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10 Ways to Decorate With Ornaments Other Than On Your Christmas Tree
Bah humbug! It’s Christmas and you’re stuck with the same old ratty decorations from the year before…and the year before that…and—well, you get the idea. The holidays are a time for tradition, but when that tradition includes propping up a ragged reindeer with only two legs and one antler, it’s time to start rethinking convention.…
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18 Christmas Tree Safety Tips for Family, Pets, and the Home
If someday a movie comes out in theaters titled The Killer Christmas Tree, don’t assume it’s a slapstick comedy. The thing is, Christmas trees really can kill—and not by falling on top of you at the lot or farm, but in a tragically easy way—by causing a fire to engulf your home. While burn fatalities…
Flooring
Vinyl and linoleum are similar flooring products. Both are easy to clean, fairly inexpensive, and easy to install or have installed. There are some differences in the material, maintenance, appearance, and installation that consumers should be aware of before committing to a purchase. Here is what you should know about linoleum vs vinyl. Materials: What…
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Thinking of switching up your home’s interior design? Well, your décor options are definitely looking up! A new ceiling can do great things for a room’s ambiance, seriously affecting the overall spaciousness, lighting, and general appearance. In fact, it may even increase the value of your home, if you play your cards right. And perhaps…
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Innovative Laundry Room Addition Ideas for Style & Efficiency
Laundry room additions are a wildly popular home remodeling project. If you are considering an addition, you have the luxury of customizing your space to create a convenient and functional space. As with any home improvement project, it is important to do your homework. What features would make your laundry room the most convenient space…
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Picking the Best Sunroom Flooring for Your Home
Lucky you, you’re adding a sunroom to your home! But before you start thinking that everything is going to be golden from here on out, remember: you still have a little bit of work to do before you can soak up those rays. After all, before you can set up the chaise lounge, you’re going to…
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Looking for a quick way to cover your existing drywall or tile ceiling? A surface-mounted ceiling grid kit, like CeilingMax or CeilingLink, easily covers rusted, stained, or scratched ceiling surfaces without taking up precious overhead space. CeilingMax and CeilingLink both capture the decorative appearance and acoustic ambience of drop ceiling tiles without any demolition or…
Kitchen
Stand Alone vs. Wall Ovens in Kitchens
Choosing new appliances for your kitchen can be overwhelming. There are just so many choices! As you scroll through endless Pinterest boards and websites, you may fall in love with a special range oven or with a look that includes a wall oven. But what are the differences between stand alone and wall ovens in…