The Inside Outside Guys: The truth about ice dams

The problem with ridges of ice forming at the eave or in the valleys is that the ice can trap or dam melt water behind it.

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Style at Home: Add panache with pillows

Time and again I’ve seen the right pillows take a nothing room and make it fresh and fabulous

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Smart Solutions: Birthday surprise — celebrating is fun, even in a pandemic

Having a winter birthday would not have been my first choice because of the usual weather conditions and the post-holiday slump

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Angie’s List: What do I need to know about garage door installation?

Not only are they a first line of security defense, but they’re a critical defining element in your home’s look and can save energy

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New Nicole Curtis series on HGTV helps Detroit homeowners renovating old houses find their way

"Rehab Addict Rescue" follows homeowners in eight homes in Detroit as they try to restore an older home

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With Stafford’s departure from Lions imminent, $6.5M mansion back on market

Matthew Stafford will soon be leaving Michigan behind and his multi-million dollar mansion is back on the market

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Michigan entrepreneur creates a snowsuit that’s easy for kids

The SnowOtter StowSuit keeps all the components together so they don't get lost

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MI Dream Home: Tudor-style manor in Franklin has classic touches, private tennis court

This Tudor-style home was built in 2007, but looks beyond its years with classic touches throughout including a wood paneled office and a leaded glass bay window that sits above the wood entry door flanked by sidelight windows

Trash or Treasure: Print example of Op Art movement

The signed print is by Victor Vasarely

Juggling Act: Evolution of a child’s bedroom pushes us to move forward

The dream catcher once hung just above my son's head, protecting him. But suddenly, he didn't need protection anymore

Cutting the clutter: Make storage solutions work for you

As the home continues to work harder to meet current needs, you can corral all that clutter with the right storage and placement

Homestyle: Storage solutions

Gardening: Sprouting seeds can help chase the winter blues away

One of the ways I pick up my spirits at this time of year is kitchen gardening

Welcome Mat: Marie Kondo partners with the Container Store

Also: New paints from Sherwin-Williams feature sanitizing benefits; hunt for gnomes in Northville

The Inside Outside Guys: All about water heaters

Today, hot water is a convenience we take for granted

Design Recipes: Tips to get the best view

Capture the best view and execute a winning floor plan

Style at Home: How to find the perfect perch

Our favorite chairs are much more than just furniture – they resonate with our personalities through our style preferences

Smart Solutions: Make forgotten piece of furniture a star in another room

This simple approach to refreshing your home also applies to other accents when you see the hidden potential in each piece

MI Dream Home: Equestrian estate has renovated home, horse farm amenities

The property at 9691 Chinavare Road in Newport would be ideal for someone with a private horse farm or someone who wants to run a business

Trash or Treasue: Unusual item dates to tea’s early days

The tube-like container is made of bamboo and marked with a sterling silver plate

Let there be light. Detroit candlemakers transport you with Michigan scents

Metro Detroit is home to many candlemakers who create a range of scents. Their candles often pay homage to specific places in Michigan and Detroit

The Inside Outside Guys: That sinking feeling – concrete slabs, porches and patios

The Guys talk all the time about the importance of base and supporting soils under concrete and asphal

Zillow’s 2021 design predictions grow out of pandemic trends seen nationally

Spending so much time at home in 2020 has forced us to rethink how we use our space and to invest in things we never knew we needed

Style at Home: Beating the post-holiday decor slump

The lack of Christmas cheer is leaving me in a bit of a funk

Angie’s List: How should I plan a home gym?

Make sure your home gym is something you’re actually going to use

Smart Solutions: Ingenuity helping them get through the winter months

Couple says its a way for them to have friends over from time to time in a safe environment that’s comfortable

Welcome Mat: Study finds homeowners shifting away from open concept kitchens

The 2021 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends study also found that white continues to be the No. 1 color choice in the kitchen

The Plumber: Looking for an ergonomic shower control valve

We have an older home, and our plumber says it's time to replace the current valve anyway

Design Recipes: 10 quick ways to refresh your home in 2021

Love a great flea market find? Why not take an old piece and repurpose or refinish it

Juggling Act: Detroit woman becomes ‘Uber’ of gently used furniture, home goods

A chance encounter changed Erica Guido's life. Now she picks up donated furniture and goods all over Metro Detroit and gives them to those in need

MI Dream Home: $5.2M Fennville estate on Lake Michigan ideal for multi-generational family

The more than 9,000-square-foot, U-shaped house is nestled on 46 acres on Lake Michigan's shore with 135 feet of private beach

Greet 2021 with a kaleidoscope of color choices

The latest color trends can send a message, whether they convey a sense of calm or positive energy

Homestyle: The colors of 2021

Help your pet feel right at home

Whether you already have a beloved pet, are getting ready to welcome one into your life or are relocating to a new house, there are many ways to make sure your furry friend feels happy and safe in your home

Simple, inexpensive home improvements for living and selling

Major renovations aren’t the only way homeowners can make a space their own and create an escape while stuck at home because of the pandemic

Welcome Mat: Pottery Barn unveils plans to plant 3 million trees by 2023

The retailer is partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant one tree for each piece of indoor wood furniture it sells to help rebuild ecosystems

Trash or Treasure: Colorful pottery brightens dark days

Couple's Fiestaware collection has become a passion

Gardening: Yellow’s place in the garden

I’m focusing on using more yellow in the garden this year to attract as many pollinators as possible

The Inside Outside Guys: Your fireplace checkup — what to look for and what to burn

If you are new to the home or haven’t used the fireplace in a while, we always suggest having a certified chimney sweep take a look at the fire box and chimney before lighting any fires.

Smart Solutions: Switching over to winter decor

When switching from Christmas to winter decor, we may leave the tree up a little longer than usual this year, but putting away the other seasonal pieces got off to an early start