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Conservatory Design Ideas

Conservatories have glass walls and ceilings and allow, even in the colder winter months, you to feel as though you’re outdoors with all the comforts of being inside. A conservatory can thus be seen as a halfway point between your home and your garden, and it’s quite important that it blends aesthetically with both. It can be really rewarding to explore design ideas and options in order to end up with the conservatory that both fits your family’s needs and expresses your personality. ...
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Posted on April 02, 2008 07:04 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

Solar-Controlled Glass: The Basics

Solar-Controlled Glass: The Basics In the age of Global Warming we are all being constantly urged to do our bit in the battle to save the planet. Newly developed solar-controlled glass is an easy an effective way to ensure that your home is eco-friendly. Here’s how it works. Essentially, solar-controlled glass is glass that is either tinted or has been treated with a coating to restrict the amount of sun-generated infrared radiation allowed to pass through the glass. Ordinary untreated glass ...
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Posted on January 28, 2008 04:01 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

Wood flooring installation tips and common mistakes explained

Wood flooring installation tips and common mistakes explained Moisture is the number one cause of problems when it comes to installing wooden flooring. With this in mind it need not be, take the proper procedure to handle it and it will not be a problem. The problem is that a lot of flooring installers do not take this into consideration. What quite often happens is that wood flooring is delivered straight to the job site in the winter. The flooring came from a reputable supplier and the wood was stored in a climate-controlled warehouse. A ...
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Posted on February 21, 2008 06:02 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

Home Renovations

Home Renovations Home renovation tips and ideas including Kitchens, Bathrooms and Windows Any home renovation or home remodeling project can be just the thing to lift your spirits and help you stay active and fit. Most DIY home renovation projects start with good intentions and end in a mess – this is hardly spiritually lifting. Taking some time to learn about the types of home renovation projects you want to try is the best way to start. Ask yourself these questions before you start you DIY home renovations proje ...
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Posted on February 12, 2008 11:02 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

Exterior House and Shutter Colors

Exterior House and Shutter Colors Most homeowners one day face the inevitable task of repainting their home. The project is plagued by substantial cost, time, planning, and labor. One silver lining to such an obligation is the ability to modify house colors. This decision, however, may seem just as burdensome as the actual labor. Complementary primary, secondary, and accent colors usually need to be selected. Fortunately, professional color schemes have been developed by major paint manufacturers offering exterior grade paints. Millions of dolla ...
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Posted on December 07, 2007 02:12 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

Water damage restoration by 911restoration.com

Type Your Information Here! Learn what to do and what not to do on water, fire and smoke damage If you’re in the midst of a water, fire or smoke disaster, know that 911 Restoration will be there when you call 1-888-243-6653 or online at www.911restoration.com. In the meantime, here are some ways to mitigate the damage yourself. What to do if you ever have water damage: If the outside temperature is above 60 degrees, use dehumidifiers if available. Use fans to circulate the air and assist ...
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Posted on October 31, 2007 05:10 | (DIY) Do-It-Yourself

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