Today Tracy writes,
Dear Diva, I’m buying new appliances and I don’t understand what the difference is between a fridge that costs $1200 and one that costs $2600? They look basically the same to me., why is there such a large price difference? Thanks
When it comes to buying new appliances, the difference in price is often [...]
Today Lori writes:
I’m looking for a rustic yet contemporary flooring for my great room. I love wood but haven’t found anything that fit both of those styles as of yet. A friend suggested checking out BR111 hardwood flooring, is that a good brand or do you have any other suggestions?
Yes Lori, I’d suggest at [...]
Today Needy in New York writes:
I’m trying to figure out what type of floor to put in my summer home. I live in NY state and there is not heat in the house in the winter. I was looking at the Brazilian cherry jatoba natural in the click lock style. Would this [...]
Today Karen asks:
I need your advice on buying new kitchen cabinets for my home. I already know that I will be going with new ones instead of resurfacing them. But it’s the height of the ones reaching toward the ceiling that have me concerned. Should I opt for the extra expense of those cabinets going [...]
Today April writes:
Dear Diva, I bought this beautiful color of red paint for my dining room and after painting two coats on the wall it is still an ugly pinkish hue! Did I buy bad paint? Please help!
Unless the paint was old or exposed to extreme temperatures, you probably did not buy “bad” paint. If [...]
Today Chris writes:
I’ve seen these elaborate tile medallions that cost hundreds to thousands of dollars. Is there a way I can create my own and only spend a fraction of the cost?
Honestly, it just depends on what type of look you are going for and your skill level. If you’re creative, a master with a [...]
Today Devin writes:
What are the advantages of going with a wider plank wood floor? The one I’m looking at is available in a 3″ wide plank and 5″ wide plank and I don’t know what one to choose or why.
When it comes to deciding between a 3″ or a 5″ plank, price is usually a [...]
Today Margaret writes:
Dear Diva,
I am getting ready to put new flooring in my kids bathroom. I have three kids and they’re all under the age of six. I like wood and laminate but are not sure if they will hold up. Any suggestions?
Margaret, you’ve certainly got your hands full right now! You definitely want [...]
Today Janet and Steve write:
Dear Diva, We’ve lived in our brand new house for five months and are really confused about what to do with our existing hardwood flooring.
Here’s the problem: we have a light toned existing hardwood floor in the kitchen and we think the shape is odd. We’d like to make it [...]
Today a A concerned parent writes:
Dear Diva,
I know you have written countless articles on cordless blinds, but I wanted to get your thoughts on the dangers of corded blinds and children.
Are articles like this correct? Is there really this big of a danger at hand?
Are cordless blinds the only options for avoiding this [...]
