2,196 articles related to "home improvement"

The Art Of Gutter Cleaning

The Art Of Gutter Cleaning by: Henry Bockman Many homeowners clean their own gutters or hire someone each season to properly maintain their homes. What you may not realize is that most gutter systems should be cleaned 3-4 times a year with each ...

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Luau! Decorating with a Hawaiian Theme

Luau! Decorating with a Hawaiian Theme by: Debbie Rodgers Hawaii is a first choice travel destination with millions of people - and for good reason. Bring a little of that island feeling into your home, either indoors or in your outdoor living s...

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How to Replace Worn-out Cushions

How to Replace Worn-out Cushions by: Ben Hermsen Worn-out cushions are uncomfortable and unattractive. There was a time when keeping old, flat cushions around was par for the course, but now in this day and age of home renovation and redecoratio...

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Grow Your Own SIMPLE Tea Garden

Materials Needed1 decorative clay or metal planter1 package of clay pellets (approx. 30 pellets)3 packets of organic tea leaves seeds (YOUR CHOICE)Grow-rich or nutrient-rich potting soil (ASK YOUR NURSERY FOR THE BEST RECOMMENDATION FOR YOUR AREA)Dir...

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Window Blinds Variations, And How They Can Fit Your Needs

Window Blinds Variations, And How They Can Fit Your Needs by: Tim Murray So you decided to go out and look for blinds, but there are so many of them! In this article you will get a brief intro into the pros and cons of every style out there. The...

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Is Indoor Air Safe? 4 Simple Steps to Make It Safer

Is Indoor Air Safe? 4 Simple Steps to Make It Safer by: Charles Kassotis It is true that we spend most of our time, almost 80% of it, in indoor spaces. We’re used to worrying about the air outdoors. We complain about pollution, gas emissions a...

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Installing Gate Latches: A Simple Guide

Once you've hung a gate and tested its swing, install a stop on the latch post to prevent the gate from swinging past the post when closed. The stop is nothing more than a narrow board ( 1/2 1 inch), ( 2 in., etc. ) cut to the height of the gate...

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Mattress Cleaning Helps to Keep Your Home and Workplace Bug Free

It is really nice to go home and sleep on your comfortable bed after a long days work. But how can you rest if you keep on scratching? Mites! Irritating allergy causing bed bugs is a common problem. Some use bed bugs spray to keep it away, but it on...

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Plastic Shelving Units And Lightweight Storage Solutions For The Home

There is not a single person in the world, at one time or another, who has not dealt with the problem of cheaply made shelving giving way under the weight of whatever you were trying to organise, or sagging to the point of embarrassment. And it never...

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The Art Of Choosing A Sofa

Settees and sofas are an integral centerpiece of any home, and therefore the right one is essential to ensure you get the most from relaxing in the living room. The first point you have got to consider is the shape of your settee or sofa, what shape...

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