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Undertaking a full home renovation is a huge project – and even just restoring a few rooms in your home can cost you quite a bit of time and money. The average multi-room renovation costs around $38,000. Continue reading →
How to Save Money on Major Home Repairs
by Boris Dzhingarov on Jul 11, 2014
Major home repairs can take quite a chunk out of your hard-earned savings, so many homeowners do whatever they can to take the proper steps to avoid major mishaps. But even if you take all of the right preventative measures to avoid a big problem or a costly repair, things can happen as a result of Mother Nature. Continue reading →
Tips for Proper Lawn Care
by Martin Gracewell on May 14, 2017
Gardening is a fun hobby that could give you immense satisfaction if done correctly. If you have a sizeable garden and are interested in gardening, know that you will need to invest a considerable amount of your time, money, and energy into it. Continue reading →
Covering the Walls with Cork
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Cork can be a fun alternative to traditional wall-coverings. It creates an instant message space and art gallery. It also offers visual texture to a wall. Installing cork on the walls is not a difficult task, but it does require some simple tools. Continue reading →
What Restaurants Can Teach You About the Kitchen of Your Dreams
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It started with stainless steel everything. The rush to make consumer goods look like their industrial counterparts happened to gadgets and furnishings intended for every room in the house. But the kitchen was the main destination for the new industrial revolution. Continue reading →
Control Your Energy Costs By Creating Shade (ARA)
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Winter is here and with rising fuel costs, the U.S. Department of Energy is already warning that heating bills will be higher this year. Want to cushion the blow to your wallet? There are some things you can do to make your home more energy efficient before winter arrives. Continue reading →
Unscrupulous Contractor Scams
by Guest Post on Mar 14, 2013
Avoid contractor fraud by protecting yourself when entering into a home construction project. Most of the misunderstandings pertaining to contractor and homeowner relationships occur as a result of unclear or wrongly interpreted construction contracts. Continue reading →
Removing Grease and Oil Stains from Floors
by Michigan State University on Apr 27, 2012
To remove grease or oil stains from floors, first remove as much as possible with newspaper, paper towels, or a plastic spatula. On resilient tile, rub with a cloth dampened in detergent and warm water, or if that does not work, use a concentrated commercial household cleaner, and then rinse well. On wood and cork, put a cloth saturated with dry cleaning fluid on the stain for five minutes. Then wipe the area dry and wash with detergent and water. On stone, use a formulated solvent with a soft, Continue reading →
Drywall Repair and Fasteners
by Guest Post on May 14, 2012
Plaster or drywall is commonly used for walls. Other decorative materials such as plywood paneling, paper, or just paint are used to help the appearance of the wall. Unfortunately, common fasteners do not perform too well when used on plaster and result in holes or cracks which are unattractive. Continue reading →
Increase Your House Value Through Deck Building
by Guest on Jun 7, 2017
Do you want to enhance the value of your home? Sure you do. Your home is one of the biggest investments you will make in your life. Did you know that you can increase your house value through deck building? Continue reading →
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