In the 4th episode of our basement renovation series we tackled the bathroom vanity. As is our nature, we renovate in the name of sustainability. In this case, it means salvaging a solid wood vanity that’s in great shape. (Not actually the point of this post) but all that was needed was some sanding and a few coats of paint.…
What’s up homestuders! Haha I might actually use that from now on đ I just realized I never actually told you guys that we are officially starting the basement renovation at the Beige Bungalow. We are going to be updating you guys a little differently this time around. We will still be writing blog posts on the smaller projects within…
Tackling a renovation can be a daunting task. Wait..no that’s not right. No one actually seems to have any trouble swinging a hammer and demolishing a room. Planning a renovation and home design is a daunting task. Ah yes, that’s better. I often hear stories from members of this community, as well as friends, and family about how their renovations or…
“We definitely spent more than planned.” “Our renovation took longer than anticipated.” Why are these the most common statements from people post renovation. It’s usually because they skipped the most important part of the process- creating a renovation plan. Right now I am in the midst of a basement renovation at the Beige Bungalow. Because I am going through this exact…
Raised garden beds are a fairly simple weekend project, allowing for easy garden maintenance, and a host of other benefits. This article will teach you everything you need to know about building a raised garden bed, and the advantages it provides. What is a raised garden bed? A raised garden bed is anything that lifts the level of the garden…
Too many people consider IKEA to be cheap furniture built for the college kid. While in some cases this may be true, there comes a time at almost any stage of life where we purchase/acquire something from IKEA. In my case- it was the IKEA kallax shelving unit. It seemed to be the perfect coincidence. We were in the midst…
There comes a time in almost every woodworking project where a nail hole or joint needs to be filled, and what better way is there than with making your own wood filler with sawdust. Okay, well there is other ways. You could reach for a tube or container of wood filler, but it often doesn’t match the wood and the…
From an early age, I can remember my parents planting a large vegetable garden. I’d wander through and enjoy a tomato, snap pea, or the raspberries throughout the summer. Naturally, like many growers, this is where I started my foray into gardening- plain ol’ soil! However, with our short growing season, I was determined to continue growing my own produce…
Soil vs potting mix, is there a difference? These terms are often used interchangeable, however, they really shouldn’t be. What is soil? Natural soil is a mix of silt, clay, and sand. It contains organic matter, gases, liquids, and an extremely diverse array of micro- and macro-organisms. Soil is part of earth’s pedosphere, which has four major functions. Healthy soil…