
It's the kind of thing you forget about until you're going up the stairs and there it is: the squeaky step. Though probably not on the top of your to-do list, this quick reference may give you the motivation you need. It may be as easy as dusting the stairs with a little talcum powder.

Granted winter has just passed, but this could be the perfect project to work on now and have ready in the fall: heated flooring. Decide if you want it as the sole heating source for your new home or do it on a by-project basis room by room. Don’t warm tiles right out of the shower sound inviting?

Crown, chair, and base Moldings add a touch of character and charm to any room no matter how old or new your home is. But these moldings are also not immune to the rigors of a household and often times they are subject to even more damage because they are located in high-traffic areas such as baseboards which are easily dinged by feet, furniture, and other moving objects.