As the New Year begins, now is the perfect time to tackle interior home improvements that enhance comfort, functionality, and style throughout the winter months. Handyman Connection of Lexington, KY, offers professional remodeling, drywall repair, painting, and storage solutions that help you start 2026 with a home that feels refreshed and organized. Small updates now can prevent bigger issues later while making your living space more enjoyable during chilly Kentucky winters.
Winter offers a unique opportunity to focus on interior improvements when outdoor projects aren’t practical. Updating storage helps reduce clutter, fresh paint brightens darker days, and remodeling can improve home comfort and efficiency throughout the New Year. Just as Handyman Connection’s “Stop It Before It Starts” list encourages homeowners to address small issues proactively, scheduling interior projects now helps prevent larger concerns down the road and keeps your home functioning beautifully all year long.
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Home Improvement / January 19, 2022
Creating a home library can be a dream for readers and writers alike. But the allure of books and the wonderful decorations they create is for everyone who wants to enjoy that classic look. If you are looking to create a home library, professional craftspeople are a great resource to create the exact look and design you want. Explore some tips and options on how to create a home library.
A home library can virtually go anywhere in your home. Convert an end wall in your living room or designate an entire spare bedroom to the cause. It is important to keep in mind it is best to avoid rooms with direct or bright sunlight, as these can cause the book covers to fade, and to avoid damp rooms or basements that are prone to mold or flooding.
Bookcases, wall units, shelving, and more can be custom-made to fit the space in your home or installed for you by professional craftspeople. If you are a book lover or want to step up your office game, there are many options for you to choose from.
Each bookcase you install, you can also create them with finishing touches such as picking out specific hardware for any cabinet drawers, adding fluting or crown molding, lighting, glass shelving, and more.
If you are making bookshelves with natural wood, there are many materials and colors to pick from.
Stains and finishes can create a variety of colors and looks such as Tuscan Rose for oak, or Bronze Walnut.
A home library can be completed in many ways. Create a book nook in a window with bench seats and shelving, combine your workspace with building cabinets and shelving. Bookcases can come in all shapes or sizes, so you have many options to choose from.
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