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6 Teakwood Patio Furniture Buying Tips

Posted on August 30th, 2018

Outdoor furnishings are unique because they need a special kind of shopping method – you need to consider materials that won’t be affected by the ravaging elements outside. You also need to make sure that the piece will last for many years. Teak is one such material that is often used to craft patio furnishings. [ read more… ]


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The Art and Science of Concrete Floor Painting

Posted on August 29th, 2018

Are you considering painting your porch or even your home’s interior? This project is best when you use a latex or oil-based formula, although, the project tends to last longer with the latter. Be sure to check with your area for any oil-based restrictions. Consider the Flooring Type Hardwood flooring can take on a coat [ read more… ]


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Solving the Bed Bug Problem…For Good

Posted on August 28th, 2018

What facial expression do you make when you hear about bed bugs? That’s right, they’re worth a thousand blench. And, yes, these pests need to be eradicated right away but they are so good at surviving because they crawl, jump, and they can even fly. So what needs to be done? Know Your Enemy It [ read more… ]


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The Inseparable Dining and Lighting

Posted on August 27th, 2018

One of the critical elements that you should consider in every dining room is correct lighting. Take note, it’s not just lighting but the right kind of lighting so that you’re able to create an equally correct atmosphere. There are some lighting tips that are meant just for your kind of dining room – The [ read more… ]


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The Candelabra: Creating An Intimate Setting

Posted on August 24th, 2018

That pair of candlesticks that has multiple arms is what’s referred to as candelabrum (with the plural form of candelabra, although, it has become acceptable to call it as candelabra as a singular thing with candelabras as its plural form). Candelabrum refers to candle-tree. This is a Latin word that was so-named because of its [ read more… ]


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6 Super Hot Summer Decluttering Tips

Posted on August 23rd, 2018

So what are the most common types of clutter in your home? Clothes? Your kids’ toys? Or books, perhaps? No matter, clutter is clutter and since it’s summer, you might as well do some summer cleanup. Summer signifies the acquisition of too many stuff. This is that season when people tend to own a lot [ read more… ]


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Remodeling Around Not-So-Sweet Neighbors? 5 To-Do’s During Renovation

Posted on August 22nd, 2018

The remodel or renovation of a home can have a huge impact on any homeowner’s life. The stress could come from the anticipation of the project or it could be because your neighbors aren’t as cooperative as you wanted them to be. These are your neighbors and so it is, of course, crucial that you [ read more… ]


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Gilding Explained

Posted on August 21st, 2018

Have you noticed that many furniture pieces inside royal people’s homes have gilding? Gilding is a basic term that’s sometimes misleading for a lot of people. There are different styles and methods of gilding and just as many are the factors that are in need of gilding. The location, surface and the item’s condition are [ read more… ]


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Correct Wine Storage

Posted on August 20th, 2018

Have you recently bought wine and now you’re planning to store it for future use? Before you buy an entire crate, it’s important that you know that only a small percentage of the finest wines are good for long-term storage. Majority of those that you find in the market are best consumed within a few [ read more… ]


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The Ups and Downs of Open Floor Plans

Posted on August 17th, 2018

The open floor plan is a pretty new concept and it is becoming more popular by the day. It would seem like every home improvement show on the planet is going for this floor layout lately. So why is the open floor plan so hot nowadays? You really can’t blame homeowners and designers from choosing [ read more… ]


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