Every day it seems like you find something new in the house that needs a little attention. Whether it is something like a squeaky door, a cabinet hanging wrong or a gutter pulling away from the house, it all needs fixing before it becomes a bigger problem. You may assume you have to live with…
It is time to get your flower beds ready for what appears to be an early spring. The Pacific Northwest is famous for its tulips, which are a beautiful addition to any flower garden, but there are plenty of other bulbs that grow well in our wet climate! Once those bulbs fade, you will want…
Getting organized is a common resolution for many people whenever a new year begins. If that was one of your goals or if you simply want to make your home a little tidier, you can do just that. Believe it or not, your craft supplies can be organized by using things you find at your…
Cabin fever can get pretty intense in late winter. You may feel like the four walls of your house are closing in around you. Clutter becomes overwhelming, and you contemplate throwing everything away or donating it all so that you can have a little room to breathe. What you may not realize, is you actually…
After the holidays, you are probably looking for ways to save a few dollars. You can’t risk freezing in your own home by not using the furnace as much as you need, but you can make it a little less expensive to safe, warm and comfortable. The folks at Greenwood Hardware know how important it…
The new year is a great time to focus on making your house a little better this year. Many people set resolutions about getting in shape or eating better, but doesn’t it make sense to also focus on something as important as your home? It is likely one of your biggest investments and it just…
When the snow starts falling, it is important you are ready for it. Slips and falls and back injuries are very common side effects of snow and ice. In many areas, you will be responsible for keeping the snow and ice off of the sidewalk in front of your home. It is a good idea…
Over the last several weeks we have talked extensively about preparing for an earthquake. This week, we are going to talk about what to do when an earthquake strikes and in the immediate aftermath. An earthquake can be scary, especially for anybody who has never experienced one before. Our team at Greenwood Hardware knows part…
You probably know the old fashioned light bulbs we all grew up with have been phased out and replaced with new, funny looking bulbs. Some of us have resisted the change (typical human nature). However, not switching out those old bulbs is costing you money! At Greenwood Hardware, we carry a variety of the newer…
Recently we discussed ways to make your home a little safer, just in case a medium to large earthquake struck the Pacific Northwest. This week, we will talk a bit about the supplies you will want to start putting away. You never know when an earthquake will strike, how big it will be and what…