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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 transform a room. It’s the difference between a mediocre and a fancy 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 →
Make Your Home Space Completely Functional
by Guest on Mar 29, 2016
Before redesigning your kitchen, there are some things you need to consider based on your lifestyle. If the entire family spends time in the kitchen on a daily basis, that might change the flow and features of your kitchen compared to one that is used for entertaining guests. Continue reading →
5 Scary Examples of How Not to Use a Ladder
by Guest Post on Mar 22, 2016
In any situation where you employ a ladder for high level access, its correct use can make all the difference between life and death, literally. You wouldn’t think it was that difficult to work out how to use a ladder properly, would you? However, the 5 photos below clearly show that nothing can be taken for granted. Continue reading →
What to Look for When Hiring a Kitchen Remodeling Contractor
by James Rodgers on Mar 22, 2016
If you are looking to get your kitchen remodeled, you will quickly understand that it is no small task. Depending on the scope of what you are thinking, the project will definitely cost a lot more money than you would hope. Continue reading →
7 Furniture Shopping Tips for Newbies
by Jane Brown on Mar 21, 2016
Purchasing furniture for your new home or apartment is very exciting. You have likely already searched home décor blogs, magazines, and images looking for ideas on how to make your place feel like home. Continue reading →
Top Reasons to Choose an Aluminum Fence
by Jake Johnson on Mar 21, 2016
Aluminum fences are becoming much more popular these days for a number of reasons. If you are looking at getting a new fence installed on your property, then perhaps you will consider aluminum as an option for you. What are the main reasons people should consider getting an aluminum fence over other options? Continue reading →
Warning Signs When to Change Your Windows
by Guest Post on Mar 21, 2016
Unfortunately, today is the era when people need to think about the renovation projects of their home because old houses tend to get older and older and require some special maintenance. One of the best ideas of a home upgrade is to replace your old windows. Continue reading →
The Importance of Choosing a Certified Gas Installer
by Guest on Mar 19, 2016
Putting your trust in the wrong hands can be risky, especially when you are talking about fitting your home gas appliances. Faulty workmanship when it comes to a boiler installation, fitting gas appliances, and pipework repairs can put your life and that of your family at risk. Continue reading →
How to Clean Your Carpet with Club Soda?
by Alexandar Todorov on Mar 18, 2016
Club soda contains carbon dioxide and thus is more acidic than plain water, plus some minerals and in some cases a little bit of salt, which in theory makes it a good stain remover. Just like vinegar, which is a proven good home remedy for stain removal, club soda has a lower pH and a slight acidity which works well for removing stains. Continue reading →
Top Reasons to Add a Fence to Your Property
by John Johnson on Mar 17, 2016
If you are looking to improve your property but have run out of ideas, you might want to take a look at getting a nice fence for your home. There are a lot of different reasons people might want to get a fence for their property. Here we will go through the most common reasons. Continue reading →
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