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Molds and fungi are found everywhere inside and outside and can grow on almost any substance when moisture is present. Molds when they reproduce make spores, which can be carried by air currents. When these spores land on a moist surface, they begin to grow. Continue reading →
Aerating Your Lawn
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
Lawn aeration is beneficial when the soil has been compacted. Soils get compacted for a number of reasons: sports, vehicle traffic, and parking or wet, poorly drained soil. Think about a football field. The activity compacts the soil which kills the grass. Continue reading →
Damaged Mirrors: Creative Ideas for Repair
by Jessica Ackerman on Aug 3, 2010
Go Green : Mirrors end up damaged due to a number of causes. Bathroom mirrors that are close to the backsplash of a sink can become damaged by cleaning products, and other mirrors can become damaged because of improper handling or defects. Continue reading →
Maintain and Sustain: Keeping Up on Home Maintenance
by Jessica Ackerman on Aug 3, 2010
By keeping up on some simple home maintenance tasks, you can reduce the chances that more serious and expensive problems will occur, which might require actual repairs. Here are some common home maintenance tasks that should be performed. Continue reading →
3 Ways to Soundproof Joint Apartment Walls
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
Common Apartment Walls Sounds Driving you CRAZY? Sometimes overhearing your neighbors can be a bad thing, especially if it is during intimate moments or loud parties. It can be difficult to combat the assault of noise on your domain, because of the remodeling limitations. Continue reading →
Solutions for 3 Common Apartment Design Problems
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
When you live in an apartment, your ability to correct design and decorating problems is limited. From obvious issues to the design problems, apartment issues can be hard to live with without some renter renovations. Lighting in apartments is notoriously poor. Continue reading →
Preventing Scratches on Hardwood Floors
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
Hardwood floors are beautiful accents to any home. They are an investment in time and money, so taking care of them is a priority. One of the most common problems with hardwood floors is their tendency to quickly become scratched. Continue reading →
3 Tips for Laying Slate Tiles
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
If you are looking for a way to upgrade the flooring of your home, slate tiles may be just the thing. Slate is a natural stone that is very durable and highly water-resistant. It was once used to tile roofs in the early part of the 1900s and many homes still carry their original slate roofs. Continue reading →
How to Seal Tile and Wood Floors
by Guest Post on Aug 3, 2010
The process to seal tile and wood floors is relatively easy, but it will require the area to be undisturbed for at least 72 hours. Thees simple steps will guide you through the considerations you should know during the sealing process. Continue reading →
What to Consider Before Removing Stairway Carpeting
by Jessica Ackerman on Aug 3, 2010
You have just refinished the wood floors in the living room after discovering them beneath ugly, out-of-date carpeting and you are eyeing up the stairway carpeting with loathing and contempt. Unlike removing most carpeting, stairways pose particular challenges. Continue reading →
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