Katie Barton

Home Improvement Expert

Katie Barton is a freelance writer specializing in home improvement, home decor, cleaning, and organizing. She lives in an 1800s-style log cabin with her husband and three kids in Ohio. When not writing or catching up on the latest home decor trends, you can find her with a paintbrush in hand, searching for her next project.

Highlights:

  • Katie’s passion for making homes beautiful began over a decade ago when she purchased an old house to renovate and sell. Since then, she has worked on hundreds of home improvement projects, documenting her experiences along the way.
  • With over 15 years of hands-on experience in the flower and home improvement industry, working in her family’s greenhouse and hardware stores in southern Ohio, Katie has developed a deep understanding of home improvement and design.

Experience:

Katie began freelance writing in 2012. In addition to her work with Homedit, she has contributed to major publications, including Bob Vila and Cabin Life Magazine. Her extensive hands-on experience, coupled with her writing skills, makes her a trusted voice in the home improvement and decor community.

Expertise: Home Improvement, Home Decor, Cleaning, Organizing
Location: Ohio, US
Title: Home Improvement Expert

About Homedit

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Katie Barton's Latest Stories

9 Best Ways to Dispose of or Recycle Appliances
6 Best Places to Recycle Electronics
How to Dispose of All Types of Light Bulbs 
5 Best Epoxy Wood Fillers for Voids and Rotting Wood
What is Hydraulic Cement Used For?
The Best Glue For Plastic
Where to Find a Skylight Contractor to Install Your Skylights
Barndominium Cost: How Much to Build a Barndominium
10 Best Barndominium Floor Plans for Your New Build
Retaining Wall Calculator
Stud Calculator – Number of Studs Required
Pipe Volume Calculator
Flooring and Cost Calculator
Paver Calculator – Find Your Paver Quantity
Cubic Inches to Cubic Yards Converter
Cubic Inches to Liters 
Cubic Inches to Gallons Calculator
Cubic Inch Calculator
Meters to Yards Calculator – m to yd
Meters to Miles Calculator – m to mi
Don’t Ignore These 8 Signs You Need a New Roof
15 Log Cabin Kits with Prices – Buy and Build Yourself
Board Foot Calculator
8 Benefits of Opening Windows at Home
What is a Witch Window?
10 A-Frame House Interior Design Ideas to Maximize Your Space
10 Best Mobile Home Movers
10 Pros and Cons of Mobile Homes 
What is a Mobile Home Park?
The Pros and Cons of A-Frame Homes: Are They Worth It?
7 Best Wood Sealers Rated by Category
How Much Does It Cost to Build an A-Frame Home?
7 Best Wood Glues for a Superior Hold
7 Best Wood Fillers, Ranked by Category
10 Best Prefab Cabins Starting at $7,000
The Correct Way to Clean Concrete with Vinegar and Prevent Damage
How to Clean Rusty Cast Iron with Vinegar
Yes, Vinegar Will Clean Your Washing Machine — Here’s What to Do.
The Acidity in Vinegar will Descale and Deodorize Your Coffee Maker
18 Things You Should Clean with Vinegar and Five to Avoid
100 Beautiful Living Room Ideas (With Images)
Top 5 Causes of Cracks in Ceilings
10 Best Roofing Companies in the United States
Sick of the Shocks? Best Way to Reduce Static Electricity in Your Home
An Easy Guide for Cleaning All Types of Silicone Products
A Rotten Egg Smell in the House Can Be Dangerous: What to Do
Average Professional House Cleaning Costs are $180 for a Basic Clean
Cost Breakdown for a Chimney Sweep and Inspection by Fireplace Type
Average Professional Carpet Cleaning Costs (Updated for 2024)
Meters to Feet Calculator – m to ft
DIY Marble Polishing: Restore the Shine to Your Countertops
Roof Repair 101: How to Fix a Leaking Roof
How to Clean a Dirty or Mildew-Covered Asphalt Roof Yourself
How Long Should My Roof Last?
The Easiest Way to Remove Moss from a Roof
Overhang Roofs: Types, Sizes, and Benefits
Popular Interior Design Styles: 40 Ideas to Transform Your Home
Memphis Style Interior Design 101: History and Elements
What is Parisian Interior Design?
What is Shabby Chic Interior Design?
Baroque Style Interior Design: Elements and History
Farmhouse Interior Design: The Evolution from Classic to Modern
Modern Desert Interior Design: How to Bring the Outdoors Inside
Bauhaus Interior Design: Achieve The Ultimate Minimalist Style
Arts and Crafts Interior Design
What is Art Nouveau Interior Design?
Art Deco Interior Design: How to Get the Look
19 Parts of a Deck: Diagram and Terminology
Parapet Roof Overview: Types and Examples
An Easy to Follow Bathroom Cleaning Routine (With Free Printable PDF)
Check Off These Tasks for a Sparkling Clean Kitchen (Free Printable)
Don’t Use Hot Water on Chocolate Stains and Other Stain Removal Tips
Deep Cleaning Checklists for Every Room in Your Home
Make your Crystal Chandelier Sparkle with These Cleaning Methods
4 Signs You Need to Replace Your Kitchen Sponge
Expect to Pay About $13 per Window for Professional Cleaning Services
Deck Stain Calculator: How Much Stain Do I Need?
Tile Calculator: How Many Tiles Do I Need?
10 “Safer-Choice” Cleaning Products, According to the EPA
What is Green Cleaning? Top Ingredients to Avoid
What is Eclectic Interior Design?
Country Interior Design: How to Get the Look
French Country Interior Design Characteristics: How to Get the Look
These are the Best Products for Cleaning Concrete
Dishwasher Safe Symbols Explained
Crushed Stone Calculator
De-gunk Your Keyboard with These Five Easy Methods
Water is Enough to Clean Your Solar Panels: How to Do It
Rustic Interior Design: Types, Characteristics, and History
Minimalist Interior Design Characteristics and Ideas
Mid-Century Modern Interior Design Characteristics and Ideas
Coastal Interior Design Characteristics and Ideas
Mulch Calculator – How Much Mulch Do I Need?
Cubic Yards Calculator
Types of Vintage Interior Design: How to Get the Look
What is Retro Interior Design?
Maximalist Interior Design: How to Achieve the More is More Style
Hollywood Regency Interior Design: Get the Glam Look of the 1930s
Mediterranean Interior Design Guide: History and Style
What is Neo Industrial Interior Design?
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