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How Gutter Guards Keep Out Leaves and Those Annoying Little Critters

Though a gutter guard doesn’t make your gutter system completely maintenance-free, it does reduce the amount of maintenance you’ll need...

on Nov 21, 2018

Should You DIY Your Window Installation?

There are tons of projects that you can do yourself if you feel you have the expertise, or that the level of risk is lower. However, there are some...

on Nov 21, 2018

3 Signs you should be calling a Plumber Immediately

In some cases, plumbing problems might seem minor, but they may be a symptom of something much more serious. As homeowners, we always try to...

on Nov 18, 2018

How to Fix 3 Common Plumbing Issues on Your Own

The plumbing system is one of those facilities in a home that we only think about when it starts to malfunction, but once something does go wrong,...

on Nov 18, 2018

Cost of Floor Waxing Services

There are a few things to take into account when researching various floor waxing companies in regards to the cost of floor waxing services....

on Nov 17, 2018

Paint a Straight Line for a Professional Finish

by Guest on Mar 26, 2010

When you are painting, knowing how to paint so that the finish is neat and even can mean the difference between adding value and beauty to your home and taking away from the same. Straight lines and clean trim make the room look professionally styled, and will really improve the overall look of the decor. There are several ways discover how anyone can paint in a straight line with some care, patience, and effort. Contrary to everything you learn in painting class, you do not have to paint the room before the baseboards, trim, or molding. In fact, it is better to start by painting these objects instead of finishing with them. It is much simpler to touch up the trim than to go back and touch up walls, and trim touchups are much less noticeable overall. Continue reading →

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How to Calculate the Right Amount of Paint for a Room

by Jessica Ackerman on Mar 26, 2010

Painting a room, no matter how large or small, can create some confusion when it is time to purchase paint. You want to be sure that you get enough without going overboard. However, you also want to have a little extra to fix mistakes or to allow room for error. Very few stores will allow paint to be returned, especially specialty shades, so it is essential to learn just how to calculate the right amount of paint for a room. Continue reading →

Painting / Wallpaper 3125 Views

Remodeling Your Home to Go Green

by Jessica Ackerman on Mar 26, 2010

Creating a home that is friendly to the environment is very important, especially when those ideas save money and energy. Projects like this pay for themselves, which is important during these times of uncertainty, and protecting our environment is a key issue for many people worldwide. Remodeling your home to go green does not have to be extremely expensive, and will add value, beauty and functionality to the home. Continue reading →

Improvements / Remodeling 3007 Views

Budget Ideas for a Whole New Look

by Guest on Mar 26, 2010

With fresh trends in interior design that are enjoying great popularity, you may be coveting a different ambience for your own living space. Fortunately, a whole new look can be achieved for very little cost and some creativity. Here are some ideas for a budget makeover for any room. Continue reading →

Interior Design / Decor 3216 Views

Adding Lighting when Sunlight is Not Enough

by Jessica Ackerman on Mar 26, 2010

A sunlit room is perfect for creating a bright and open ambience, but it is often the case that some rooms in your home do not get enough sunlight. They may be facing north, located in the basement, or the windows may be blocked from the outside. A room like a study or kitchen, where detailed tasks are performed, will usually need more light than a sunlit space can offer. The following are basic types of lighting that you may add to brighten your home. Combining the three types in a purposeful and well thought-out manner will create a space that is bright and inviting. Continue reading →

Electrical / Lighting 2771 Views

All You Need to Know about Creating a Pond

by Guest on Mar 15, 2010

Adding a water feature to any garden provides an attractive focal point and a habitat for wildlife creatures. It does take time and effort to properly build and maintain a successful pond. Below you can find advice on where to locate your pond, how to build it and how to efficiently maintain it. People often overlook the need for ongoing maintenance to a pond, however this is vital if you want to keep your water feature free from problems such as blanket weed and algae. Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Addition to any Kitchen is Travertine Kitchen Countertops

by Guest on Mar 12, 2010

A travertine kitchen countertop come in shades from coral reds to tan and many colors in between so you have lots of choices. Travertine belongs to the marble and limestone family so it is not the hardest stone in the entire world so make sure you keep that in mind when you are deciding on this type. Because it belongs to the same family as marble it has that same beauty but witha more natural look then marble. Travertine is available in either slabs or as tiles and if you go for tiles those will vary in size from small mosaic type tiles to large 36" squares. Continue reading →

Kitchen / Bathrooms 1954 Views

Stainless Steel Sink are for Lifetime Use

by Guest on Mar 12, 2010

It is a good choice if you choose to use stainless material inside your house. Stainless steel sink are the most common stainless materials inside our house. Using this stainless steel sink is very practical because it is durable and rust free. Using this kind of material reflect the lifestyle that you have for it show how practical you are in term of the things that you use. Continue reading →

Kitchen / Bathrooms 1839 Views

Buying Quality Entry Door Locks

by Guest on Mar 12, 2010

Not all entry door locks will serve the safety of a building equally. There are many factors to consider as you choose an entry door lock for your home or contracted building project. The most important aspect of an entry door lock is its securityâ€”which his determined by its quality. Finding the quality of entry door locks is not difficult once you understand the following factors that influence the longevity, strength and overall quality of your lock. Continue reading →

Doors / Garages 3451 Views

Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink: Ways to Choose

by Guest on Mar 6, 2010

Before buying kitchen sinks, you have to carefully plan the design of your kitchen. And as you are searching for the right sink, it would help if you check on the stainless steel kitchen sink. This is a good kind that you can purchase and if you can buy a kitchen sink made of stainless steel that would suit your taste, then you have satisfied your design needs and the material is also durable to use. In any fixture, you would want that it looks good and blends with the room but you should also think of its functionality. With the stainless steel kitchen sink, you can achieve both of the considerations. It can be designed in a way that you would want and there are many designs that you can choose from. Added to this, you will also have the chance to use a kind of material that is not hard to maintain. Continue reading →

Kitchen / Bathrooms 1877 Views