What is your biggest objection to putting carpet in your house? It gets dirty, right? After all, we love the warm feeling of sinking our toes into soft carpet when we get out of bed. But that comfort soon fades as we are faced with […]
Indoor plants and herbs pose many benefits for your home. Aside from their aesthetic charm, houseplants make breathing easier, they purify the air, improve your health, sharpen your focus and release moisturizing vapor.?In this issue of San Joaquin Homes and Gardens, we encourage you to […]
What’s a Woman to do With All Those Shoes? The kids have gone back to school, the holidays are around the corner and the seasons are changing, making this time of year notorious for its chaotic qualities. The last thing needed in your morning routine […]
It seems everyone has their eyes glued to their smart phones or tablets these days. It’s easy to deride social media for taking the place of face-to-face conversations and to lament the days that thank you notes were written on stationary and sent off with […]
If you’ve got a utility bill, Stockton’s BTA Solar can show you how to supplement or eliminate your electric utility costs for decades to come. As an efficient and effective form of energy, solar power uses the sun’s energy to produce electricity so you won’t […]
Halloween is truly a fun time of year. In addition to the joys of costumes and candy, this particular holiday offers a great opportunity to put your creative cap on and get seriously crafty. We encourage you to start a new family tradition, a mid-October […]
Showcasing special moments within your family brings warmth and character to your home. Engagements, weddings, anniversaries, vacations and newborns fill our camera and computer hard drive, and although we cherish the moment the photo captures, sometimes it is difficult to showcase all of those milestones […]
The thing about remodeling is… one thing always leads to another. One scenario: you’ve seen how gorgeous your new 84 inch bathroom vanity is so now you want to redo your floors. Another, once you’ve pulled out your kitchen cabinets, you find termites or mold. […]
The Decorative Rock Network has the largest collection of natural stones in all of Northern California! Their impressive inventory is a dream come true for your masonry or landscape projects. In addition to natural stones, the company boasts an entire line of California Quarried Natural […]
Most people don’t think about the window coverings, lighting, and artwork until the very end of their design project. At this point their budget is almost depleted, but these elements are the MOST important. Allocate at least 50% of your budget to window coverings, lighting, […]
Outdoor KITCHENS An essential part of the outdoor living experience is being able to cook and eat al fresco. Today, that has moved beyond the lonely barbecue into full outdoor kitchens complete with multiple cook surfaces, refrigerators, sinks, pizza ovens, beer taps, etc. Very often […]
Whether you are looking to reinvent your bland bedroom or make a guest room more welcoming, here are a few affordable ways to turn homely into homey. MAKE THE LITTLE DETAILS COUNT: When you’re working on a budget, it is important to cater to the little […]
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