager for Therma-Tru Corp.
“Making life easier for aging adults can be as simple as choosing
low-maintenance entry doors with easy-to-use levers instead of
doorknobs. |
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Posted on Thursday, September 29, 2011 3:00 PM
5 Steps for Finding the Perfect Hues for Your Home  The new 30-page FRESH Home Exterior Colorsguide is now available online to help homeowners, remodelers and
builders select the perfect colors for the exterior of the home. Written
by national color expert Kate Smith of Sensational Color, the free
downloadable tool is designed to make it easy for people to choose color
palates that complement the exterior of the home. “Enhancing
homes with exterior colors is one of the hottest trends in the
marketplace right now,” says Smith, CMG, CfYH and a career color trend
forecaster. |
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Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2011 11:20 PM
Feel like cheating?Forget what the inside of your home looks like for just a bit and focus on your home’s exterior. “The
exterior of your home makes a lasting and daily impression on your
friends and family, along with your neighbors,” says Mark Clement,
professional contractor and host ofMyFixItUpLifehome
improvement radio show. “While the weather is good, my advice is to get
outside and fix up problem areas, work on the landscaping and invest in
products that make your home’s exterior not only look great, but work
great. |
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