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How Water Softeners Can Help Sell Your Home

Tips On How Water Softeners Can Help Sell Your Home Did you know that having a water softener can help you sell your home? It can, and that’s...

on Feb 15, 2019

Simple Steps to Replace an Old Radiator

If your home isn’t being heated efficiently, it may be time to replace the radiator. Old, corroded radiators use more energy than...

on Feb 15, 2019

Improvements That Can Increase Home Value Best

Improvements That Increase House Values You may live in your home the rest of your life. If you ever sell, however, simple improvements can...

on Feb 14, 2019

Tools to Add to Your Home Woodworking Toolbox

A lot of home repair projects involve a bit of woodworking. On its own, woodworking is a great hobby to get into, mainly because you can play with...

on Feb 13, 2019

Moving into a New Home for the Very First Time? These 5 Tips Will Make It Easier on You

Moving into a new house for the first time is an intimidating and stressful experience, but you can make things easier by following a few simple...

on Feb 11, 2019

Tips on How to Select Wooden Doors

by Guest on May 27, 2010

Your wooden doors are not added for the sake of aesthetic value. They can add protection to your home, especially from intruders and stray animals. They can also prevent harmful elements such as strong wind, snow, and rain from getting into your house. Continue reading →

Doors / Garages 2863 Views

Best Roof Coating - Liquid Roof

by Guest on May 27, 2010

Liquid-applied roof coatings have proven themselves as useful tools for the roofing professional to restore and protect existing roofs. They can be extremely durable and used as the first-line of defence in the roofing envelope, offering further protection to other components below. Liquid roof coatings are after market products designed to extend life, seal leaks, provide a heat reflective or aesthetic function over existing roof surfaces. There are many products on the market ranging from asphalt based products, rubber solution (Hypalon, Neoprene, Silicone), water based Acrylic and other emulsions, and chemically curing systems such as Urethanes and now Liquid Roof. Liquid Roof forms a 100% chemically-cured seamless White membrane every bit as solid and attractive as factory-installed sheet rubber. Liquid Roof's simple one-coat application by brush or roller saves you time and money, sealing and protecting your RV from water damage. Continue reading →

Roofing / Gutters 3128 Views

How to Repair the Seat in a Cane Chair

by Guest on May 25, 2010

For the handy do-it-yourself homeowner, repairing the seat in a cane chair is a task that can be completed relatively easily with some basic instructions. However, for those who do not excel in home repairs, crafts or do not enjoy doing such activities, it may be wise to outsource the repairing of a cane chair. Cane chairs are usually quite comfortable and can last from generation to generation. The six steps below describe the basic process for repairing a cane chair. Continue reading →

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Things to Know About Setting Up a Water Bed

by Guest on May 25, 2010

Setting up a water bed takes time and patience. It is a process that must be closely monitored, as well as, one that has the potential to cause frustration. Go into the task with ample time available to complete it and it will be sure to go smoother. Once the bed is set up, turn on the water heater and enjoy a well-deserved rest in the new bed. There are many thing to consider including floor strength, placement, mattress and tips on how to fill it up. Continue reading →

Bedroom / Furnishings 3285 Views

When to Use a Brush, Roller or Sponge Brush

by Guest on May 25, 2010

Brushes are a good choice for painting trim and woodwork. They are also useful for cutting in the edges around the top and bottom edges and corners of walls, before using a roller to cover the larger areas. Continue reading →

Painting / Wallpaper 48902 Views

Perfect Task Light Solutions in the Bedroom

by Jessica Ackerman on May 25, 2010

Lighting in the bedroom can become a tricky situation, since it is a room that should be calming and relaxing, but lights are necessary for activities and other purposes. The answer is task lighting, which enables the people in the room to do the things that they want to do, such as dress or undress in the dark, without waking another person. This also adds to the peaceful environment in the room, since proper feng shui teaches that harsh lights, pointed light bulbs, and similar objects will rob a bedroom of its relaxing ambience. Continue reading →

Electrical / Lighting 2592 Views

Adding a Pocket Door to a Dining Room

by Guest on May 25, 2010

In most homes, the dining room and kitchen may be separated by a simple doorway, or a regular swinging door. While an open doorway allows easy access to and from the kitchen, a disadvantage is that kitchen grease and unwanted smells usually find their way into the dining area. A great solution that allows the flexibility of both going in and out of the kitchen when serving meals, and creating an intimate space to sit down for dinner, is adding a pocket door. Continue reading →

Doors / Garages 3567 Views

Carpet or Wood Flooring - the Pros and Cons

by Guest on May 23, 2010

Looking to update the appearance of the interior of your home? What better way to freshen up the look of your rooms than replacing the flooring? Here are some advantages and disadvantages to take into consideration when you are deciding between new carpet and wood flooring. Continue reading →

Floors / Tile / Hardwood 2381 Views

Reviewing Home Test Kits for Asbestos

by Guest on May 23, 2010

If you have an older home, you might be at risk of asbestos exposure due to some of the building materials that were commonly used when building homes. Many homes and structures that were built in the 1970's and 1980's often had asbestos in many of the building materials used, including roofing materials, piping wraps, tiles, and insulation. Asbestos was used to add strength to building materials, as well as to provide fire resistance and insulation. Continue reading →

General Household 2685 Views

Decorating and Furnishing a Small Formal Dining Room

by Jessica Ackerman on May 23, 2010

A formal dining room is a valuable addition to any home, even if the dining room is small. It is a separate area from the rest of the home where family can gather for intimate meals, and where guests can be entertained in formal style. When well decorated it provides a space that is sure to impress, and it will be a place where friends and loved ones want to spend time. Consider the following tips for decorating and furnishing a small formal dining room, and get started on transforming your small formal dining room into a room with great style and functionality. Continue reading →

Bedroom / Furnishings 3465 Views