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DIY Headboards
Monday, August 30th, 2010
One of the most expensive purchases for a bedroom is by far the furniture. You can spend thousands of dollars on a bedroom suite. If shelling out this kind of money just isn’t in your budget, there are some simple and creative ways you can make your bed look beautiful for pennies on the dollar [...]
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Best Buys for the Season
Monday, August 30th, 2010
Even though the thoughts of backyard barbeques and mowing the lawn on the weekends is slipping slowly from our minds, it is the best time of year to prepare for next year. Once the height of the summer has passed and the winter holidays begin creeping up, retailers are desperate to empty their stock of [...]
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Splurge or Steal – Wood Floors
Monday, August 30th, 2010
You want to put down wood flooring in your home, but have no idea where to start or what to choose. Sound right? This is a common frustration among homeowners because there are so many choices. To break it down simply when it comes to wood flooring, you really have two options – hardwood and [...]
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Splurge or Steal – Refrigerators
Monday, August 30th, 2010
There is no doubt about it that new appliances in a kitchen can add a lot of value to your home, especially if you are ready to sell. There are a ton of different options out there when it comes to refrigerators. Here are some choices for every budget and purpose: Let’s start with the [...]
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Splurge or Steal – Hot Water Heaters
Monday, August 30th, 2010
With everybody trying to save money these days, people are taking a lot closer look at home appliances and their efficiency. One huge draw of energy in a home is the hot water heater. There are a lot of options to choose from nowadays, so which direction should you go when it’s time to replace? [...]
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Fixing a Continually Flushing Toilet
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
A common repair problem is how to stop your toilet from continually flowing – in some instances, this will result in the toilet overflowing and causing a flood in the bathroom and the rest of the house. Even if the toilet simply runs, it can create an annoyance with the sound of continuously running water [...]
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Laying Tile Over a Plywood Subfloor
Saturday, December 5th, 2009
When I started my career in the home improvement sector, laying a tile floor was a heavy and messy business, but fortunately, today it is a lot much simpler and straightforward. New materials and techniques now allow for the do-it-yourself home improvement enthusiast to get their hands dirty, while saving a lot of money in [...]
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Winterizing & Weather-Stripping
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008
Now that cold weather is upon us, it is time to consider winterizing your home. With soaring electric bills, one huge consideration is heating costs. There are a few simple steps that you can take to substantially lower your heating bills and stay warm in the process. First, you will need to inspect your home. [...]
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Tips on Making Your Own Storm Windows
Monday, November 10th, 2008
With today’s rising costs on everything from fuel to home improvement, learning to do some things yourself and taking the time to do them can save you a lot of money in the long run. One easy way to save money is by making your own storm windows. First calculate the dimensions of each window [...]
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Replacing a Window Pane
Friday, November 7th, 2008
Since winter is quickly approaching, now is a great time to make sure that your home is ready for cold weather. Cracked or broken windows need to be repaired or replaced since these can cause severe cold air penetration. Replacing an entire window or window pane is very easy and can be done in a [...]