North Atlanta Home Show – January 27-29
New year, new ideas! Get inspired for your next home project at the North Atlanta Home Show on January 27-29. From small refreshes to complete overhauls, you can shop, compare and bring your ideas to life with guidance from hundreds
The Kai Garden “pop-up” plant sales
The grounds of mixed-media artist Eric Mack’s Atlanta home have become the unlikely hub for rare plants. The Kai Garden “pop-up” plant sales feature unique flora hand-selected and grown by Mack. From Euphorbias to beginner-friendly Poppies, visitors will be thrilled
WildWoods: AGLOW at Fernbank Museum
Venture into the all-new, nocturnal walkthrough adventure WildWoods: AGLOW at Fernbank Museum. Inspired by native flora and fauna, this multi-sensory experience engages audiences with a 10-acre wonderland of biodiversity through transformative imaginary, large-scale projections and original music. Guests are encouraged
Exotic home decor from Dear Keaton
Dazzle your friends with decorations from all over the world! They will never suspect that Dear Keaton is your secret. Local Atlanta gal pals, Christie Shepard and Chris Hutcheson, jet set around the world gathering exotic finds with interesting stories
What is the difference between room darkening and blackout treatments?
Blackout shades use fabrics that block 100% of all incoming light, while room darkening refers to fabrics that block between 95-99% of light. The best options for total room darkening are shades with blackout fabric and light blocking side channels.
How can I prepare my garage door for winter?
Minor issues can be magnified after days of cold weather. Here are four tasks to help keep your garage door safe and reliable through the winter. 1. Inspect and clean the rubber seal strip on the bottom of your door.
How should I clean fiber cement siding, and how often should I do it?
I recommend cleaning fiber cement siding once a year or every other year. I would use a 50/50 solution of bleach and water or a solution of 90% water and 10% Simple Green® All-Purpose Cleaner. Soft wash the house. Don’t
What do I need to know about black or dark colored windows?
These are a popular trend that’s here to stay. Classic architectural colors like black and bronze pair well with other colors; however, dark colors draw more heat to the window frames which could mean serious problems for you if you
What types of glass do you recommend for a shower door?
Many of our customers install lighting in their showers to showcase their beautiful new tile or stone. Traditional heavy glass has a slight green tint, which can change the hue of the surface slightly, especially if the tile or marble
What can I do to maintain my garage door system between tune-ups?
The best step to take is to ‘look and listen’. Listen for odd noises, and look for anything that doesn’t look normal. Call a professional for anything involving the springs or cables. Simple lubrication of moving parts (rollers and hinges)
