19 March 2024
1. Do Your Homework A simple online search that includes your ZIP code will yield painting contractors’ websites and ratings, as well as customer testimonials. If you don’t see images of past painting projects, email the painters directly for examples of their work. Explore social media to find painters’ Instagram...
15 March 2024
The dramatic seasonal swings in the Northeast can make lawn care tricky. As if merely keeping your grass alive and green with the right lawn fertilizer schedule isn't hard enough, you also have to pick the right variety of grass to suit your climate and decide when to aerate, mow,...
4 March 2024
A fresh coat of paint for your home’s exterior is about more than just enhancing its curb appeal. It also protects it from rot and damage from constant exposure to weather, dirt and pests. While shielding your home from the elements seems like a no-brainer, choosing an exterior paint color...
27 February 2024
1. Clean Up Kick off the growing and mowing season with a quick spring cleaning. Grab a lawn rake to rake out dead grass and dead remnants of annual grassy weeds, like crabgrass, goosegrass, and barnyard grass. Pick up any sticks or other debris that have accumulated on the lawn...
21 February 2024
You can almost smell spring in the air. Use this home improvement checklist as we say farewell to winter and hello to warmer weather. As always, you’ll also find some ideas to help you plan ahead for bigger projects and suggestions for leaving a positive impact on those around you....
12 February 2024
Valentine's Day is around the corner, still looking for the perfect gift? Every woman (and man) loves power tools! Here is a list of tools that every woman should own! Most of the hand tools below can also be purchased in single kits complete with toolbox. 1. Cordless Power Drill...
6 February 2024
By this time of year, it can feel like winter is winning the battle. However, February is a good time to tackle some indoor projects and maintenance tasks as long as we’re cooped up in our houses all season. We talked with our resident expert about some home maintenance items...
31 January 2024
Using a rain barrel is a great way to reduce outdoor treated water use, conserve resources, and save on your water bills. In this segment, we'll show you how to install a rain barrel. For more information, contact Monnick Supply in Marlborough and Framingham, MA.
29 January 2024
In this segment we'll show you how to give a previously painted steel entry door a fresh new paint job. For more information, contact Monnick Supply in Marlborough and Framingham, MA.
19 January 2024
1. Regrout Your Bathroom If you’ve been ignoring your bathroom, you can make it up to your bathroom and give it the visual refresh that it needs by regrouting your bathroom tiles. The warmer temperatures and increased humidity of the other seasons could take a toll on your bathroom’s squeaky...