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One of the Best Kept Secrets in the Cleaning Industry
When your son or daughter draws on the walls with crayons, you drop a bowl of spaghetti on the floor sending sauce flying everywhere, or you finally get tired of the mildew stains in the shower, what do you do? Most people run to the cupboard and grab paper towels and the cleaner they feel is most appropriate, then are left frustrated when the stain doesn’t come out.
Sep 16, 2005, 00:15
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Intelligent Appliances Coming Soon to a Home Near You
Twenty years ago, the idea of a world where machines did most of the work, leaving you with more leisure time, was an extraordinary concept. Technology that cut down so much work that we’d actually have time on our hands was an idea meant solely for the Jetsons. Back then, homeowners may have considered dishwashers and lawn mowers as technologically advanced as they could ever get.
The future is now. Today intelligent products for the home are emerging everywhere, turning the world into a place where George Jetson himself would feel right at home. From faucets to fridges, to home heating and cooling systems, intelligent products are rapidly infiltrating the market. You can find a whole new line of home appliances that may have a higher IQ than you do!
Sep 16, 2005, 00:11
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Selecting the Best Type of Replacement Window for Your Home
So you’ve decided to replace your rotted, leaky windows. That decision was relatively easy considering new windows provide returns through energy cost savings and even greater returns in an increased home value. You’ve made a wise decision.
Sep 16, 2005, 00:06
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The Paint Professional’s Guide to Exterior Painting
After a long winter and temperamental spring, the summer season has arrived and offers a great opportunity for tackling exterior painting before hosting those backyard barbeques and summer get-togethers. Whether your homes’ trim needs a pick-me-up or the whole house needs a makeover, ICI Paints, international provider and innovator of world-class paint brands such as “This Old House” paint, offers these tips for getting started before you pick up the brush.
Sep 16, 2005, 00:03
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Five Reasons Why Your Home Needs New Siding
It’s not too late for homeowners to evaluate their home this year and make it more energy efficient. While a barrel of oil is at an all-time high and natural gas prices nearly doubled, homeowners should take action to save money and make their home more beautiful.
Sep 16, 2005, 00:00
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Corrosion, Low Water Flow Top Reasons to Repipe Home
Plumbing systems don’t typically fail overnight. Rather, failure is often a long, gradual process of corrosion and scale forming inside and around copper pipes that run throughout the home. But while corrosion and resulting pinhole leaks can strike year-round, problems with scale buildup tend to be more noticeable during the warm weather when water consumption is at its peak.
Activities such as watering the garden, washing the family car or filling the kids’ swimming pool require extended periods of water usage.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:58
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New Three-in-one Product Makes it Easier to Hit the Deck
Spring showers might have brought summer flowers, but odds are the raindrops haven't been beading on the surface of most decks. Studies show that nearly 40 million American homes have wood decks, yet only 25 percent of those decks are stained and sealed each year. So, why aren’t homeowners protecting their decks from harsh weather and the wear and tear of regular use? According to recent research conducted by ICI Paints, many avoid the task because of the immense amount of time and labor involved.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:54
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Inventor Helps Homeowners Avoid the Hassle and Danger of Cleaning Clogged Gutters
It all started with bird nests. After returning time and again to replace or repair gutter cover devices that did not prevent birds from constructing nests and clogging gutters, Tony Iannelli, president of Gutter Topper, LTD, decided to “build a better mousetrap,” and create a new product that would end the need for seasonal gutter cleaning.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:52
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Outdoor Painting Made Easy
Is your home’s exterior a bit worse for the wear after winter’s onslaught of snow, ice and wind? Or perhaps it just needs a little freshening up to welcome the new season. Either way, it pays to invest in tools that will help you do a professional job, and get it done quickly so you can enjoy the fruits of your labors.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:48
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Paint the Town Red, Orange and Even Yellow 2005 Color Tips
You’ve watched every home improvement television show under the sun, carefully studied the trends, spent too much money on new rugs, and you still do not like your living room even with that fabulous mood lighting. Fret no more -- salvation can come in the form of creative paint remedies. With the help of CertaPro Painters, Paint Quality Institute (PQI) and Sherwin Williams, selecting a paint color needn’t be intimidating but stimulating.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:44
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Material Possessions: How to Add Style and Texture to Your Bathroom
We are definitely living in a material world, especially when it comes to design. Materials -- wood, glass, porcelain, ceramic, concrete, stone, steel, laminate, rubber, plastic or cork -- fill our homes with color, texture and style. With more materials available to home remodelers and decorators, it’s important to understand how, when and where to use them. In design, the form and function of materials isn’t immaterial. Nowhere is this truer than in the bathroom, where everything has to work hard and last.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:40
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Eliminating Faucet Fear Do-It-Yourself Tips for Easy Faucet Installation
Don’t be afraid. Put down the remote and walk away from the TV. Yes, they make installing a kitchen faucet look so easy, but even the average “DIYer” can tackle this project. According to Gary Pember, director of wholesale marketing for Moen Incorporated, “Replacing your faucet is one of the quickest and easiest ways to give your kitchen a style upgrade.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:35
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A Loo that Says "You" How to Incorporate Personal Style into Your Bathroom Décor
After years of fashion experimentation, fitting rooms, and perhaps some dubious lapses in judgment, most of us have developed a unique personal style -- we know what works for us. But when it comes to decorating our homes, particularly our bathrooms, style preferences can be harder to pin down.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:32
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Two Minute DIY Solution for an Invigorating Shower
Homeowners usually target the bathroom when they set out to spruce the home up, according to a survey by Kitchen and Bath Business magazine. Bathroom improvements offer a dramatic return on the investment, especially when they are handled as do-it-yourself projects. A conspicuous improvement for minimal cost is to correct the showerhead that has lost half its showering capacity because of hard-water scale deposits that clog the holes. Thousands of showerheads are replaced each year when a quick cleaning would restore them to like-new performance.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:26
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Unleash a Flood of Possibilities When You Update Your Bathroom
The bathrooms in our home can be one of the most noticeably outdated rooms in the house. That pretty pink tile that’s cracked beyond repair. The faucet that shines a bright shiny brass, yet showcases some nice green tarnish spots. And, the tiny, neglected showerhead that has residue build-up in it from 1972. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could make some simple, yet noticeable updates to your bathroom without much pain and suffering? Starting in the shower may be the way to go.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:19
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Demand for Composite Decking on the Rise
Few products have had such a dramatic effect on the home improvement industry as composite decking over the last few years. With few exceptions, building products generally change very little from year to year. So when the demand for any new product exceeds double-digit growth, everyone in the industry wants a piece of the action. The result has been a number of manufacturers rushing to introduce a variety of new products. Homeowners are understandably confused about which one is right for their home.
Sep 15, 2005, 23:16
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Get a Grip on Bathroom Storage to Clean Up Your Clutter
Have you been bitten by the organizing bug? Are you constantly searching for new spots in your home for storage? If so, you’re not alone. Suddenly, organizing your home spaces is “in” and there are entire television shows, magazines and stores devoted to helping homeowners clean up their act.
Sep 15, 2005, 00:38
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The Perfect Shower Every Time Choose the Style That’s Right for You
Ahh, the shower. It can wake you up, soothe your senses or relax your body -- and it starts the minute you step into the water. But, do you prefer a powerful spray, a gentle rainshower or a pulsating massage? With so many options to choose from, today’s showers do more than get you clean.
"It's about physical well-being and a pleasant experience," says Gary Pember, director of wholesale marketing for Moen Incorporated. “Personalizing your shower to meet your needs will give you that experience every time. Being good to yourself is a great reason to customize your shower.
Sep 13, 2005, 23:44
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Turn Underutilized Space into a Recreation Room, Home Office or Extra Bedroom
Attics and bonus rooms lurk in the darkness in many homes. But with the additional natural light and fresh air skylights and roof windows provide, underutilized, gloomy space easily becomes a playroom for children, a recreation room or an inviting, productive work area.
Sep 13, 2005, 23:29
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Take the Chore Out of Doing Laundry with a Well-designed Utility Room Add Life and Organization to One of the Most Used Rooms in Your Home
Laundry. It’s a never-ending chore; but today’s laundry rooms are making this mundane task more efficient and convenient. Rising from the basement to the first -- and even second floors -- these rooms are being transformed into multi-purpose centers where homeowners not only have room to store cleaning and pet supplies but also have space for craft and sewing projects. Learn how storage and small details can make your laundry room more useful.
Sep 13, 2005, 23:26
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Small Home Improvement Fix Ups can Help Avert Big Winter Woes Timely Tips To Help Prepare Your Home For Winter
With winter quickly approaching, most homeowners are painfully aware of the preparation work that needs to be done before the cold weather arrives. From painting to weatherproofing to putting in storm windows and organizing the garage, there are plenty of challenging home improvement projects to tackle before winter settles in.
But there’s no need to panic just yet.
Sep 13, 2005, 23:13
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Hidden Dangers to Address When Building Your New Home
When building our new homes, we focus most on the aesthetics -- the size of the bedroom, the color of the walls, the countertop materials. But there are other more important and often ignored structural aspects that need to be addressed first, in order to build homes that are strong, durable and well-protected. According to Consumer Reports, an estimated 15 percent of all new homes have serious structural defects and damages that homeowners don’t discover until months or even years after they move in.
Sep 13, 2005, 22:38
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Proper Install Improves It All
Fall’s seasonable temperatures offer a great opportunity to help get your home ready for the rigors of winter. Spend a few weekends winterizing your home now and you’ll reap the benefits of lower energy bills and a highly efficient home no matter what the season.
Sep 13, 2005, 22:37
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When You Remodel Your Home, Don’t Forget to Upgrade Your Homeowner’s Insurance Policy
Home remodels are a smart move: they help keep your house up-to-date and comfortable, while further increasing the value of your house and property. But when the job is done, don't just sit back and admire the work. Pick up the phone, call your agent and increase the amount of insurance you carry on your home.
The U.S. Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce reports that expenditures for improvements and repairs of residential properties in 2004 were estimated at $198.6 billion.
Sep 13, 2005, 22:22
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How to Lose 40 Pounds…Around Your House
The average American home collects up to 40 pounds of dust each year. That extra weight's not just unsightly-an ounce of dust can house 42,000 mites with as many as 15 different species. In fact, after two years, 10 percent of the weight of a pillow is dead dust mites, and a 9'x12' carpet can collect an average of about 10 pounds of dust per year. But the good news is the average person can burn up to 300 calories from general housekeeping, so check out the tips below and keep yourself and your house lean and clean!
Sep 8, 2005, 20:08
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Make Your Next Paint Job Look Better And Last Longer
Want to make your next paint job look better and last longer? Do what professional painters do: Use one coat of tinted primer and one coat of paint instead of two coats of paint. Here's why: • Primers are much richer in resin than ordinary paint, which gives them the ability to provide a better base for the second coat. If you tint your primer toward the color of your finish coat, you get all the benefits of priming, without adding an extra step.
Sep 8, 2005, 20:03
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Tropical vs. North American Hardwoods
DEAR DR. MOORE: I'm planning to install hardwood flooring throughout my house and I want to make an environmentally friendly choice. Should I avoid hardwoods from the tropics?
Sep 8, 2005, 19:58
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How to Reroof Your Home with Style, Success
It costs an estimated $5,000 to $15,000 to reroof the typical American home. So, whether reroofing or building new, preparation is essential to ensuring your home gets the high-performance roof it deserves without incurring additional costs along the way. Here's what you should know about choosing a design, material and installer for your roof.
Sep 8, 2005, 19:53
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Hardwood Floor Lovers Breathe Easier
Many homeowners would love to enjoy the stunning beauty of a newly refinished hardwood floor-if only it wasn't for all the dust generated by the finishing process. Fortunately, today's homeowners can breathe a lot easier-literally-when deciding to restore their floors' beauty. New dust containment technology can eliminate airborne dust previously associated with sanding and refinishing wood floors.
Sep 8, 2005, 19:50
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Delightful Deck Ideas
Decks are an important part of a homeowner's everyday lifestyle and an indispensable part of every home. They allow people to add an extra outdoor room without the price of time and energy. Deck maintenance can be quite a hassle and very time-consuming. Because people have busy schedules that do not allow for proper maintenance of outdoor living spaces, the look and feel of a deck deteriorates over time...until now.
Sep 8, 2005, 19:48
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Clean, Restore, Beautify And Protect Your Deck in Just One Day!
Have the long months of winter taken a toll on your deck? Is it dirty, mildew-stained, gray or weathered? Don't worry. It's easy to clean, restore, beautify and protect your deck in just one day! Just follow these simple steps from the experts at Wolman® Wood Care Products: In the Morning-Clean & Restore: Clean away dirt and gray weathered wood with an acid-free, biodegradable deck cleaner, like Wolman DeckBrite®.
Sep 8, 2005, 19:45
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Pressure Washers Are The Next Big Toy For Do-It-Yourselfers
The fastest-growing tool category for homeowners may surprise you. That tool is the highly adaptable pressure washer.
Versatility is probably the most appealing aspect of this useful tool, which can tackle a wide array of cleaning tasks, including: Driveways, sidewalks, patios, pathways, decks and fences, Home exteriors...
Sep 8, 2005, 19:42
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Shortcuts For Sprucing Up Your Home
It can be easy to spruce up your home-and keep costs from going through the roof. Try these tips: Water Stains If wet weather left its mark on your walls, follow these quick steps to repair the damage.
Sep 8, 2005, 19:37
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Preventing Water Damage
Household water damage can cause a flood of problems and high repair costs. Fortunately, some of the most common problems are preventable, says the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS).
Sep 8, 2005, 19:35
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Choosing A Safe Contractor
Working with the right handyman may not only help you get your home improvement job done faster, it could help keep your family safe as well. "Aside from family and friends, the people invited into our homes most often are the people we hire to work around the house. So it is imperative that homeowners take measures to ensure they only invite reputable, respected contractors into their homes," says Keith Hahn, chief operating officer of Handyman Connection, a national network of home improvement and repair contractors.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:57
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What You Should Know To Keep Fasteners From Corroding
Buying the right type of fastener for your backyard deck, gazebo, swing set, or fence-building project can not only help these projects last longer, but can keep the people who use them safer. That's because the wrong fastener-one that corrodes easily-can weaken an entire structure. New developments in pressure-treated lumber are making the selection of fasteners more important than ever.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:51
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The Home Doctor Will See You Now
The Home Doctor offers answers on several building questions. Q: Lately I've been hearing a lot about roofing shingles that are impact resistant. What exactly does this mean and can this feature really make a difference in durability? Are other products available that offer impact resistance?
Sep 8, 2005, 18:45
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Don't Concede To Condensation
That wet mist that sometimes clouds the interior glass on your home's windows could be the first warning sign that your home is retaining too much moisture. Even if your home doesn't actually feel damp, excess moisture can do damage in unseen places. Condensation is the tip-off.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:41
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Tips On Eliminating Mold In Your Home
If you're ever worried about mold in your home, you have lots of company. In a recent survey by CertainTeed Corporation, 55 percent of the respondents expressed the same concern.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:39
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Cladding For Curb Appeal? Consider Fiber Cement
It may just be the best-kept secret in home building and remodeling, even though it's almost 100 years old.
Developed in Europe in the 1900s, fiber cement siding is a mix of cement, sand and other additives that form a durable siding material. Perfected over the years, fiber cement siding has grown in popularity and now has many consumers asking why they should consider cladding their home in the material.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:14
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Shut The Door On High Home Maintenance Costs
pring cleaning, spring gardening and spring remodeling projects can all give homes a new look for summer. As you open your windows and doors this spring for warmer weather, you may find that your patio door isn't performing like it used to. Finding the perfect new door, whether it's for a remodeling project or a newly constructed home, is an important step in increasing the value and minimizing the maintenance of your home.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:13
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Taking A Look At Windows
Improving a home's windows may help shut the door on high energy bills-and improve your family's bill of health. That's because the right windows not only curb energy loss, they help limit indoor air pollutants as well.
For instance, contractors say certain windows help cut down on indoor mold growth by allowing homeowners to maintain recommended humidity levels without window condensation. Excessive condensation often leads to unhealthy mold growth on the sills and deep inside a home's framework structure.
Sep 8, 2005, 18:08
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Into The Great Outdoors With Composite Decking
eople looking to create a little more room at home are extending their living space beyond walls and into the great outdoors by adding a deck. It's more affordable than building a new room, plus modern materials are making decks more livable than ever. Composite decks have hit the home scene in a big way. Compared to wood, composites provide desired design flexibility with a host of additional benefits. In fact, composites are rapidly replacing wood as homeowners' preferred deck material.
Sep 8, 2005, 17:30
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Homeowners Enjoy Expanded Outdoor Space
Homeowners have discovered that one of the simplest ways to expand a home's square footage is to take it outside. Adding a deck also provides the best financial return on investment in a home-letting homeowners recoup between 70 and 100 percent of their deck costs when the home is sold.
When choosing decking material, consider the climate, taking into account such factors as humidity and temperature. Traditional decks consist of natural wood, which needs to be annually maintained by the homeowner. Every year, three million decks are replaced or repaired due to poor maintenance, with each bill exceeding $500.
Sep 8, 2005, 17:27
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Home Improvement Gets Reality Check
Americans, with shows that focus on fixing up houses being among the most popular. Noting the home makeover reality TV trend, a survey queried consumers about their current digs. A whopping 85 percent said they have done or plan to do a home improvement project in the next 12 months.
Sep 8, 2005, 17:04
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Clever Ways To Refresh Your Address
There's an issue hotly debated in America's homes and it's not politics, money or in-laws -it's about paint. According to a new survey, more than half of couples redecorating a room disagree about paint color. "In my experience, the one thing men and women consistently disagree about is the color of the walls," said Lee Snijders, host of HGTV's "Design on a Dime." "Someone's color choice reflects their taste and personality and is often the most difficult decision in home improvement projects."
Sep 8, 2005, 17:02
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The Home Doctor Is In
The Home Doctor has the answers to common building questions. Q: I've had a hard time with my wood-clad house. As I begin building a new home for the first time, is there any siding that looks like wood, yet can weather the storm so I don't have to worry about its paint peeling or it falling off in high winds?
Sep 8, 2005, 16:57
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Hacksaw Hints
The right tool can help do-it-yourselfers keep simple jobs from turning into big projects. Here's a look at ways to use a new kind of four-in-one hacksaw to make a variety of cuts. The tool, called the Nicholson® Pro Series 4-in-1 hacksaw, also has magnetic blade storage in its frame for the extra blade used in the jab saw configuration.
Sep 8, 2005, 16:55
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Value Underfoot: Home Sellers Put Their Money Where Their Feet Are
Value is the number one buzzword for anyone planning to place a home on the market. And with nearly 22 million households moving every year, according to the National Postal Service, a large percentage of Americans are striving to make top dollar from home sales. In fact, a recent survey by the Home Improvement Research Institute found that 40 percent of people who sell a home first make improvements to prepare for the sale.
Sep 8, 2005, 16:20
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Renewing Tiled Rooms
One of the best-and least expensive-ways to renew the look of your bathroom, kitchen or other rooms with indoor tile is to regrout your tile. Cement-based tile grout tends to collect dirt, grime and stains faster than other areas on the floor or walls, making it look dingy and worn-out-not to mention hard to clean.
Sep 8, 2005, 15:14
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Get A "Grip" On Dark Paint Colors With Grey-Tinted Primers
When the crimson rose paint ends up drying to look more like carnation pink, do-it-yourselfers need to consider what lies beneath. Primers specifically developed for use under dark or vibrant paints-such as the new Glidden Gripper® Grey-prime surfaces in shades of grey to create a better foundation that enhances the true richness of today's most popular topcoat colors.
Sep 8, 2005, 15:06
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Hand Tool That Gets Applause
Here's something saw users can sink their teeth into. A hacksaw that features two blades and a frame that can be configured in four distinct ways: one for general use, another for making flush cuts, a third for work in tight spaces and a fourth for making a variety of inside cuts as a sturdy jab saw.
Sep 8, 2005, 14:40
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Ideas Flow With Divided Sinks And Pullout Faucets
When it comes to assessing the functionality and available workspace of a kitchen, most people look at everything but the kitchen sink. However, thanks to new design innovations, sinks are now starting to add to the room's versatility, instead of subtracting from it. For example, some models are equipped with accessories like soap dispensers-which eliminate the need to keep a bottle of soap on the counter-and integral cutting boards, which give cooks additional space for meal preparation.
Sep 8, 2005, 14:09
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Fire Safety: A Hot Topic For Homes
When homeowners consider ways to protect their home and family, fire safety should be a major concern. One of the best ways to protect loved ones during a fire is by having a complete fire safety plan, beginning with an early warning from effective, reliable smoke alarms. Recent studies from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) show that nearly 100 million American homes either don't have alarms that are interconnected, or are underprotected from fire.
Sep 8, 2005, 14:00
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Paint Your Home To Showcase Your Personality
What do the color of your eyes, a love of the English countryside and the smell of freshly peeled oranges have to do with the colors of your home? According to some home decor experts, practically everything. A new paint and color design system, created by Pittsburgh Paints, is driven by an innovative color evaluation tool, connects an individual's personality, style and interests with contemporary trends to reveal a personal color palette.
Sep 8, 2005, 13:58
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Throw Another Blanket On This Summer To Stay Cool And Save Money
Is your power bill soaring faster than the summer temperatures? The solution is simple-throw on another blanket-of fiberglass insulation. The same product that keeps you warm in the winter keeps you cool in the summer by slowing heat from entering the home. And, according to the Department of Energy (DOE), by using a few inexpensive energy-efficient measures, you can reduce energy bills by 10 to 50 percent and, at the same time, help reduce air pollution.
Sep 8, 2005, 13:52
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The Easiest Way To Get The Job Done
The first step in any do-it-yourself project may be to get some advice from the experts. Professionals have learned the hard way how to make home improvement jobs easier and more efficient. Here are some tips that may help you get the job done:
Sep 8, 2005, 01:05
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Water Damage Rarely A Do-It-Yourself Project
Handling a water emergency is usually not a do-it-yourself project. Despite the best intentions, do-it-yourselfers can make some surprisingly costly mistakes when coping with water damage. These problems are exacerbated by today's new energy-efficient homes that trap moisture inside, more easily leading to mold and other problems.
Water in your home can come from a variety of problems caused by heavy rainstorms, leaky roofs, malfunctioning sump pumps, burst pipes, problem toilets or faulty washing machine hoses.
Sep 8, 2005, 01:00
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Go Ductless For Cool Comfort
Air conditioning can do more than just make you more comfortable; it can improve your life as well. Studies have shown that cooling the air around you can lower your stress and frustration, especially during the hot summer months. The most common central air-conditioning system needs two parts-an inside evaporator unit and an outside condenser unit.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:58
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Home Makeovers That Won't Break The Bank
Giving yourself a new home-at the old address-may be a lot easier than you realize. Countless projects don't even require a hammer. "People today have the confidence and passion to tackle projects on their own. A few simple fix-ups can really enhance the way someone feels about their home," said Lou Manfredini, known as Mr. Fix-It on the "TODAY Show" and author of the book "House Smarts."
Sep 8, 2005, 00:44
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Lead-Based Paint Still A Health Hazard
DEAR DR. MOORE:
I own a character home and want to sand the floors and trim to their original wood state. Should I be concerned about lead-based paint?
Sep 8, 2005, 00:39
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A Smoother Approach To Painting Projects
When asked to list the benefits of latex paint, many homeowners are likely to say it's nearly odorless, quick drying, durable and cleanup is easy. Spray paint has its benefits as well, most notably for smooth surfaces such as garage doors and exterior metal doors. Experts say using a roller or brush on surfaces can leave an undesirable finish.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:36
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Fire Safety At Home And On The Road
Most Americans say they are prepared for a fire emergency at home. However, a recent study found you may be more likely to encounter a fire away from your house than in it. Work-related fires, fires experienced in transit and other away-from-home situations occur every day-and like home fires, the key to escaping these fires lies in preparedness. Fortunately, that's a lesson not lost on many people who endure such emergencies.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:31
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Checking On Your Home's Heating And Cooling System
Your home's heating and cooling system is a significant investment that will contribute to your comfort for many years. You can protect that investment by having it regularly serviced by a knowledgeable, NATE-certified technician.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:29
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How To Prevent The Idea Of Installing Tiles From "Flooring" You
A new floor can modernize any room and give it a whole new look. "A do-it-yourself project that involves setting new tiles can be fun, not fearful," according to John Vacher, flooring expert at The Home Depot®. "There's a wide range of new tile designs that fit into a variety of décor themes. And, there are innovative products that make installing a new tile floor or removing old tile easier than ever."
Sep 8, 2005, 00:25
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Defeating Your Home's Tiniest Enemy- Drywood Termites
There's a tiny enemy that can infiltrate the wood in your home and, if unchecked, damage the structural integrity beyond repair. There are two basic types of termites-subterranean and drywood-and they team up to cause $5 billion in property damages annually.1 While the majority of damage is caused by subterranean termites, drywood termites in the southern and coastal regions of the U.S., primarily Florida, California and Hawaii, are of particular concern.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:22
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A Beautiful Home Begins On The Outside
Mold and mildew can make the exterior of your home look dirty and unattractive-and if left unchecked, they can damage paint, wood and siding. Unfortunately, removing mildew used to mean countless hours of scrubbing or power washing, only to have it return the next year. Now those days are gone.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:20
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The Look Of Brick Without The High Cost
Building walkways through your yard can be a great way to improve the overall look of your home and garden. Compared to installing new bricks, homeowners can save $50 and more-depending on the walkway's length-by using molds designed to form concrete into the look of brick, block or stone accents. According to HGTV, the average price of new brick is about 75 cents per piece, turning a simple project into an expensive one.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:04
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Be Open To Replacement Window Ideas
If you have an open mind when it comes to home improvement, here's some news to get you excited about your next remodeling project. You now have a full range of window replacement options at your disposal. "With continued advances in technology and product design, the entire replacement process has moved well beyond what it once was," explains Lou Manfredini, a home improvement expert for NBC-TV's "Today Show" and host of a call-in radio show on WGN-AM in Chicago.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:02
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Do-It-Yourselfers Want To Play It Safe
Increasingly, do-it-yourselfers (DIYers) are finding it difficult to mask their concerns when it comes to safety.
Recently, more than half of those who participated in a survey rated safety as more important than even the end result of a DIY project. That may explain why an overwhelming number of these respondents said they or a family member had worn some type of protective apparel, such as a mask, when undertaking home improvement projects, yard or automotive work.
Sep 8, 2005, 00:00
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Planning Your Next Medicine Cabinet Makeover
Experts say there's one area of the home that's often neglected when it's time for a major updating-the home medicine cabinet. Yet with more than 300,000 over-the-counter medicines available, how do you know what should be in your medicine cabinet and what shouldn't? Dr. Donnica Moore, a leading women's health expert, columnist and TV personality, offers the following tips on what to have on hand and how to organize your in-home pharmacy so what you need is readily available when you need it.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:55
Home Improvements
An Innovative Approach To Lattice
Homeowners who want to enhance the appearance and curb appeal of a home often look to lattice. Lattice is an inexpensive product that adds style and privacy to outdoor projects without blocking airflow or creating confined spaces. The problem with traditional wooden lattice is its tendency to split, rot and discolor.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:53
Home Improvements
Tips For A Professional Paint Job
Ask professional painters how they get consistently beautiful results every time and you'll get one consistent answer: First prime, then paint. In fact, research shows that one coat of tinted primer and one coat of paint will give you a better looking, longer lasting paint job than two coats of paint.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:50
Home Improvements
Home Improvement Timesavers
Like many people with lots of home repair and improvement projects to tackle, you probably have other things you would prefer to do. James and Morris Carey, hosts of the nationally syndicated "On the House" radio show, share a few shortcuts to get those jobs done quickly and easily so you can maximize your leisure time:
Sep 7, 2005, 23:29
Home Improvements
Understanding Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood floors can add style and flair to most any room in the home. But the number of hardwood materials available can sometimes cause homeowners confusion. Fortunately, there's no reason to be floored by all your options. Here's an explanation.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:24
Home Improvements
Keep Kitchens And Baths Looking New Longer With Paint
With the current line-up of home improvement shows on TV, it is evident that home decorating remains a hot topic. As homeowners are continually searching for ways to increase the value of their home through DIY projects, one quick and easy way they can achieve this goal is by turning their attention to kitchens and bathrooms. By remodeling these rooms in a home, homeowners can easily maximize their return on investment (ROI).
Sep 7, 2005, 23:13
Home Improvements
Take A Shortcut To The Border
Looking for a quick, easy, inexpensive way to add a little pizzazz to your wall décor? Add a wallpaper border!
Borders are available in lots of different styles and colors-from whimsical borders for kids' rooms to borders that can add style and character to any room in your home. And, thanks to new products specifically formulated for today's prepasted borders, they're easier to hang then ever before!
Sep 7, 2005, 23:11
Home Improvements
Turning Up The Volume On The Home Rehab Trend
For some, a home in need of repair and rehabilitation represents a chance to become a first-time homebuyer.
However, for others, such a home represents a business opportunity in the growing $130 billion home remodeling industry. Experts say rehabbers often help first-time homebuyers realize their dream of owning a home in a market full of skyrocketing prices.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:08
Home Improvements
Budget-Wise Bathroom Facelifts
Tired of your bathroom but can't spend a fortune on remodeling? Good news! There's a variety of simple, budget-conscious things that homeowners can do to customize the space, making it personal and unique. From painting the walls your favorite color to replacing a shower curtain with a sleek shower door, the possibilities are endless.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:04
Home Improvements
Where There's Moisture, There's Mold
With mold's biggest ally being water, the best way to make war on mold is to not let it get out of control. Mold could be caused by a burst pipe, leaking roof, faulty plumbing, even heavy rain or high humidity. When it gets out of control, the best thing to do is call a certified professional. Mold can grow almost anywhere, even beneath the surface of a wall. That type of mold growth is worse than that visible to the eye.
Sep 7, 2005, 23:00
Home Improvements
Regular Maintenance Ensures Home Comfort
Here's news that won't get you hot under the collar. Regardless of the age of your furnace or heat pump, you can improve its performance with a few simple maintenance tasks.
Sep 7, 2005, 22:58
Home Improvements
Clean Up Your Old Bathtub Before Replacing It
If you have an older home, you may be considering ripping out and replacing the tile and plumbing fixtures. People often replace them because they have many years’ build up of dinge or minor blemishes and they don’t think they’ll ever get clean again.
Feb 6, 2005, 22:50
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