Central Maine and Sun Journal: Spring Home & Garden 2026

Home improvement loans are a smart way to fund your project

Before starting your next project, explore your financing options and choose a loan solution that fits your timeline, budget and to-do list.

The benefits of professional grading services for your Maine property, no matter how small the job

When it comes to enhancing the value and functionality of your Maine property, professional grading services play a crucial role.

You can buy yourself flowers…and support the local economy

Flower Bouquet Subscriptions in the form of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) reinforce sustainable farming practices in Maine, providing small farms with off-season capital to support winter costs.

The basics of molding replacement projects

New molding has a dramatic effect and is well worth the investment of time and effort, particularly if existing molding has begun to show signs of wear and tear.

Digging for treasure in regional resale and antique shops

Rising prices, a shortage of merchandise since the COVID-19 pandemic, and a desire to reduce waste are just a few reasons why some people choose to furnish their homes with merchandise from resale and antique shops. Others simply enjoy hunting for treasures.

Coexisting with critters: how to assess a small mammal threat level in Maine

If you have an unexpected vertebrate visitor, removal can be quick and painless for all parties. Unless it’s a bat.

Fix up your home with these women-owned local businesses

In recognition of Women’s History Month, here are six Maine bosses who can help make your home and busy life better, from landscape design and furniture upholstering to bathroom remodels and deep cleaning.

Four signs of potential electrical hazards in a home

Even homeowners with do-it-yourself skills should bring in an experienced electrician when their homes develop electrical problems, as electricity is nothing for novices to play with.