Barbara Whelan's Blog

Posted on 01/30/2022
Choosing Energy-Efficient Windows for Your Home
If your energy bills are high, your windows could be partly to blame. Windows allow the sun’s heat to warm up your home in summer, which means your air conditioner has to run more. Windows can let cold air in during winter through drafts while heated indoor air seeps outside, causing your furnace to run more. In fact,...
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Posted on 01/23/2022
Quick Tips for Choosing Your Home's Color Scheme
Image by Bronisław Dróżka from Pixabay The colors you choose for different rooms can have a major impact on how your house looks overall. With so many color schemes to choose from, how can you decide which ones would work best for your home? Part of this comes down to your personal preferences, but there are other factors...
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Posted on 01/16/2022
DIY Guide: Mosaic Stepping Stones For Your Garden
If you’re looking for garden decor that will also add important functionality to the space, mosaic stepping stones might be your perfect option. Mosaic is an excellent technique for making your own outdoor decorations as it is extremely tough and weather-resistant. Here are the materials and steps for making mosaic stepping stones for your garden or yard. Materials...
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Posted on 01/09/2022
How Homeowners Can Reduce the Risk of a Chimney Fire
Homeowners sometimes visualize a chimney fire as an event that involves flames shooting out of the top like a flare. While that type certainly happens too often, slow-burning chimney fires tend to go undetected and place unsuspecting household members in harm's way. The good news for homeowners with fireplaces is reducing the risk of a chimney fire ranks...
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Posted on 01/02/2022
How to Incorporate Celestial Decor Into Your Interior Design
Celestial imagery has become a popular trend in interior decorating. From social media style influencers to major decor vendors, the celebration of space and stargazing has found its way into every room. If you are interested in incorporating the celestial style into your own interior designs, here are some ideas to inspire you. Create a Celestial Gallery Wall...
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Posted on 12/26/2021
3 Things Every Renter Should Know
Renting a home is a complicated process. Whether you’re a first-time renter or a seasoned pro, navigating the rental market can be overwhelming. Just like with buying a home, it’s easy to make mistakes or miss important details. Here are some tips for avoiding common renter mistakes. Read the Entire Lease When you’re choosing a place to live,...
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Posted on 12/19/2021
Working With What You Have: Porch Decorating For Small Spaces
Photo by Julian Hochgesang on Unsplash If you have a small front porch you might feel as though you don’t have enough room to work with. The good news is that there are plenty of things you can do to decorate a front porch even with very little space. You might not have room for a big porch...
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Posted on 12/12/2021
3 Tips for Green Living in Manufactured Log Homes
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Manufactured log homes still retain the pioneer charm of homes built throughout history, but have some important modern features. While older log homes lacked natural light and powerful insulation, those that are available today boast lots of windows and modern insulation. They're spacious and cozy and often feature wide, roomy porches that welcome...
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Posted on 12/05/2021
Quick Pointers for Streaming at Home
When you put a home theater in your house, you don’t have to worry about stocking up on Blu-Rays and DVDs or subscribing to cable movie channels, which can be costly. Streaming devices make it easy and cost-effective to cut the cord while still being able to enjoy watching plenty of movies in your home theater. These devices...
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Posted on 12/19/2021
Video Tour - 38 Merriman Lane, Prospect, CT 06712
Escape to your private retreat on 11+ acres at end of cul-de-sac, Custom built home offers 4700 sq. ft of open floor plan with all large rooms, deck with gorgeous views, custom windows and molding, hardwood floors on main level, first floor offers fully applianced eat in kitchen, double wall ovens, cherry cabinets, granite counters, recessed lighting, formal dining room, 28 x 28 cathedral family room, skylights, wood burning stove, formal office with fireplace, formal living room, 2nd floor offers master bedroom suite with fireplace, full bath and balcony, 2 bedrooms with jack and jill bath, washer and dryer, large foyer with custom window,...
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Posted on 12/19/2021
38 Merriman Lane, Prospect, CT 06712 is now new to the market!
Escape to your private retreat on 11+ acres at end of cul-de-sac, Custom built home offers 4700 sq. ft of open floor plan with all large rooms, deck with gorgeous views, custom windows and molding, hardwood floors on main level, first floor offers fully applianced eat in kitchen, double wall ovens, cherry cabinets, granite counters, recessed lighting, formal dining room, 28 x 28 cathedral family room, skylights, wood burning stove, formal office with fireplace, formal living room, 2nd floor offers master bedroom suite with fireplace, full bath and balcony, 2 bedrooms with jack and jill bath, washer and dryer, large foyer with custom window,...
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Posted on 12/16/2021
Another Property Sold - 79 Kenny Drive, New Haven, CT 06513
Come & experience the awesome flow of this house for yourself & move right in to this updated Full Cape style home! Only a few minutes drive to a large selection of shopping, restaurants, as well as, downtown New Haven where the prestigious Yale University calls home. This property boasts great curb appeal and a long driveway which leads to a detached 2 car garage. A great backyard space with room for a vegetable garden. The impressive new deck is made of durable Trex products and has a special private retreat right off of the master suite. Inside you’ll find the convenience of a back door mud room prior to your entrance into the...
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