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  • Americans alone will spend $200 billion on home improvement and maintenance this year. The Home & Garden Series encourages viewers to renew their interest in improving the home and protecting their investment. From remodeling to renovation to redecorating a room on a budget, stories will address the latest in home improvement.

Home & Garden topics include:


Decorating on a Dime: You’ve seen it in the magazine, but don’t have an open budget. These segments show consumers how to obtain that professional look…without the price tag that normally goes along with it! From the family room to the dining room, all areas of budget-conscious décor will be explored.

 

Rooms with a View: Filling a room with furniture requires a real vision. These segments show various ways to furnish a room no matter the size, shape or color. From rugs to window treatments, bedrooms to bathrooms, we hear from the experts on taking a vision and making a room come to life.

 

Landscaping Your Home: Landscaping your lawn is more than a chore. It’s an art. These segments cover a wide array of issues on planting not only the best vegetation — but the best layout to fit your needs, your lifestyle and your space. From English gardens, to planting herbs, viewers will learn the latest landscaping tips from the top architects.

 

Home automation: Homes today have gone high-tech. These segments feature the latest in home electronics that are simplifying our lives and home management.

 

Green Thumbs: Some were born with it. Most of us learn it. These segments take us into the gardens for step-by-step approaches to planting — and keeping — shrubs, flowers, trees and more, turning the general consumer into a ‘perennial powerhouse’ in the garden.

 

 

 

 
The Home & Garden series will cover all facets of improving the home and will provide useful tips to make each ‘Home Sweet Home’ project a ‘sweet success.’

 

Home Sweet Home Financing: You have the blueprints — now how are you going to pay for it? These segments take an in-depth look at the best fit for homeowners when undergoing any home improvement project. From a home equity loan to a line of credit, the best options will be discussed in these dollars and sense features.

 

New Addition: From taking off the roof to adding on a new room, these segments show do it yourself’ers the latest techniques and trends in home additions.

 

Paint the ‘HALL’ Red? You fell in love with the color at the store — but on the wall, it leaves something to be desired. These features focus on the latest tips in selecting the best paints that match your décor and your style. From color schemes to application tricks from the experts, these ‘colorful’ segments are sure to warm any room…and your soul!

 

Women & Remodeling: Home remodeling stores say nearly 30% of total sales are to women — and the number is growing! These segments take a close-up look at projects geared toward women, by women. From faux finishes to adding chair rail in the nursery, these projects will center around the female persuasion in home renovation.