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Building a Deck? Read This First
Building a deck can transform a backyard from a dull, open space to a fabulous oasis, an extension of your home that friends and family gravitate toward on warm-weather days. It also has the added bonus of increasing the value of your property. Total win-win. Cost The total cost of the project depends on several factors…
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6 Sharp Kitchen Knife Storage Ideas
Tossing a bunch of sharp kitchen knives into a drawer together is a less-than-ideal storage solution. If you’re looking into kitchen organization ideas, you may want to prioritize whatever keeps your kitchen safe and functional. There are plenty of efficient and creative ways to store your knives. Below are our six favorite kitchen knife storage…
Flooring
Things to Know Before You Refinish Hardwood Floors
They say that hardwood floors are like a fine wine, getting better and better with age. While that’s true, it’s only true to a certain point. Over time, hardwood floors loose that luster—they become discolored, they get scratched, they cup and crown and warp. With proper care, hardwood floors can last up to 20 years…
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20 Easy Kitchen Remodel Ideas on a Budget
Is a full-on kitchen remodel out of the question? You can still give the busiest room in your home small makeovers that pack a lot of punch. Read on for 20 kitchen remodel ideas on a budget that’ll help you modernize your outdated kitchen. Swap Out Hardware Old cabinets can get a simple and quick…
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What a Difference Kitchen Curtains Make
Lucky enough to have a window in your kitchen? We’re officially jealous. And not just because having natural light flowing in is a wonderful thing—we also love how window treatments can add a nice pop of unexpected color or a fun pattern to a kitchen, which is otherwise sort of a utility-heavy room. Read on…
Roofing
Many home construction materials are named after the places of their origin or their sources of inspiration. This is the case with Spanish tile. These tiles were manufactured in Spain centuries ago, and by the 17th century, Spain was exporting them to the Mediterranean and the rest of the known world. Spanish Tile: The Basics…
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10 Ideas for Decorating Your 3-Season Room
Is your three-season room a three-star experience? Give it a bit more pizzazz with these 10 ideas. Add some color Most three-season rooms are built in the same neutral whites and browns as the rest of the house. Shake things up by painting the walls an electric blue or a cozy yellow. You can also…
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The Benefits of a Three-Season Room
Adding a three-season room to your home allows you to bring the outdoors in and enjoy the seasons from the comfort of your home. It’ll be the perfect spot to spend time with family and friends in the spring… and the summer… and the fall! (Now we understand where they get their name.) For a relatively…