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How to Update Your Kitchen on a Budget
by Guest Post on Jan 3, 2011
In today’s economy, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to sell your home. To make matters worse, according to the National Association of Realtors, the best way to add value to your home leading to a sale is to update your kitchen. Continue reading →
The Advantages of Artificial Grass
by Guest Post on Dec 31, 2010
There are a large number of benefits to installing artificial grass of which the reasons for installing are varied. Obviously, you don't need to spend as much time on the upkeep of an artificial lawn. With fake grass, you can simply enjoy sitting out in the sun and enjoying the yard. Continue reading →
Light Up Your Dining Room!
by Guest Post on Dec 28, 2010
Did you know that how we eat is almost as important as what we eat? For instance, a meal in a relaxed, beautiful, well-lit ambiance is better than a hurried meal had in unpleasant or poorly lit surroundings. Continue reading →
Decorating for Your Kids
by Guest Post on Dec 27, 2010
Decorating a child’s room can be a fun and learning experience for both you and your kids. There are so many bedrooms decorating ideas for children today that anything goes. The best way to decorate a child’s room is to let the child take the decorating wheel. Continue reading →
Tips on Selecting Bathroom Mirror
by Guest Post on Dec 22, 2010
If you are planning to grip and induct a bathroom mirror for your home to expand its looks, then you should make certain that you choose the best ones in the promotion to preclude any regrets or profits later. Here are some tips on how to do just that. Continue reading →
How to Come Up with Good Bathroom Design Ideas
by Guest Post on Dec 21, 2010
Good bathroom design depends on being able to maximize the existing space you already have. It also starts with the right selection of tiles and other materials. Combined with a carefully chosen color scheme you should be able to set the mood for the bathroom. Continue reading →
How to Repair Vertical and Venetian Blinds
by Guest Post on Dec 19, 2010
Vertical and Venetian blinds are the two most popular kinds of blinds that are used for home decorating. Vertical blinds have vertical slats that are long and hang from main head rail, while Venetian blinds have slats that horizontally hang from a top bracket. Continue reading →
Faux Painting - Base Coat, Glaze and Ragging Technique
by Guest Post on Dec 19, 2010
Ragging is a faux finish technique that uses a rag to produce a mottled decorative effect. Ragging can be done negatively where the rag is used to remove the glaze, or ragging can be done positively where the rag is used to apply the glaze to the wall. Continue reading →
Build a Rustic Bench by Recycling an Old Window
by Guest Post on Dec 19, 2010
Step-by-Step Guide Creating Furniture with Cast-Off Windows - Create the bench seat. Measure the bottom edge of the window. This will be the length of your bench. Cut two-3/4 inch thick boards the length of your bench by approximately 7 inches wide, for the seat. Continue reading →
Septic Systems 101 for Home Buyers
by Guest Post on Dec 18, 2010
If you’re a city dweller who is looking for a home in the suburbs, it’s likely that you’re looking at homes with septic for the first time. This situation tends to make buyers nervous. It needn’t. Let’s take an overview of what a simple septic system is, how it’s maintained, and what you can do if you’re buying a home that uses one. Continue reading →
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