Nursery Décor: A New Parent’s Guide
There are many things to consider when planning your child’s nursery. There’s a wave of excitement to tap into when designing a room that will be your baby’s. Naturally, it should welcome them to your home and be a cute, cozy and comfortable environment. There’s no shortage of themes to choose from, but function, safety, […]
How to Keep Your Front Entry Fun and Safe for Trick-or-Treaters
Halloween is an exciting, fun-filled day when kids can express their creative imaginations. They can enjoy a bit of make believe, some sugary treats and a few “safe scares.” It’s the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure that trick-or-treaters are safe when approaching a home. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when […]
How to Design a Kid-Friendly Backyard
One of the pleasures of having a home is the space that a backyard provides for activities with family and friends. A backyard can be a great place for kids to burn off energy, explore the outdoors, and simply relax. When children are small, care should also be taken to ensure their safety. The following […]
Does Your House Have a Mold Problem?
January 25, 2013
in Home Improvement Tagged clean, cleaning, hazard, health, humidity, leak, moisture, mold, moldy, safetyFor all the concern over second-hand smoke and other toxins that confront us while we’re out in the world, indoor air pollution is something most people don’t think about. One of the chief pollutants of indoor air is mold, whose spores are inhaled with every breath we take. What is Mold? Molds are microscopic fungi that […]
Lead-Based Paint: Keep Your Family Safe
October 12, 2012
in Home Improvement Tagged child, children, danger, kids, lead, paint, painting, poisoning, remodel, remodelling, renovate, renovation, safety, toxicLead is a metallic element found in rocks and soil virtually everywhere in the world. Tiny lead particles can be toxic if individuals inhale or swallow them. Over time, those inhaled or ingested lead particles may accumulate in blood, bones and soft tissue. The lead can cause permanent damage to the central nervous system, kidneys, […]