Category: Home Improvement
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4 Tips to Consider When Planning Outdoor Spaces
It’s not very difficult for one to create lovely outdoor spaces once they get the basics right. With some of these simple tips, it will be easy to use the space that you do have to the best of your ability. That said, here are 5 things for homeowners to think about as they begin…
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Portable and fixed air conditioners distinguished
Written by MovinCool Most people are unaware that air conditioning units actually come in different types and sizes. For starters, did you know that there are actually Portable cooling as well as fixed air conditioning units? The difference here, as you might have pointed out, is that one is permanently fixed on a wall or…
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Dispelling Myths About Portable Air Conditioning
Written by: Movin Cool Portable air units are good for job sites and server rooms, but homes can use them too. These units provide a burst of cool air into a space, with the added convenience of portability. Some setup is required to properly vent the warm air from your room, but these units can…
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How to Steer Clear of Remodeling Hazards
Whether your home renovation project is kitchen remodeling or bathroom remodeling, there are hidden dangers that need to be avoided. Taking simple precautions can alleviate most of these concerns, so basic self-education in the remodeling process should be highly valued. Lead in the Paint Older homes tend to be full of lead paint that can…
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Make Your Interior Unique
By EZ Floor Heat Everyone wants a house they’ll be glad to call home. And there are a number of things that go along with that. In fact, they’re a bit different for each person. However, for many, the right home is also one that stands out. It means having a place that’s unique from…
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Flipping the Seat Cushion and Other Spine Healthy Tips
Written by: The Foam Factory There is a common misconception that flipping seat cushions takes pressure off the spinal cord. It is not possible to take all the weight off the spine, but what you can do is distribute it evenly. Most spinal cord injuries are brought about by poor posture when seated; this often…
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Choosing Your Investments Wisely
Bamboo shoots are derived from universally abundant bamboo plant scattered across the globe. Bamboo, contrary to what people think, is actually a grass and not a tree. This makes bamboo easy to harvest multiple times over as it may be harvested from the same stalk, unlike its wooden counterparts that have to be replanted…
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Putting In A New Floor
Normal hardwood floors are usually glued on to the concrete sub-floor of your house or nailed onto existing wooden sub-floors in your home. Quality bamboo flooring is also installed in a similar way. Usually bamboo flooring is sold as planks of bamboo which could be made of several flattened sheets of bamboo pressed together…
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The Importance of Wine Cellar Doors
If you are a serious wine connoisseur, chances are that you have a wine cellar to store your collection of vintages. You wine cellar is more than just a storage unit for bottles of wine — it’s a way to showcase your love of fine wines along with keeping your valuable collection safe and secure.…
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8 Steps to Minimizing Water Damage
While the rainy season brings with it the romance of light showers and a sense of relaxation, too much of it can be a bad thing. This could lead to flooded floor drains and wet basements that you can do without, and which turn your home or business into a complete mess. So, here are…