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51.Need to move? Be smart and hire professional movers! by paulGlover
Moving is no fun! In fact, it can be downright dangerous for some people - especially those who think they're still young and strong enough to carry a ten-foot couch up two flights of stairs. The elderly ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007   Hits: 257   Words: 616]

52.Storage Rental Units: Mans Best Friend by Kenneth L Myers
Queens Storage rental units are no different than in any other big city. They can be our best friend when is comes to clutter. It does not seem to matter how much we try, maybe its an old antique were going to restore, or that old ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007   Hits: 658   Words: 693]

53.Interior Decor Showcase- Start it all with Decorative Outlet Covers! by Alison Blakely
If you've ever been in a decorating "slump", you're well aware of feeling the need to do something to an area or complete room, but you're just not sure where to start. The mere thought of trying to find an idea can put you in ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007   Hits: 856   Words: 466]

54.Designer Bedding: Turning Your Bedroom Into A Happy Hideaway by Cindy Summers
When you think of designer bedding linens, perhaps you think of the Americana theme by Tommy Hilfiger, the delicate floral patterns of Laura Ashley bedding or the sleek and sophisticated designs of Michael Kors. Whatever your preference, there is no shortage ...
[Added: 01 Feb 2007   Hits: 588   Words: 632]

55.Home Fire Alarms - How to Protect Your Home by Tanya Turner
Does your house have a modern fire alarm? Are you sure it is working? If your alarm is old or you don't have it at all, it is time to get yourself one. Fire alarms are inexpensive, ...
[Added: 30 Jan 2007   Hits: 430   Words: 446]

56.Steam Shower Cubicle Features by Gareth Daniel
A steam shower cubicle can be simply defined as a self-contained cubicle or enclosure that has the ability to create and trap steam within the enclosed area while also providing a showering facility to wash or ...
[Added: 26 Jan 2007   Hits: 352   Words: 686]

57.House Signs - The Case for New Legislation by Steve Walker
This document makes the case for the introduction of New legislation to set minimum requirements of standards for house signs across the UK. Clearly such legislation is currently in the early discussion stage but the strong social economic and ...
[Added: 23 Jan 2007   Hits: 375   Words: 687]

58.Buy dishwasher spares parts and repair your dishwasher by yourself. by Glyn Booth
Your dishwasher is not working well, the dishes are not getting clean, or the machine will not even drain. What do you do? Instead of calling a technician straight, you could save money and try servicing ...
[Added: 23 Jan 2007   Hits: 443   Words: 578]

59.Make Decorative Painting Come Alive with Color by paulGlover
As a home decorator or someone who simply wants to breath some fresh air into your living environment, it's important that you get out of the habit of reaching for the white paint when it's time to freshen up your ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 314   Words: 516]

60.Types of light bulbs by Jakob Jelling
Before you install any lighting in your home, you should make sure that you know what type of lights are going to work the best for you. There are several different types of light fixtures and usually these will vary based on the types of light ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 451   Words: 371]

61.How to install a wall to wall carpet by Jakob Jelling
The first step in installing wall to wall carpet is going to be getting rid of the old carpet first. This is pretty easy, but make sure that you remove all of the moldings and take the door out of the doorway first. After you do this, vacuum ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 379   Words: 461]

62.How to build an outdoor kitchen by Jakob Jelling
If you want to have an outdoor kitchen, you will first need to make sure that you are ready for the commitment. Like most major outdoor fixtures, this will take twice as much work as its indoor counterpart, especially when you consider ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 351   Words: 399]

63.What should be included in your toolbox at home? by Jakob Jelling
Even if you do not think that you're going to be doing a lot of home improvement work in your house, you should still have a toolbox on hand just in case. These boxes will help you ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 413   Words: 372]

64.How to install vinyl flooring by Jakob Jelling
Before you start to install any vinyl flooring, you need to decide whether or not you're planning on replacing the flooring at any point in the future. If you think that there is a chance that either you or somebody else who might buy your home will want ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 466   Words: 382]

65.How to install a hardwood floor by Jakob Jelling
The first decision that you need to make before you get to work choosing the materials for your hardwood floor is whether or not you are going to be doing the finishing on your own. If ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 376   Words: 417]

66.Hot Tub Heater - How to Find the Right One by Tanya Turner
A hot tub heater is the most important part of your hot tub. There are different types of heaters for indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and a good heater can heat your tub quickly and ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 889   Words: 467]

67.Discover How A Crawl Space Dehumidifier Can Protect Your Home From Wood Rot by Chuck Jaymes
Humidity and moisture in your crawl space can often lead to a serious problem for homeowners not using a crawl space dehumidifier; wood rot. Wood rot, also called wood decay, is caused by microscopic organisms that belong to the fungi group. These organisms are what cause the wood to ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 716   Words: 318]

68.Main stages of repair works in the apartment. by Arthur Prudent
How to begin repair works of the apartment? The first stage of the repair of old apartments is the destruction and dismantling first of all of the dilapidated walls and partition walls, removing the wall and ceiling coating. This stage is one of the most "dirty" stages of ...
[Added: 22 Jan 2007   Hits: 700   Words: 1248]

69.Apostrophological Anomalies and the Welcome Sign by Thom Inman
Putting your apostrophes in the right places on those ubiquitous carved wooden Welcome Signs is pretty easy once you know the rules.There is no greater motivation than having all those grammatical fuddy-duddies think better of you, either! But, before examining the rules for the apostrophes ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007   Hits: 362   Words: 743]

70.Different Types of Window Covering Treatments by Rob Buenaventura
Selecting the right window treatments for your home can often be a matter of simple and practical common sense. The right window treatments are first and foremost affordable to your budget. Second, they will suit your taste. Third, they will suit the overall style of the room in which ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007   Hits: 596   Words: 345]

71.Turn back time with a traditional bathroom by Martin McAllister
Over the past few years, the world has seen massive advances in technological development: from High-Definition televisions to digital photo-frames and interactive games consoles, your lounge and moreover the remainder of your home is never likely to be the same again. The one exception is of ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007   Hits: 747   Words: 673]

72.Patio Furniture for Classy Homes by Sarika Kabra
The stress on outdoor furniture in modern times is not out of place. After all, the outdoors gives out the first impression of the home. And as they say, "First impression is the last impression!" Patio furniture ...
[Added: 21 Jan 2007   Hits: 1003   Words: 546]

73.Tips for painting a door by Jakob Jelling
Although painting a door usually seems and is a very easy task, there are some important tips you might want to take into account in order to do the work as good as possible. A door is an important detail in the design and appearance of any ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 481   Words: 413]

74.Some tips for painting furniture by Jakob Jelling
Painting furniture can be a fun and exciting way of providing a room with a new style and appearance. Although this work implies creativity and imagination, you might also need to know some basic tips in order to be able ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 378   Words: 358]

75.How to sharpen a lawn mower blade by Jakob Jelling
There is an important reason by which you should sharpen your lawn mower blade: if you do not do so every now and then, the blade would not cut the grass as cleanly as it should and would start ripping it. When ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 398   Words: 395]

76.How to repair a leaky gutter by Jakob Jelling
A leaky gutter can seem a more complicated thing to fix than it might actually be when knowing and following some simple steps as the ones we will describe through the next few lines. However, if you are not sure you can complete each step adequately and you wish to ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 381   Words: 355]

77.How to lay out a garden by Jakob Jelling
Laying out a garden can be a very exciting task which, despite of the hard work it might imply, is very rewarding and satisfying at the end. But, in order to achieve nice results, there are important guidelines and tips you might ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 406   Words: 350]

78.Some tips for sodding the lawn by Jakob Jelling
Sodding the lawn is usually a hard task, but which can be very rewarding after is done. There are several important steps to have in mind at the time of sodding the lawn ourselves, since failing in some steps might end up causing a ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 358   Words: 357]

79.How to stop a leak in a pipe by Jakob Jelling
Learning how to stop a leak in a pipe can be very useful, not only when we actually need to fix a pipe but also before we do, since there are many chances we will have a leaking pipe sometime. Even if it is a temporary fix, knowing how to ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 356   Words: 350]

80.How to repair a stucco wall by Jakob Jelling
Due to its special characteristics, a stucco wall can be very tricky to be fixed. When trying to repair a whole in such kind of wall, there are some important guidelines that might be very helpful to have in mind in order to avoid ending up ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 482   Words: 380]

81.How to remove old wall covering by Jakob Jelling
Removing old wall covering or wallpaper is usually a very unattractive task, and knowing some tricks that could make it easier might be of invaluable help. Although leaving the old wall covering often seems tempting, doing so might end up causing you to ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 411   Words: 436]

82.Before painting a window by Jakob Jelling
Painting a window is one of those tasks that we often think are completely basic and do not have any special tricks, but as a matter of fact, there are some guidelines we should follow in order ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 325   Words: 361]

83.Your Bathroom Can Increase the Value Of Your Property by Martin McAllister
Like many people, you may be looking to sell up and move house. If so, you'll want to ensure you give yourself the best possible chance of receiving or even exceeding the asking price for your current property. Today's housing market ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 685   Words: 572]

84.Top 10 Tips for a Healthier Home by The House Team
Kyoto Accord or not, it seems clear that Canadians are preparing to help lead the way in learning to live "green" - by adopting new habits and ideas that reduce the impact our lifestyles have on the ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 487   Words: 752]

85.The Return of the Clothes Line by The House Team
The old-fashioned clothes line of our grandmother's time may be due for a revival. The power blackouts of the past few summers have many Canadians thinking outside the box: in fact, they're thinking outside... period. A clothes line is a terrific contribution ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 491   Words: 684]

86.What You Should Consider Before You Install Hardwood Flooring by Christopher Smith
Hardwood floors are a rational choice when it comes to remodeling your home or building an addition because of the warmth and finish they can bring to almost any room in your home. Selecting the right hardwood floors can mean adding an investment to your ...
[Added: 20 Jan 2007   Hits: 486   Words: 414]

87.Dish Network deals and Satellite TV on PC Comparison guide by Teddy Low
If you stay in United States, you probably had heard of the satellite TV Company Dish Network. If you are used to Internet surfing, you might as well aware that more and more vendors are now selling Satellite-to-PC software ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 320   Words: 788]

88.Fill Your Home with Laughter and Playground Equipment by paulGlover
If you have a big back yard and children, you have before you the perfect space for a lifetime of laughs, fun, and wonderful memories. Why? Because children plus space plus playground equipment equals a feeling matched by none. What good is a big back yard without ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 319   Words: 573]

89.How to Get Started on Refinishing Hardwood Floors by Rob Buenaventura
Hardwood is among the most efficient and cosmopolitan flooring materials for homes. It gives off a very classic yet stylish finish that can last for decades. While hardwood flooring is reminiscent of old palaces in Europe and early American homes in the south, it still very ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 543   Words: 742]

90.Steamy Ideas For Your Hot Tub by Christopher Smith
Before jumping into your brand new outdoor hot tub, consider what type of enclosure you're going to use for it. Whether you use fencing, a gazebo, a screen or a wood roof, its important to help protect your investment from damage from garbage, rain ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 532   Words: 384]

91.Bathroom Remodeling - Installing A Shower For A Marvelous Bath by Manuel Kupka
Do you know that home remodeling along with installing a shower stall in your bathroom can make the value and comfort content of your home high? The fact that more and more people are installing a shower stall in their bathroom proves this. Now ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 360   Words: 622]

92.Furniture Tips for Children's Room by Sarika Kabra
Your child is born with special needs to cater to. The kid requires as much material support as it requires emotional attention. Obviously, the parents want only the best for their child. However, 'the best' comes at a price. In the good old days, ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 658   Words: 523]

93.Warm Up Your Home Decor this Winter by Stacey Wiktorek
With the days getting shorter and the weather getting colder, it's no wonder people get the "winter doldrums". However, you (and your home) don't have to. Until the weather becomes more inviting, turn to your home ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 243   Words: 612]

94.2007 Home Design Trends by Stacey Wiktorek
With 2006 behind us, it's time to start looking forward to what the New Year will bring. For me, the New Year isn't just about making resolutions; it's about keeping design current with the very latest trends. Read on to find out what's going to be ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 396   Words: 608]

95.Mold In Your Crawlspace May Be Making You Sick by Chuck Jaymes
Many homes have crawlspaces with excessive moisture problems that can lead to serious health problems. Mold and other organisms such as bacteria, fungi and dust mites thrive under buildings with excessive moisture. Of these organisms, mold is usually the most prevalent ...
[Added: 19 Jan 2007   Hits: 618   Words: 340]

96.Six Ways to Gain Feng Shui Luck in the New Year by Amy Goodmann
There are at least six ways to learn Feng Shui Luck. First you must learn and understand the very basics and essentials of Feng Shui. This can help you to apply the remedies and enhancements that will ...
[Added: 18 Jan 2007   Hits: 325   Words: 570]

97.Rattan and Wicker Furniture - What's The Difference? by Maxine Chandler
Have you ever wondered what the difference between rattan furniture and wicker furniture is? If you have, I can explain the differences and some of the common misconceptions about these wonderful natural furnishings. Many people incorrectly believe that rattan and wicker are one in the same. This ...
[Added: 18 Jan 2007   Hits: 1284   Words: 419]

98.Leather Furniture for your Dream Home by Sarika Kabra
The carefully crafted wooden Amish made furniture make for a strong and sturdy furniture option. Amish furniture gives the attractive looks and style to your home. Normally, Amish handcrafted furniture is the complete furniture choice for your home. However, some ...
[Added: 17 Jan 2007   Hits: 780   Words: 518]

99.5 Strategies for Reducing Your Heating and Cooling Bills by Andrew Seltz
One of the single biggest monthly expenses you will face is the cost of heating and cooling your home. As the costs of heating oil and electricity continue to rise, it becomes vital that ...
[Added: 17 Jan 2007   Hits: 247   Words: 398]

100.Open Up Your House to The World Through Windows by paulGlover
A house without windows is just absurd! But a house without 'smart windows' is even stranger indeed! By 'smart windows,' we mean windows that multitask - that is, windows that do more than just let the sunshine in or let you ...
[Added: 17 Jan 2007   Hits: 281   Words: 504]


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