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Decks
The Basics of Designing a Backyard Deck
The luxury of outdoor living space is one of the biggest perks to owning or living in a house versus multi-unit housing like apartments and condos. Outdoor space is great for hosting get-togethers and parties, or even just retreating to a hammock with a book for a couple hours of solitary relaxation. Yard space also…
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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…
Flooring
Although you may not be familiar with carpet tiles, you’ve likely trod on them if you’ve set foot in schools, airports, and banks. They’ve been around for decades, and although they’re typically used for commercial flooring, they’ve been gaining popularity with residential homeowners over the past few years through brands like FLOR and even CB2.…
Kitchen
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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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…
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The Many Benefits of a Four-Season Sunroom
Similar to a porch, a four-season sunroom can either connect to the structure of a house or be freestanding (detached). What differentiates sunrooms from other kinds of structures are the many windows, rather than screens. A sunroom lets you comfortably stay indoors, possibly with your central air conditioning and heat, while still enjoying the outdoors and…
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Want to Build a Stone Patio? Here’s How
Patios are a very practical way to expand your living space and have a place to entertain or just hang out and enjoy the nice weather. If you have been planning to add a patio to your backyard, take a look at how you can do this with confidence. Check the area where you plan…