The home improvement that can 'green' your indoor environment
Spring and summer are seasons of green - so it makes sense to take advantage of the warm weather to "green" your home with improvements that deliver environmental, economic, emotional and physical health benefits. Adding skylights delivers all those green pluses - and it's doable in warm and cool weather.

Dramatically update your kitchen in six hours or less with six projects
With the amount of time you spend in your kitchen, why settle for out-of-date features and decor - especially since it is easy to give your kitchen a 180-degree makeover? Try these six simple projects, and in no time at all you'll have a kitchen where you will want to spend more time.

The kitchen of the future at your fingertips
We turn to technology to make many aspects of our lives easier - from traveling with a GPS to staying connected with loved ones via social networking Web sites. It's no surprise, then, that our kitchens, the most-used room in the home, are becoming increasingly high tech.

Accessories: What every well-dressed skylight is wearing this year
In the world of fashion, accessories can make an average outfit look sophisticated and stylish. The same can be said in the world of home fashion, where smart accessories can turn an already great idea - installing a skylight - into an energy-efficient, eco-conscious home run.

2010 color decor and design trends: influenced by life's richness
As the economy stabilizes, homeowners are expected to begin investing more money into their homes. Colors that provide hope and affirmation are at the forefront of decor for 2010.

Make your house clean and green
When you clean your house in the spring, you really want it to be clean. Dirt, dust and germs are banned, and all appliances, floors and walls are scrubbed clean. The best way to make sure your living space is clean and healthy is to use safe, natural cleaning products you create yourself, using natural and inexpensive ingredients you can pick up at any natural grocery store.

Get organized, save money, be happy
A disorganized home wastes time, and time is money. It can be frustrating if you're constantly misplacing items, throwing out spoiled food that went missing in the kitchen and paying surcharges for unpaid bills that got lost in the shuffle. But it's easy to put a little happiness back into your life if you just get organized.

Gardening is making a popular comeback
Change has come to America. The pop culture phrase "show me the money," boiling throughout business and industry, has cooled down and is forcing people to take a hard look at what is really important in life.

Top 10 kitchen and bath trends for 2010
Does your kitchen or bathroom look like it's stuck in a time warp? Then it might be time to update the most-used rooms in your home. For inspiration, look no further than the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), which recently shared its top 2010 kitchen and bath trends.

Keeping your wood floor's natural shine
Wood floors are a beloved part of a home, and are also a great investment that can boost your home's value by up to $10,000, according to the Hardwood Information Center.

Fast fixes for foreclosed homes
The high volume of foreclosed homes on the market is allowing some astute buyers to turn eyesores into eye-catching properties with only minimal investment. While not every property can be fixed up affordably, there are some common projects that dramatically improve a foreclosed home's appeal and value.

Selling your home? Easy improvements to attract buyers
Real estate pros often coach their clients on the value of making "curb appeal" improvements to help sell their homes. Outside painting and minor repairs signal that the house has been well cared for. That's a great marketing tactic, but an even better advantage is offering multiple bathrooms.

Food safety: Protect your family's health this year
Exercising and dieting are excellent goals Americans set to stay healthy. But the best tip to keep the entire family healthy is by focusing on food safety in the kitchen.

Greening the kitchen with eco-friendly cabinetry
Homeowners embarking on a kitchen remodel typically must select the style, the quality of craftsmanship and the materials that meet their unique values and project goals. With the pressing need to increase energy efficiency and conserve resources, green remodeling continues to gain in popularity.

Rock your walls with some creativity
Walls are, arguably, the largest decorator element in your home. Many of us, however, rarely venture beyond using them as background for our furniture and accessories. With a little courage and creativity, walls can be turned into a bold design statement in your home.

Spring decorating: five savvy home decorating tips eco-style
As spring rounds the corner, so does the desire to lighten the mood in life and home. Whether you choose to de-clutter or add a splash of spring color, simple eco-friendly changes to home decor set the tone for a much lighter, and brighter, season.