You can give your home a new look with feng shui or new paint. You may be interested in new curtains or a whole new room. If you want modernize your home, attempt the tips laid out here.

One way to lower your electric bill is to install a motion sensor on your outdoor lights. This way, the bright spotlights only come on when someone is outside and needs the light and then, turn off when not needed, saving on energy. Also, motion-detector outdoor lights can act as a deterrent against theft.

Repainting a porch may be something you need to do. If so, lean on a quality exterior paint. Make sure to paint using a base of the same type as the old kind; use oil for oil or water for water. It’s best to use oil-based paints for trim, since it’s more durable. It should not, however, be