Pop quiz! What invention was manufactured in Dallas house with a dirt floor, first produced in 1937, and is arguably one of the most important appliances in your kitchen? The title of the blog should’ve given away the answer, range hoods! While they’ve been redesigned and perfected over the years, the original concept remains unchanged. […]
How Does Radiant Floor Heating Work? Pros and Cons
While the concept might be new to some, it dates back to ancient times. The Romans, who were unbelievable engineers, would burn wood fires under elevated stone floors, thus inventing the first “heated floor”. The concept would be reworked over time to finally perfect the current system of electric/hydronic heated floors. Why Traditional heating systems […]
DIY Easy-to-Make Floating Shelf
Along with being one of the most controversial kitchen trends of recent years, floating shelves are also one of the most popular trends in all areas of the home. Floating shelves can make an area feel lighter and more open; it can be a great way to display anything you might like. Concept A floating […]
COVID-19: Coronavirus Cleaning and Disinfecting
Picture this. The year is 2019, you’re sitting outside on a warm summer day with your laptop and a tall, cold glass of an adult beverage. While surfing the web, you come across a Total Restore blog that says the years 2020-2030 will include a presidential impeachment, the continent of Australia catching on fire, a […]
DIY: Soundproofing Your Home
Nothing like being quarantined at home that makes you realize you need a bigger home. If you need to remotely work, or simply get some alone time, it can be hard with your whole family stuck at home. If noise is an issue in your home, and simply purchasing a larger home isn’t an option, […]
Spring Home Maintenance – What To Do During Your Quarantine
The outbreak of COVID-19 has left tons of Americans sitting inside their homes, twiddling their thumbs. While there are tons of people working from home, it still doesn’t consume their whole day. The bottom line is people have a lot more time on their hands than they previously didn’t have. With all this […]
A Responsible Way To Disinfect
Regularly cleaning your home and its surfaces is great, it’s actually highly encouraged. No better feeling than seeing your home spotless, not a crumb in sight. But have you realized that many household cleaners recommend you use gloves and other protective equipment? That’s because many cleaners can give you headaches and irritate your skin/eyes/throat. Covered […]
2020 Bathroom Trends
Change is healthy, it allows you to embrace new experiences. Things around the world are changing rapidly and they stop for no one. Remodeling is no exception; new trends seem to appear yearly. Remodeling your home is a great way to add pleasure and enjoyment to your home without having to change your location. While […]
2020 Kitchen Trends
Screaming “luxury” in any size kitchen, a solid slab backsplash does not have to drain your wallet. Instead of tile, a slab backsplash is made up of one massive piece of stone, or several large pieces if you must include breaks for cabinets or appliances. Often the countertop will be matched with the backsplash, creating […]
What To Do About the Coronavirus
Reportedly originating in Wuhan, Hebei Province, China, the coronavirus outbreak began in 2019. Since then, the virus has affected more than 100,000 people worldwide. The virus’ impact reaches further than just humans; last week, the S&P fell 11.5%, the Dow fell 12% and the Nasdaq fell 10.5%. Causing economic slowdowns, the coronavirus has done an […]