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Archive for December, 2011
How to create a remodeling budget
Posted on December 29, 2011 | No CommentsMoney is the one thing that causes more disagreements and stress than just about any other entity. Luckily, creating a budget for your home improvement project does not need to...
Lights On!
Posted on December 29, 2011 | 1 CommentArtificial lighting is a key element in creating a pleasing and safe home. Through various lighting methods, you can recreate a sunrise, the noonday sun or the sultry colors of...
Kitchen Lifestyle Checklist – Just a Beginning
Posted on December 28, 2011 | No CommentsUse these questions to help plan the most efficient kitchen for your lifestyle and cooking habits. How do you currently use your kitchen? How would you like to use your...
Skylight Design Considerations
Posted on December 23, 2011 | No CommentsBefore selecting a skylight for your home, you need to determine what type of skylight will work best and where to improve your home’s energy efficiency. Energy Performance First, it’s...
Energize your home through solar design
Posted on December 23, 2011 | No CommentsPassive solar design uses the way heat naturally functions (whereby heat moves from warmer materials to cooler ones until there is no temperature difference) in order to generate energy for...
Which insulation is right for your needs?
Posted on December 23, 2011 | No CommentsUnderstanding what types of insulation are available to you will help guide you on which insulation material would be most appropriate for your needs. Check the table below for information...
A Guide to Home Furnishings
Posted on December 22, 2011 | No CommentsFunction, form, fitness and fashion are the key guiding factors in choosing home furnishings. Function is the first and foremost criteria for a person to go for bare-minimum furnishings. A...
Garage Door Buying Tips
Posted on December 22, 2011 | No CommentsAutomatic garage doors are no longer a convenience for only a few, the new generation of garage door is reasonably priced, safe and simple to install. Here are a number...
Is a Carpet the Best Flooring Nowadays?
Posted on December 22, 2011 | No CommentsCarpets have been around for a very, very long time. One carpet from the fifth century BC still survives today, and there is evidence that carpets had been made for...
Remodeling Your Kitchen Cabinets
Posted on December 22, 2011 | No CommentsWhile remodeling your kitchen, install only the essential cabinets, so you can spend on quality rather than quantity. Look for durability, and specify plywood panels rather than particleboard. Laminate is...