Home Design
Weatherstripping & Caulking Your Home
Weatherstripping and caulking may be the easiest ways to increase energy efficiency and reduce heating and cooling costs for your home. Caulking and weather-stripping prevents air from entering or escaping the home, and also prevents the spread of moisture around pipes, drains, and faucets. Replacement weather-stripping is usually available at most building supply and hardware [...]
Closet Storage and Organization Ideas
Like a cartoon character you go to open your closet one day and things spill out on top of you. If you’re like me, you have lots of clothes. And belts. And shoes. And coats. And sweaters and tops and … well, you get the idea! However, when I bought my house I came to [...]
The Minimalist Home Design
It strikes me that most of the content on RafterTales.com has been about adding stuff to your home. But lately, I’ve been thinking more about less … uncluttering my own space.
Great Room Design Ideas
As the focal point of a modern home, the great room is where the family spends time together. A great room design should be comfortable and practical in terms of layout, furnishings and design elements.
Why Should I Hire An Interior Designer
Whether you are designing a new home, remodeling or just want to change the look in your home, hiring an interior designer is worth considering. But if you want your home interior to reflect your own tastes and personality you may be better off managing the project yourself.
So You Want to Build Your Own Home?
Have you ever considered building your own home? If so, read this overview to learn all the steps from foundation & framing, to plumbing, drywall, finish & more
Interior Design Shopping on a Shoestring
If you've always wanted your home to look like you hired an Interior Designer but you don't want to spend a lot, follow these great tips on how to find deals and bargains.
The Complete Bathroom Decorating Guide
See how the pros turn ordinary bathrooms into designer masterpieces. Free, comprehensive, no-nonsense, practical Guide to Bathroom Decorating shows you how!
Southern Living House Charm
Southern living homes are the ultimate in style, practicality and American architectural history. Learn more about Antebellum and Southern living house designs.
The Future of Home Design
Ever wonder what your home might look like in another 30 years? Here's your chance to have a sneak peek into the future of home design!
