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201.Green Glue instead of insulation for soundproofing by SoundProofing America
Old School soundproofing still believes that batt insulation is a good soundproofing agent. There are some good sound batt insulations out there such as Roxul AFB and Bonded logic's bonded cotton insulation and they work well for both soundproofing and thermal protection, however no batt insulation is strong enough to ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 409   Words: 536]

202.The Green Glue Revolution. by SoundProofing America
Green Glue has caused a revolution in the Soundproofing Industry. It is an extremely effective visco-elastic dampening compound that is placed between 2 layers of drywall providing a dampening barrier as well as a very effective isolator. The dampening effect of the Green Glue actually prevents structure borne sound transmission, ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 216   Words: 575]

203.Return on Investment (ROI) on Tankless Water Heaters by Dimitri Svolos
A payback analysis every energy conscious consumer should consider There are a lot of tankless water heater manufactures claiming a wide range of savings on your next water heating bill. A ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 356   Words: 798]

204.Where to Buy Discount Window Blinds by Osmundo Bernabe
Discount window blinds are widely available on the Internet and also offline at furniture stores and décor outlets. Of course the price of window coverings greatly varies depending on where you buy them. Probably ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 347   Words: 533]

205.Is it Time to Refinish Your Hardwood Floor? by Rob Buenaventura
How do you know when the time is right to refinish your hardwood floors? Hardwood floors tend to be quite durable and the stains long lasting. There are, of course, places in high traffic areas that ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 342   Words: 530]

206.Tips For Remodeling A Bathroom by Kelvin Williams
Tips For Remodeling A Bathroom Would you like to find out what those-in-the-know have to say about bathroom remodeling? The information in the article below comes straight from well-informed experts with special knowledge about bathroom remodeling. ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 178   Words: 622]

207.Kitchen planning – basic tips to improve your kitchen area by John Dale Shelabarger
The kitchen is often the busiest room in the house and has a variety of functions. While food preparation is its most obvious, the kitchen is often the social hub of the family home, playing ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 286   Words: 838]

208.Window Coverings: Offers a Functional and Stylish Look by Rob Buenaventura
Window shades and Venetian blinds are two of the most versatile and functional window coverings that exist today. Both allow you to adjust the level of light that enters your room through multiple methods. Window coverings are a great way to keep the damaging UV rays of the sun from ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 353   Words: 618]

209.7 Tips to Keep Your Hardwood Floor Looking Its Best by Rob Buenaventura
Many people choose hardwood flooring because it is easy to maintain and keep looking great. True, you will not have to worry about hardwood staining if you spill grape juice on it, as you do with carpet. However, there are a few things ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 389   Words: 702]

210.How to Choose a Hardwood Floor Vacuum by Rob Buenaventura
You have invested a great deal of time, money, energy, and love into your hardwood floors, it only makes sense that you want to choose the vacuum that is perfect for their care in order to properly protect your investment. The only way to ensure the longevity of your ...
[Added: 28 Nov 2006   Hits: 401   Words: 384]

211.Office Interiors by Robin Storms
"You can't run the society on data and computers alone." Alvin Toffler The interior decorator is an artist who creates through themes with a pragmatic visual effect. Live with beauty and work with ...
[Added: 27 Nov 2006   Hits: 476   Words: 498]

212.Home buying tips for homebuyers by Ron Victor
Purchasing a house as per our requirements is a difficult process. We have many choices to select good ones, sometimes house may look good, but it doesn't match your budget or sometimes the prices may be good, but the house selected may be wrong and so on. These are ...
[Added: 24 Nov 2006   Hits: 469   Words: 581]

213.Micathermic Flat Panel Heaters: The Next Generation Space Heater by Sam Streubel
Micathermic flat panel heaters are a lighter and faster heating alternative to traditional oil column heaters. Utilizing the principal of convection heating, where warm air attracts cool air, a micathermic heater quickly heats the average sized room. The faster a heater can bring a room up ...
[Added: 24 Nov 2006   Hits: 729   Words: 365]

214.An Unusual Christmas Present: Finding a Property to Renovate by Susy Copus
Do you have friends who talk about one day doing up a property? Do they show you pictures of old barns and even have the books on how to do it up? I do and though I share their excitement I wish ...
[Added: 24 Nov 2006   Hits: 303   Words: 352]

215.Interesting Window Treatment Ideas for Your Home by Christopher Smith
Ideas for interesting window treatments can indeed be difficult to come by. We all want to bring out the best in our windows as they are allowing sunshine into our homes. While finding creative window treatments can ...
[Added: 23 Nov 2006   Hits: 290   Words: 445]

216.Perfect Storage Solutions Provided By Steel Buildings by Dalvin Rumsey
The features of steel buildings gather all the advantages you can wish from. This of course, when speaking about a building that may be used as a storage place! They have no problem with extreme weather conditions, such as heavy snow, thunderstorms and even hurricanes. A steel building can ...
[Added: 23 Nov 2006   Hits: 457   Words: 402]

217.Moving to the Country by Mountainman
The latest movement of families in the U.S. is toward the rural or country living. People are tired of the hassle of living in the cities. Your neighbors know everything about you whether you want them to ...
[Added: 22 Nov 2006   Hits: 260   Words: 686]

218.Decorating the bedroom - a few tips by John Dale Shelabarger
As well as a place of rest, the bedroom provides an escape from stress and worry - a haven from the everyday comings and goings of family life. It's the most private room in the house and, unlike other areas of a family ...
[Added: 22 Nov 2006   Hits: 273   Words: 455]

219.A Common Window Treatment: Curtains by Christopher Smith
A window treatment of curtains can add a special touch to a room or a window and can also add a measure of privacy. Whatever you end up choosing, a window treatment of curtains can not only add some color ...
[Added: 21 Nov 2006   Hits: 209   Words: 491]

220.The Dining Room – improve your dining experience with some basic fundamentals by John Dale Shelabarger
The dining room adds an enjoyable social dimension to the consumption of food. It can bring a family together at mealtimes as well as enabling people to host gatherings for friends and colleagues. Dining areas are common features of a kitchen or living room, but a separate room ...
[Added: 21 Nov 2006   Hits: 304   Words: 483]

221.The Importance of House Signs to House Sellers by Steve Walker
As a maker of house signs it never ceases to amaze me at how few house sellers consider the importance of having a decent house sign on the properties they are selling. We are told that the first ipresssions are so important to prospective buyers that the decision ...
[Added: 21 Nov 2006   Hits: 329   Words: 565]

222.Home Owners and House Signs by Steve Walker
As a maker of house signs it never ceases to amaze me at how few home owners consider the importance of having a decent house sign on their homes. We are told that first impressions are the most important, well consider this, the first thing a new ...
[Added: 21 Nov 2006   Hits: 257   Words: 591]

223.Living Room Decorating Ideas by Susan du Plessis
Your home is your sanctuary and you're getting tired of the boring atmosphere you're living in. The good news is that you don't have to spend all your money re-decorating your home. Here are five simple tips to ...
[Added: 21 Nov 2006   Hits: 229   Words: 343]

224.Picking the Right Power Tools by John Gault
Gas powered or charged? Cordless or corded? Makita or Milwaukee? What is the real difference between them, and do you really need to know? Of course you need to know. Besides the fact that certain power ...
[Added: 18 Nov 2006   Hits: 425   Words: 498]

225.Replacement Windows and Double-Glazing in the Home by Sarah Manners
Replacement Windows Having replacement windows fitted can both improve the appearance of your home and have a major impact on maintenance and environment of your home . Replacement window companies have provided homeowners with solutions for a host of ...
[Added: 17 Nov 2006   Hits: 355   Words: 640]

226.What are the Advantages of Plastic Pallets Over Wooden Pallets? by Danah Yousuf
Plastic pallets are becoming better known as compared to wooden ones. It is evident since plastic pallet has numerous advantages over wooden, that it's use will continue to rise. So, what are these advantages that ...
[Added: 17 Nov 2006   Hits: 347   Words: 378]

227.Choosing the Right Dinisng Table for You. by Danah Yousuf
Dining room – part of the home where we not only eat food but for many families where we connect after a long day at work or school. I associate it with socializing, potluck dinners and it has a deeper, spiritual meaning ...
[Added: 17 Nov 2006   Hits: 250   Words: 343]

228.Year Round Ceiling Fans by Groshan Fabiola
Ceiling fans can be used the whole year round. Ceiling fans are not just for cooling down a space during the summer. If you run a ceiling fan in reverse in a room with a heater or fireplace you can keep ...
[Added: 17 Nov 2006   Hits: 563   Words: 402]

229.Electric Fireplaces and Your Home by Shawn Hart
As these winter months are starting to cool the earth, your house will noticeably become colder as well. Making sure that your home stays warm and comfortable for your family and guests using your home furnace during the holidays may become a very expensive ordeal. ...
[Added: 16 Nov 2006   Hits: 371   Words: 628]

230.Perk up the Utility Factor of your Basement with a Range of Ideas for Remodeling or Finishing an Unfinished Basement by Manuel Kupka
The basement of the house is not always finished with the completion of the house. It is left for construction according to the recent spatial developments of the house. But you can make your basement ...
[Added: 15 Nov 2006   Hits: 299   Words: 521]

231.Old Windows Need Replacing by Gerry Lewis
Luckily a high percentage of aluminum which is already being heavily recycled today, can make the task of replacing windows less expensive. First of all its all but impossible to find a replacement for stock windows at your local lumber yard or home improvement. Home improvement ...
[Added: 14 Nov 2006   Hits: 297   Words: 420]

232.Plumbing System of your home makes living Easier by John Parker
Plumbing is the skilled trade of working with pipes and tubing for fluids such as water, sewage, steam and natural gas. Plumbing originated during the ancient civilizations such as Persian, Chinese, Indian and Roman civilizations as they developed public baths and needed to provide ...
[Added: 13 Nov 2006   Hits: 328   Words: 442]

233.Quartz Infrared Heaters: Don't buy That Pellet Stove Just Yet by Sam Streubel
In case you haven't heard, quartz infrared heaters are the "hot" item this heating season. Although they've been around for 20 years, homeowners are only now discovering this inexpensive heater that costs nothing to install or maintain and heats your favorite living space for only pennies a day. ...
[Added: 12 Nov 2006   Hits: 1983   Words: 386]

234.Flourescent light bulbs - What a bright idea. by Jeff King
Almost without a shadow of a doubt the best use that man has put electricity to is the creation of artificial light from light bulbs. Light bulbs brighten up our evenings and illuminate things in the dark. There are thousands of different types of light bulb available on ...
[Added: 11 Nov 2006   Hits: 206   Words: 507]

235.Wood Blinds - A drop in price. by Karen Hughes
Discount wood blinds are a really a stroke of good luck for the buyer. The prices are only 25% of what are normally charged. The discount wood blinds come in a variety of widths beginning at 2 and going to 1 inch. The finest hardwood ...
[Added: 11 Nov 2006   Hits: 214   Words: 524]

236.Bamboo 101 by bambooandhardwoodfloors.com
Bamboo is a great floor product. Its popularity as a flooring option has recently gained momentum recently, driven by the unique look and amazing durability it offers. Bamboo floors rival rock maple in strength and ...
[Added: 11 Nov 2006   Hits: 225   Words: 438]

237.Pet-Proofing Your Hardwood Floors by bambooandhardwoodfloors.com
While resilient floors are still the number one choice for homes with big, lovable pets, it does not exactly offer the beauty and value that hardwood floors can bring. Recent developments in pre-finished flooring have made the lives of millions of pet owners much easier. First to consider when ...
[Added: 11 Nov 2006   Hits: 291   Words: 660]

238.Swimming Pool Guide by James Hunaban
In essence, swimming pools are rather simple - they're just big bowls of water. They are a great antidote for the long hot days of summer. These days, swimming pools are quite common sights in people's backyards, particularly the above ground type of pool. Swimming ...
[Added: 10 Nov 2006   Hits: 315   Words: 375]

239.House Signs Materials, Your Range of Choices by Steve Walker
A house sign is a clear statement to every visitor to your home. Whether your home sports a smart contemporary house sign or a quality traditional style of house sign will be seen, in a small way at least as a reflection of the type of people you are. For ...
[Added: 10 Nov 2006   Hits: 786   Words: 962]

240.Commercial Moving - a booming industry in New York! by Amir S. Hadar
Beware of the hidden costs involved. Moving a house turns your life up and down, though for a short period. Can you imagine the level of upheaval caused when moving your office or business? Real estate ...
[Added: 10 Nov 2006   Hits: 293   Words: 1023]

241.Reducing the amount of solids and grease through Grease Traps by John Parker
Grease traps/grease interceptors are typically reservoirs, which vary in size, built into a discharge piping system a short distance from the grease producing area. Baffles in the traps slow the wastewater flow and reduce turbulence allowing the grease and water to separate. Grease ...
[Added: 10 Nov 2006   Hits: 267   Words: 529]

242.Choosing a Fireplace to Heat Your Home by Tracy
A major concern for homeowners today is the high cost of heating their home during the cold winter months. With costs for propane, electricity, and natural gas on the rise, what can a homeowner do to keep their ...
[Added: 09 Nov 2006   Hits: 283   Words: 641]

243.A Complete Guide to Blinds by Bronwen E. Roberts
Simple details like letting in natural light will increase the openness of your home . Blinds are perfect for ensuring privacy while still allowing a view of the outdoors to filter in. The perfect window dressing is ...
[Added: 09 Nov 2006   Hits: 614   Words: 796]

244.How Well Can Your Family Handle An Emergency by Ian McAllister
Do you want your family to be helpless in this world? Then you need to do everything for them, so that they have no interests and no survival ability. One man was lost for several days on the Bibulmin Track. ...
[Added: 09 Nov 2006   Hits: 531   Words: 653]

245.Choosing a Replacement Window by Rob Bernabe
When selecting a replacement window it is important to remember that the function of a window is not only to let in light. Windows have many other important functions such as controlling the flow of heat into and out of your home, making a design statement, ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 302   Words: 446]

246.A Simple Guide to Granite, the Miracle Stone for House Signs by Steve Walker
The use of granite for house signs and kitchen tops is becoming more popular, but do you really know what granite is? Granite is quite simply a type of very hard rock or stone, it is dug from the ground or ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 350   Words: 633]

247.At Last You Can Customize Your Pegboard As Much As You Want by Rutina G Palito
Customizable metal pegboard is set to revolutionise utensil storage. For forty years the limitations of fibreboard has narrowed our imagination in utensil storage. Is your utility room, garage or workshop cluttered with tools and equipment and impossible to ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 456   Words: 524]

248.History & Uses of Tiffany Lamps by Tracy
For over 100 years Tiffany lamps and lighting have been an essential part of a luxurious home décor. These stained glass lamps are from the style and design of Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848 – 1933). Louis Tiffany used his creative talents to follow his love for art, instead ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 369   Words: 329]

249.Good Things To Know About Retaining Walls by Dalvin Rumsey
The process of erosion is a very natural one, but it turned out that it was never a friend to people. The reason is that there are many times when soil is being washed off ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 402   Words: 410]

250.Good Things To Know About Concrete Staining by Dalvin Rumsey
It is a widely known fact that concrete is the prevalent floor material around most newly built houses. The reason for this is that they have large, unfinished basements and street-side garages, all of them made of concrete. The floors are usually covered with ...
[Added: 08 Nov 2006   Hits: 796   Words: 426]


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