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4 Tips For Properly Maintaining Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Home & Garden Blog

When it comes to remodeling a kitchen, solid wood kitchen cabinets are often one of the biggest investments that a person makes. Solid wood cabinets are a beautiful addition to a kitchen and can greatly enhance the overall look of a room. If you are spending money on high-quality solid wood cabinets, it is important to know how to take care of them so they can last for many years. Continue reading to learn more about properly maintaining solid wood kitchen cabinets:

3 April 2018

3 Great Home Additions For The Backyard

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The backyard is one of the most important areas of your home, especially when the weather is nice. Not only does it give you the chance to experience nature, but it lets you make lasting memories with friends and family. To make this area even better, consider the following home additions.  Solar-Powered Water Feature  When you hear trickling sounds of water, you immediately visualize a stream or lake. These peaceful sounds can be yours if you install a solar-powered water feature in your backyard.

21 February 2018

Improving The Landscaping For A Property You Manage? 3 Projects To Get You Started

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As a property manager, it's important you make sure all the landscaping looks great. Since potential tenants will see the landscaping right away when checking out an available unit, it's in your best interest to keep the landscaping looking its best. While you may be eager to keep the landscaping looking great, you may not know where to start. If you're unsure what kind of landscaping work should be done, it's a good idea to look into the following projects that can make a big impact.

27 December 2017

Composite Decking Considerations

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If you are looking for the right kind of decking then you should learn about composite decking, the different types and what those different types can offer you. Here are some of the things you should know about various options with regards to composite decking: Composite decking gives you the variety you need When you are picking the right decking you need to take a lot into consideration, such as the amount of moisture it will be exposed to, the amount of direct sunlight it will be exposed to, the look you are going for and more.

16 November 2017

Window Treatment Options For A Sunny Bedroom

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If you have just moved into a new house and you are designing your bedroom interior design, and have a particularly sunny bedroom, then you understand the importance of good window treatments. The morning sun might be nice if you're out in the livingroom, but if it is blasting into your bedroom and waking you up every morning, then something needs to be done. You can't just resign yourself to letting yourself be woken by a blast of sunshine every single day.

18 October 2017

How To Know If Your Home Has Experienced A Past Chimney Fire And How You Can Prevent Future Fires

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One reason that chimney fires can be so dangerous is due to their ability to burn undetected by home residents. Chimney fires can smolder for long periods of time, then suddenly erupt into violent burning flames or penetrate into the home's wooden structure. At other times, you may not even know there was a fire until it has burned out. However, consider a chimney fire as a warning sign that another fire may occur in the near future.

18 December 2015

Keep In The Warmth, But Keep Out The Pests! How To Avoid Bringing Pests Into Your Home This Winter

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The warmth of a crackling fire on a winter evening is one of life's simplest, but best, pleasures. However, your contentment can quickly turn to horror when you discover that your wood pile is home to destructive insects and other organisms. Learn how to keep these pests from hitching a ride on your firewood into your home; here is what you should know: Common firewood pests In the United States, you are apt to encounter many, if not all, of the following pests that inhabit firewood.

19 November 2014

4 Important Ergonomic Furniture Pieces For PC Gamers

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As a PC gamer, you might spend hours each night sitting at your computer strategizing with your teammates or attempting to beat the next level. All of that time sitting can adversely affect your health, resulting in discomfort and pain throughout your body. Thankfully, you can mitigate the damage by fitting your gaming station ergonomically to support your body appropriately. Pay close attention to the following areas to keep your body healthy through hours upon hours of gaming.

5 November 2014

2 Strange Occurrences That Could Signal Air Conditioner Trouble

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As a homeowner, it isn't always easy to pinpoint air conditioner problems, especially if you work during the day. Instead of being able to quickly identify issues and address them right away, you might have to deal with months of weird quirks before discovering a broken system component. To make your next fact-finding mission a little easier, here are two strange occurrences that could signal air conditioner trouble. 1: Weird Smells

30 October 2014

Dealing With Crabgrass: Advice For Gardeners

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North American gardeners must often contend with a range of persistent garden weeds. Some of the most problematic plants can stifle your attempts to grow a healthy lawn, so determined gardeners must develop a plan of attack against the most common pests. Crabgrass is a common weed that plagues gardeners across North America, but, with the right strategy, you can rid yourself of this problematic plant. Learn more about how to spot crabgrass, and find out how you remove this weed from your lawn.

30 October 2014