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Helpful Hints for a Jammed Pocket Door

Helpful Hints for a Jammed Pocket Door

by Michigan State University on Apr 26, 2012

Pocket doors can be frustrating when they do not work properly. The door itself is hung from rollers that run on a track above the door and into the wall cavity. When the door does not work smoothly, it is usually because the rollers have come off the track. Continue reading →

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Great Ways to Protect Floors from Furniture

Great Ways to Protect Floors from Furniture

by Guest Post on Feb 12, 2010

Hardwood floors are beautiful and classic to have in your home, but an accidental scratch or dent can easily mar their appearance. Furniture pieces, especially when they are moved across the floor, are one of the biggest culprits in causing damage. Continue reading →

Wallpaper Hanging Tips

Wallpaper Hanging Tips

by Guest Post on May 11, 2012

Rarely walls and corners are straight, so it is best not to rely on the lines of the walls as guides when you are hanging paper. Simple tips like checking the markings on the back when cutting the paper help that you place your paper in the correct order. Learn more: Continue reading →

Top Tips to Avoid Common Oven Problems

Top Tips to Avoid Common Oven Problems

by William Hayes on Oct 29, 2014

A broken oven can lead to heartbreak. Our ovens can suffer from a wide range of problems if they are not maintained and regularly serviced. Innovations and changes to our ovens have resulted in fewer problems. The onset of technology has drastically reduced common pitfalls with our cookers. Continue reading →

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How to Clean Chrome Barstools

How to Clean Chrome Barstools

by Guest Post on Apr 16, 2010

Chrome barstools are very beautiful and sleek. Chrome is used to create a retro appearance but equally, it is at home in comparison to the cutting edge contemporary design styles, which we can present here for your consideration. Continue reading →

Laminate Countertops: Easy Ways to Repair and Hide Damage

Laminate Countertops: Easy Ways to Repair and Hide Damage

by Jessica Ackerman on May 13, 2012

Countertops take a great deal of abuse, even when care is taken to prevent damage. Heavy items can fall out of cabinetry and ding the laminate surface, and people are not always careful about using cutting boards and hot pads. In time, laminate countertops begin to show wear, but it is easy to repair or hide the damage. The following easy ways to repair and hide damage to laminate countertops will extend the life and greatly improve the overall look of the room. Continue reading →

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Feng Shui Tips for Decorating Your Home

Feng Shui Tips for Decorating Your Home

by Guest Post on Jan 2, 2010

The Chi, (or energy flow), should never be made stagnant at this point. Pictures and ornamental decorations in this area should be pleasing and round leafed plants in pots attract prosperity into the home. Another tip to remember is that if you have doorways from front to back that is visible, the flowing of energy should be stopped from escape. Continue reading →

How to Fix Realistic Monthly Rent for Your Rental Properties?

How to Fix Realistic Monthly Rent for Your Rental Properties?

by Guest on Apr 25, 2013

Are you going to put up one of your properties for renting out? If yes, then obviously you would have to think of a realistic figure that you would be charging your tenants. A number of factors come into play when you are deciding the rent that tenants should pay you after they start living in your property. In order to hope for the best rentals from your property, as a landlord, you will have to think of a number of factors like size, rental demand, location, etc. Continue reading →

3 Reasons Why Outdoor Storage is the Storage Solution You’re Looking For

3 Reasons Why Outdoor Storage is the Storage Solution You’re Looking For

by Boris Dzhingarov on Mar 15, 2015

When my wife and I moved into a tiny house (800 sf), we were determined to make use of every inch, leaving us a clear beautiful living space wherever the eye could see. We had plans for shelving, cabinetry, maximized closet space, etc. Continue reading →

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Top 3 Styles of UPVC Windows

Top 3 Styles of UPVC Windows

by Guest Post on Apr 14, 2010

UPVC windows are as popular as ever and with energy prices soaring, these windows are a top choice for homeowners looking for an attractive addition to their home. With so many different types of UPVC windows on the market, how do you know which ones to choose? Continue reading →

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