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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…
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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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Versatility with Stainless Steel Backsplashes
For any professional chef, there is a certain pleasure derived from seeing a commercial kitchen with all its sleek stainless steel surfaces. Many modern home kitchens are including more major appliances in this easy-to-clean material. Simple soap and water or a bleach solution followed up with a stainless polish that sprays on and wipes down with…
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A sunroom is a blessing that allows you to absorb the lovely rays of the sun and to warm your home and your heart from the inside out. Whether you have just built a sunroom into your home or you’ve moved into a house with a sunroom, take a moment to consider what you can…
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There’s nothing quite like a sun-soaked space to enhance energy, productivity, creativity, and overall well-being. Build yourself and your family a sunroom for all seasons—a place where the outdoors can be enjoyed year round. Whether you’re thinking about a porch sunroom, screened-in patio sunroom, or an entire addition, you can easily extend the existing heating…
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The 5 Qualities of a Perfect Kitchen Island
They’re a gathering place, a homework space, and a spot to serve up your perfect souffle. Kitchen islands are all about functionality and flexibility, and they can make a kitchen feel cohesive. While some home projects take months, an island is a nearly instant addition that can totally transform the space. Picking the right island…