Recent content by IslandStyleGirl

Agree with inspector; however with a spare wood floor piece to play with, try GooGone or Crud Cutter (from Lowes). Both are wonderful and have saved me too numerous to name.

Old home remedies for ants. Sprinkle Comet around where you do not want them (around picnic tables or dog dishes). Sprinkle cayenne pepper for making them move on. Grits never worked for me. Not really much luck with Boric Acid either.

More thoughts for you. Love the fireplace and the mantel. The inserts above the mantel could be removed and tiffany glass inserted or some type stained glass since the sunshine seems to be shining on the panel area. If you find a back wall, a light placed behind the glass could create a...

There appears to be no contrasting colors for trim. I would put up a different colored lattice around all open areas for ease of access later if needed and for appearance. Then paint the trim to match. That way the white would no be so stark and the color would add character along with not...

Okay. You sought out help and that earns you an A+ grade. 1st = clean out the clutter---less stressful and creates a more peaceful environment. 2nd = think about the window; take down the sheet and spray some window frosting to obsure the glass and remove the blinds $2-3. Easily removed with a...