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Replacement Windows and their Effect on Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
Replacement windows are an ideal investment if you’re planning to enhance your home’s energy efficiency, resale value or even your...
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5 Small Upgrades that can Drastically Improve your Curb Appeal
First impressions matter. Whether you are going on a blind date or trying to sell your home, a strong first impression can make all the difference.
on Oct 15, 2018
How to Better Prepare for Bathroom Remodeling
There are so many things you can do – and projects you can try – to improve the bathrooms in your house. Renovating the bathroom is a...
on Oct 12, 2018
Should I Replace My AC If It Experiences a Refrigerant Leak?
A refrigerant leak is one of the most common issues of an air conditioning system. Freon or R22 is the predominant refrigerant used in almost all...
on Oct 10, 2018
6 Pro Tips for Cleaning PVC-U Windows
Cleaning windows is a chore that some homeowners do not look forward to doing since it can be a tedious, physically demanding task. However, if you...
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When you have the exterior of your home remodeled, you are investing, time, energy and convenience into the project and you want to make sure that...
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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...
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Homemade Headboards-Make an Upholstered or Wooden Headboard
Homemade headboards can add a lot of personality to any bedroom. They can be coordinated with existing furniture and room decor or they can be the...
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Creating a Cottage Kitchen with Bead Board
Kitchen decor can range from modern and bold to elegant and elaborate by using strategic kitchen pieces. One of the most popular decorating trends...
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Gas Fireplace Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Follow these steps for diagnosing and troubleshooting Gas Fireplaces repairs. For the average DIYer, this may seem intimidating, depending on the...
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When to Visit the Flooring Store: Repairing Existing Flooring vs. Installing New
by Boris Dzhingarov on Mar 31, 2016
Stylish flooring can really transform a room. It’s the difference between mediocre and show home. The problem is that flooring tends to suffer more wear and tear than any other part of a home, so it soon starts to look a bit worn around the edges. Continue reading →
Porcelain Ceramic Tile Is Back in Style
by Pavel on Dec 20, 2016
Ultra-thin, large-format porcelain tiles are a new tile type in the industry, and this “thin Porcelain Tile”, as professionals in the industry named it, has been rising in popularity throughout the year. Continue reading →
12 Top Tips for Tiling a Bathroom
by Guest on Mar 27, 2017
Want to save some pennies work on some home improvement projects yourself, such as renovating your bathroom? It’s well worth thinking about taking on the tiling project yourself. Even a novice can do it. The important things to remember are: planning and preparation. Continue reading →
The Popularity of Polished Concrete Flooring
by Guest on May 10, 2017
Concrete Polishing is a very popular process in the commercial market today, providing increased durability and an aesthetically appealing look. As part of the concrete polishing process, the concrete is ground with varying grits of diamond resin pads. Continue reading →
What Causes Creaky Floorboards?
by Guest on May 16, 2017
There is nothing worse than tiptoeing around your home while people are asleep and hearing a harmony of squeaking floorboards. Nearly all homes have at least one floorboard that groans as people walk over it. You become accustomed to hearing the squeak each time you walk on that plank and avoid the area while your wife is asleep. Continue reading →
How Can You Keep the Tile-Flooring Clean and Shining?
by Guest on Jul 31, 2017
If you are going to be putting in new tile floor in your home or you currently have tile floor in some areas of your home, then you’re probably thinking a lot about how you’re going to keep it clean. Tile can be pretty tough to keep clean, especially when you have kids or animals running through your home. Continue reading →
Spice up Your Drab Room with Area Rugs
by Kevin Williams on Aug 25, 2017
Do you have a dull room you are looking to improve? How about a boring space that you just can’t seem to pull together no matter how hard you try? Looking for a way to bring some life into a room that hasn’t looked lively for a long time? Continue reading →
How to Take Care of Wood Flooring
by Boris Dzhingarov on Aug 28, 2017
One of the reasons why hardwood and other types of wood flooring in Vancouver are so popular is because they’re very easy to take care. They don’t trap dust and other allergens, and they’re naturally tough and durable. But just because hardwood is low-maintenance doesn’t mean it doesn’t need any maintenance at all. You’re still going to have to take care of the wood, though admittedly you won’t expend as much effort as with other types of flooring. Here Continue reading →
Roomba 780 Review
by Andy Harrison on Nov 2, 2017
The iRobot Roomba 780 is one of the last models in the top of the line 700 series. It provides you with the freedom and relief to come home to a dirt and dust free home, without lifting a finger! Continue reading →
The Carpet Cleaning Guide to Dry Wet Carpets
by Cliff Brimmer on Jan 5, 2018
We all face carpet cleaning situations when we really need a guide to help us to get through the situation. One of these situations is when the carpet is wet. If the wet spot is not large and can be removed easily, you may remove the carpet from the floor and hang it outside until it dries completely. For larger areas, here is how to deal with this situation. Continue reading →
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Okay, you're up to speed on all the other DIY projects else in your house, now it's time to move on to your home office. Even if you do...
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