If you’re wondering how to clean your bath or shower, and how often you should be doing it, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together a quick list of maintenance tips that will help you keep your bathtub or shower fresh and clean so that it not only looks great for you and …
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You recently had a new exterior door installed on your home and it looks amazing. The only challenge now is making sure it continues to look amazing moving forward. Maintaining an exterior door really isn’t all that difficult—the tricky part is just remembering to do it. Below are some tips from the home improvement pros …
Continue ReadingCleaning & Maintaining Double Hung Windows
To keep your double hung windows looking great and working efficiently, regular cleaning and maintenance are recommended. Fortunately, double hung windows are among the easiest window style to clean and maintain. All you’ll need is an over-the-counter glass cleaner, paper towels or a few soft cloths, silicon lubricant spray, and, if your windows have metal …
Continue ReadingDesign Ideas From Hotel Bathrooms
For lovers of luxury, hotel bathrooms can be a surprising source of design inspiration for home remodeling projects. High-end hotels hire some of the world’s most talented interior designers to craft unique bathing areas to match the aesthetic of their properties, with striking results that push the boundaries of comfort, convenience, sheer luxury and visual appeal. At West Shore Home, we’ve worked with countless customers to plan, design and install bathroom renovation masterpieces …
Continue ReadingHighlights from the Consumer Reports Window Buying Guide
Consumer Reports, one of the most trusted names in unbiased product reviews and ratings, has put together a comprehensive guide to buying replacement windows for your home. We’ve listed the highlights below. Window Frames Comparison According to the buying guide, vinyl frames windows provide homeowners with the greatest value when compared to frames made from …
Continue Reading5 Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient (and Save the Earth!)
Every year, American homes waste 61% of the energy they consume, and the average American spends more than 10% of their income on utilities! That translates to $130 billion in wasted energy each year. While those numbers may sound scary, they represent a great opportunity for us to make a positive impact on our environment …
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