Northern Poconos Real Estate News
If you have a family, you know that long gone are the days of saving up your dollars and cents in a coffee can for a lively weekend at the beach with friends, where the only worries you had were how many suits you needed to pack for a seven-day trip.
Nowadays, your beach trips look quite different. Juice boxes replaced six-packs and arm floaters replaced drink cozies. You’re looking for a relaxing locale with plenty of lifeguards, kiddie rides, and ice cream parlors, and these beaches are the...
Large galvanized tubs have multiple functions around the house, from washing pets to storing knickknacks, there's no reason to ignore that metal tub that's been sitting in your garage for months. In fact, they even make the ideal DIY window box! Follow these simple steps to create a farmhouse window box that will surely transform the exterior of your house.
Materials
- Galvanized tub
- Power Drill
- Potting soil
- Flowers
Directions:
Care to knock out your spring cleaning in a month? It may seem impossible, but take it week by week, and you’re sure to have a sparkling clean house before April showers give way to May flowers.
Week One: DeclutterDecluttering is a big aspect of any cleaning project. Whether it be your closets, bathroom, basement, garage or other areas of your home, don’t leave this to the last week of your spring cleaning responsibilities. Decluttering and organizing should be done before any major cleanin...
One of the best ways to enjoy your backyard is by gathering around a campfire, but gathering wood and making the fire yourself isn’t always feasible. Now you can have your very own tabletop version—perfect for any size backyard!
Materials:
Work gloves
Nonstick spray
18-inch bowl
Large bucket
Concrete mix
Masonry trowel
5-inch bowl
Heavy weights
Sandpaper
Lava rock granules
Gel fuel canisters
Grill grate/metal screen
Industrial scissors
Large lava rocks
Lighter
Directions:
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From the outside looking in, yard sales can often seem like quite a bit of work. Although hosting a yard sale does require some level of effort, a little organization can make all the difference. Not only will it force you to get rid of unwanted goods, it can help you earn a few extra dollars—a definite win-win! Use these five tips to help you throw a successful and stress-free summer yard sale.
Prep and price.Organization is a must! Over the course of two to three weeks, pull out all items t...
As the temperature rises during the summer months, often so does your electric bill. Although there’s no escaping the air conditioning that is needed, there are multiple ways to offset the high costs that accompany the extra cool air. Use these tricks to thoroughly enjoy the warm weather while not having to fret about your bills!
Let your AC breathe.Clogged air conditioning filters will disrupt airflow. Be sure to either change or clean the filter before the summer every year. With a c...
Gardening is a popular pastime as winter changes into spring, but for many American’s who suffer from conditions like arthritis or back problems, spending time in the garden can really take a toll.
Here are some ways to prevent injury without having to say goodbye to your beloved tomato plants.
Avoid the heat.
Spending too much time under the hot sun can pose a serious threat, especially to older individuals or those with breathing or heart problems. Limit the amount of time you’re spending...
