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5 Fun Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen
by Guest Post on Dec 1, 2016
Is your kitchen starting to look a bit old and tired? The kitchen is a work area and can quickly go from that lived-in look to a worn-out look if you are not careful. We spend a lot of time in the kitchen and it is one of the first things people notice when they visit your home so it is important to spruce it up from time to time. Continue reading →
Painting Problems from Moisture
by Michigan State University on May 11, 2012
Painting problems from moisture are common in all regions of the world. Cold climates with snow on the upper warmer parts of a roof melt sand runs downward can cause some of these problems. Outside moisture such as rain and dew can penetrate a paint coat and result in cracking, peeling, discoloration and premature paint failure. Continue reading →
The Alphabet Soup of Kitchen Layouts
by Steffen Ploeger on Jan 20, 2016
I remember my first kitchen after college - note that I did not say those memories were particularly fond ones. What passed for a kitchen in an otherwise spacious apartment was little more than a closet. The more compact the kitchen, the easier it is to clean. Continue reading →
Plywood Thickness: Weight-Capacity Correlation
by M B on Apr 17, 2015
The thickness of plywood is essential in determining which to use for the intended purpose at hand. In general, most plywood only reaches 1 inch in thickness. Plywood panels usually come in fractions of inches intervals. Plywood thickness is important to know for two reasons. 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 →
How to Build a Bath Frame
by Alex Cordier on Apr 4, 2017
All baths require the support of a well-constructed timber frame. If you’re planning on installing a new bath into your home, you will need to know how to build the bath frame to size, reinforce the frame and install it correctly into your bathroom. Continue reading →
Picking the Right Humidifier for Your Home
by Guest Post on Jan 4, 2010
If you have ever heard of humidifiers you know that they are used to produce soothing breathing environments in your home. Recently, humidifiers have become trendy because of their known benefits. With severely dry air, the use of a humidifier can provide relief, not only for breathing. Continue reading →
Small Home Improvement Tips That Make a Big Difference
by William Hayes on Jul 16, 2015
If you are planning on renovating, there are a lot of decisions you have to consider. In fact, even if you are just redecorating you need to think about a lot because it is a big deal. The key, however, is your attitude. With any interior design task, most people opt for revolution over evolution, which is not the right way. Continue reading →
Choosing a Shade Sail for Your Outdoor Space
by Guest Post on Dec 15, 2011
Shade sails are large swaths of fabric installed high above a sunny space to create shade. Since Egyptian times, shade sails have been used to make the summer heat more bearable. Shade sails are a simpler alternative to building a pergola or other permanent shade structure. Continue reading →
Can I Clean My Home’s Air Ducts Myself?
by Kurt Schell on Mar 24, 2017
As a DIYer, we love to save money and do things just like the pros do. So what about HVAC systems? Is it possible to clean your own air ducts, furnace, and air conditioner just like the professionals do? This is a common question that we get frequently, so let us go over what you can and maybe cannot do. Continue reading →
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