Chantilly VA Home for Sale: A Stand-Out at 4360 Silas Hutchinson Drive - 08/12/11 04:29 PM
This Chantilly home for sale is a real stand-out!
Nicely located in the community of Pleasant Valley, this exceptionally well-cared for home at 4360 Silas Hutchinson Drive in Chantilly, Virginia (20151) is super clean.

The lot is also above average.  Just like the home, it is well-maintained, elegant, and has the feeling of being fresh and new.
If you are searching homes for sale in the Chantilly or surrounding area, take a quick Visual Tour and you can get a sense of what this home has to offer.  If you have questions, just let me know. If you want to … (0 comments)

Removing Stains From Your Furniture - 08/08/11 09:11 PM
Your home furniture can be a big investment.  If you have ever wondered how to deal with spills and stains, here is a set of recommendations from Martha Stewart.  Think of them as first-aid for your home furnishings.

Wood • Moisture "rings":  Pour table salt on the white rings/haze and cover with a terry cloth. Apply hair dryer on low setting until rings are gone. • Alcohol spills:  Blot spills immediately, do not rub. Apply small amounts of ammonia to damage. • Wax spills:  Allow to cool and harden, then freeze the wax with an ice cube in a sandwich … (10 comments)

Chantilly Home Safety: Be Careful With Your Home Projects - 08/05/11 06:39 PM

According to the BuildFax Remodeling Index, people are doing lots of remodelling projects.
They report that for the 19th straight month, their May index rose.
If you are doing projects on your own, do be aware of safety.  Many preventable accidents happen because basic safety precautions are not taken.  Some of these accidents can be very serious...like falling off a ladder.
Check out this 5-minute video from NBC's The Today Show.  Being aware of the basic precautions mentioned could save you a lot of trouble.
The insights include:
Use "expandable" earplugs to prevent hearing loss from power tools. Don't wear … (0 comments)