Measure Your Window for Verticals and Horizontal blinds, Wood blinds, Faux Wood Plantation Shutters
Here are five important things to remember.1. Use a steel measuring tape2. Measure to the nearest eighth of an inch - don't round your measurments.3. On your notes, clearly indicate which measurment is the width and which is the height. It is very common to transpose measures. Please note width... Read More
Be Cool and Comfortable While Saving Money
The cost of energy is on the rise, so if you want to have better air quality and feel more comfortable, you must be prepared to pay for it. People in homes and businesses are looking for ways to save money and still remain comfortably cool. Purchasing a portable air... Read More
Electric Radiant Floor Heating
Electric radiant floor heating systems are heating systems designed for use under carpeting, area rugs, tile, stone, and laminate wood floors and have been used in Europe, South Africa, and Australia for over 20 years.Radiant heat does away with the age-old problems of cold rooms by offering easy-to-install zone heating.... Read More
Planning Permission Tips UK - Permitted Development Allowances - Not the Golden Goose You Imagine
There is a perception amongst most folk that every house is allowed a certain percentage of extension development without the need for formal Planning Permission. People seem to think that it applies to them even when they purchase an already extended property.The Permitted development allowances as contained within the GPDO... Read More
The Art of Power Washing Siding
Some of the most common mistakes to avoid made by homeowners and contractors are:Trying to remove the powdery coating called oxidation on aluminum siding. Removing this coating can cause discoloration and in some cases cause the siding to look like a completely different color. Using too much pressure can also... Read More
Building Your Dream Home ? Part 2
Razing the CottageWith new house plans and permits in hand, subcontractors hired and a Septic Design in process, it was now time to raze the existing cottage. I considered employing the local fire department to burn it down, however I chose the demolition route instead. Though I did not contact... Read More
5 Questions To Ask Before Starting Any Home Improvement Project
1. What experience does your contractor have with this type of project?How much experience does the home improvement contractor have in doing projects like yours? Does s/he specialize in this type of project, or will s/he be using your home as a learning project? Typically, contractors who have done several... Read More
Buying Home Appliances The Smart Way
When you add up all the money that you can spend on home appliances and fixtures it becomes obvious that you need to spend wisely and carefully to keep costs under control. These items tend to be some of the larger ticket purchases around the home and lots of money... Read More
Mommy, Mommy, Theres a Caterpillar on my Bed
Chenille has been used for bedspreads since Catherine Evans revived the craft in the 1890's. She applied raised tufts of yarn to cotton sheeting and these spreads were often referred to as chenille products. Chenille is the French word for caterpillar - the yarn looks like those fuzzy little creatures.... Read More
Repairing Your Own Machine Components
Many industrial concerns have workshops of their own. For the repair of worn shafts, the lathe machine is excellent. Keyway slots can be machined by using a milling machine, while a shaping machine can do machining of large flat areas. A drilling machine does drilling of holes.A skilled Maintenance Engineer... Read More
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Operation Closet
When the wife comes to you one fine day and... Read More
Planning Permission Tips UK - Off Road Car Parking - What Value - Do You Need to Apply for Planning
Isn't it a shame that for most folk, taking a... Read More
Is It Time For Solar Energy to Get Hot?
Solar energy has been around for quite a while and... Read More
Unfinished Furniture - Finish It Yourself!
Unfinished furniture has started to become extremely popular in the... Read More
Family Fun ? Is Swimming In A Safe Pool
Family fun is one of the most important things you... Read More
The Simplicity of Gel Fireplaces
Nothing makes your home more welcoming than the warmth and... Read More
A Healthy Home
Your home is your castle. You decide, possibly together with... Read More
11 Tips for Stripping Wallpaper: How to Get Rid of Ugly Wallpaper!
I broke my promise to myself and stripped wallpaper again.... Read More
Reduce Your Heating Bills This Winter
Imagine leaving a window open all winter long -- the... Read More
Five Easy Ways to Give Your Kitchen Designer Wow!
A beautiful kitchen is the heart of any home (even... Read More
Learning Interior Design
Learning interior design can be a simple or complicated task... Read More
Help Choosing Door and Window Hardware
Who would be the best person to help you find... Read More
5 Steps for Creating a Garage You Can Love ? and Use
A major US corporation recently launched a new line of... Read More
Soy Candles? What Will They Think of Next?
Quick: What comes to mind when you think of soy... Read More
Do You Know How To Use Window Coverings?
Window coverings serve an important role in your home, giving... Read More
The Best Way To Clean Carpet?
What is the absolute best way to clean carpet? Carpet... Read More
Plastic Applied to the Picnic Table?
There are many styles of picnic tables on the market,... Read More
Fixing Old Wooden Chairs
Fixing Old Wooden ChairsIF you have some old chairs that... Read More
Adjustable Bed - Start Each Day on the Right Note
Your daily beauty sleep will not be complete if any... Read More
Laminate Flooring is Built for the Twenty First Century
The tradition of hardwood floors dates back hundreds of years,... Read More
5 Window Treatment Ideas To Improve Your Home
Coming up with interesting window treatment ideas that bring out... Read More
Color Help: Color Theory and Design Psychology
Color theory is an entire science unto itself, and to... Read More
Building Your Own Home
Most people think building their own home involves vast knowledge... Read More
Measure Your Window for Verticals and Horizontal blinds, Wood blinds, Faux Wood Plantation Shutters
Here are five important things to remember.1. Use a steel... Read More
How to Paint Your Own Artwork - And Save Money
Everyone wants to save money. Don't you? Well, painting your... Read More
A Look at Steel Building Kits
Steel building kits are a comprehensive set of all the... Read More
How to Be Your Air Conditioner?s Best Friend
There are a few things you can do to take... Read More
Kitchen Design Online ? Understanding the Work Triangle and Kitchen Layouts
Good kitchen design online means having a layout for your... Read More
Pergo Flooring Is Perfect For The Home or Office
Pergo flooring was invented more than 75 years ago, and... Read More
Cork Flooring Is The Best Option Around For Durability And Aesthetic Value
It is inevitable, almost everyone no matter how long they... Read More
Tips To Improve The Quality Of Your Outdoor Space And Patio
It's easy to get overwhelmed trying to figure out just... Read More
Replacement Windows and Double Glazing - Essential Buyers Tips
Welcome to my essential tips for replacemnent windows and double... Read More
Small Kitchen Remodeling Ideas
Any remodeling idea for a small kitchen must address the... Read More
Pergo Flooring Is Perfect For The Home or Office
Pergo flooring was invented more than 75 years ago, and... Read More
Get New Floors And Save A Bundle When You Do It Yourself
After years of use, your floor will need to be... Read More
Repairing Your Own Machine Components
Many industrial concerns have workshops of their own. For the... Read More
Plastic Applied to the Picnic Table?
There are many styles of picnic tables on the market,... Read More
Removing Old Aluminum Windows
This week we are going to talk about the process... Read More
Key Bathroom Remodeling Ideas
One of the simplest ways to start planning your bathroom... Read More
Remove Carpet Stains - The How To
Your short lesson on how to remove carpet stains: act... Read More
Building Your Own Home
Most people think building their own home involves vast knowledge... Read More
Router Bits Basics
A router bit is a tool for woodworking giving a... Read More
What does it take to be an Interior Designer?
When trying to decide if Interior Design is right for... Read More
Breaking the Mold - Creative Boys Bedrooms
Decorating boys bedrooms with licensed characters and themes is an... Read More
Unfinished Furniture - Finish It Yourself!
Unfinished furniture has started to become extremely popular in the... Read More
Home Floor Plan Designing For Your Future Home
Designing Your Own Dream Home for the New Home Builder:... Read More
A Carefully Planned Outdoor Kitchen is Worth the Investment
Do you have any idea how popular outdoor kitchens are... Read More
Heated Driveways: Who, What, Where, When, Why, & How
What are heated driveways? The obvious answer is, "a driveway... Read More
How to Deal With Contractors (So You Wont Go Mad!)
BE PREPARED -- Building a house is lots of fun,... Read More
How To Replace The Rollers On Your Patio Door
Have you noticed your patio door is getting harder and... Read More
A Lasting Scent
Look no further for long lasting perfumes. House of Rose... Read More
Concrete Cutting: Shedding Light On Your Basement Remodel
Basements or cellars (depending on which part of the country... Read More
An Interview with Design Psychology Expert Jeanette Fisher
Interview with Jeanette Fisher by Gary Anderson, of ... Read More
The Best Way To Clean Carpet?
What is the absolute best way to clean carpet? Carpet... Read More
Installing Vinyl Replacement Sliding Glass Doors
Last week I told you how to remove your old... Read More
Use Air Filters and Common Sense for Allergy Relief
Do you suffer from allergies or asthma? If you are... Read More
Buying The Right Bed Sheets For Your Bed
You spend a lot of your life in your bed... Read More
The Art of Gutter Cleaning
The gutters on your home are starting to overflow so... Read More
A Guide to Home Dehumidifiers
It can be difficult to choose from among the countless... Read More
How About a Jungle Mural to Put Some Swing Into Your Child?s Room?
If your child loves all different types of animals, a... Read More
Have You Considered Fluorescent Lighting for Your Home?
Many of us know that fluorescent lighting is common in... Read More
Change The Style Of Your Interior With A Minimum Of Costs
The style of your interior depends for a great part... Read More
Bamboo Flooring for the 21st Century
Bamboo flooring has emerged as a new material for the... Read More
Tiles are the Foundation Stone for Your Stylish Bathroom!
Tiles can increase the value of any home. Ceramic tiles,... Read More
Painting and Decorating Tile
Ceramic tile can be beautiful and elegant. But it can... Read More
Homeowners ? Here is a Step by Step Guide to Help You Hire a Quality Home Improvement Contractor
Before talking to any contractors the first thing to do... Read More
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