Harriette Halepis

Harriette Halepis

Harriette Halepis is a journalist and contract copywriter based in Montreal, Canada.

Top 10 Reasons to Rid Your House of Pests

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Jan 19, 2010

You don't have to hurt pests to get rid of them, but you should know that neglecting to free your home from pests can result in disaster and disease. Here are the top 10 reasons why...

5 Steps to Keep Pests from Coming Back

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Jan 14, 2010

Keeping pests at bay doesn't have to be complicated. With a few simple steps, you can make sure that your home is completely pest-free. With a little know-how, it's easy to ensure...

Non-toxic Pest Control vs. Professional

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Jan 11, 2010

Getting rid of pests can be tricky, but you should know that you have many different pest control options. Aside from purchasing toxic chemicals, there are some other (more appealing...

Overwintering Mums

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 29, 2009

There's something appealing about the way that mums look. They provide gardeners with a certain sense of satisfaction - few flowers are as vibrant as mums are. During the fall months,...

Concealed Appliances

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 18, 2009

Simple Human Garage Can Gone are the days when appliances were the main focus of any kitchen. Today's homeowner is looking for a way to conceal large and bulky appliances rather than...

Guide to Eliminating Cigarette Smoke Smells

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 11, 2009

The aroma of cigarette or pipe smoke will make even the loveliest home unattractive. A house that reeks of smoke is nearly impossible to ignore … and not in a good way. Whether...

Cork Decor

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 05, 2009

Cork Décor In a world full of "green impostors," finding furniture that truly is eco-friendly proves to be difficult. Recently, cork-based furniture has burst onto the market. These...

Out With the Old and In With the New: Free Standing Bathtubs

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 05, 2009

Free Standing Bathtubs It's impossible to replace the look of a great old-fashioned claw foot bathtub - or is it? If you love the idea of a free standing bath, but you don't want to...

So Many Shoes! Shoe Storage Ideas

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Nov 01, 2009

Are your shoes taking over your closet ... and maybe your life? If you don't want to spend the money to hire a closet organizer, what are you to do with all those extra shoes? Not to...

Wannabe Persian Rugs

Posted by Harriette Halepis | Oct 28, 2009

Even in the most modern of spaces, a Persian rug has a definite appeal. The problem is that (unless you travel to the Middle East) purchasing a Persian rug is far from being a budget...