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All About Geothermal Heating

Have you heard of geothermal heating and are wondering how it works? You're in luck - we have an overview of it in this post. The basic idea of geothermal heating is to use the natural heat in the ground to warm your home. The ground, if you go deep enough, is about 50 degrees…
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Plumbing for the Bathtub

Have you got a new tub but not sure how to install the piping? If you're doing it yourself, keep reading - we'll give you an overview of the necessary steps! First, you'll need to apply primer to the opening of your pipes. A purplish, thin liquid, primer cleans and prepares the pipes for concrete.…
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Furniture Terms

Art deco, cabriole leg, hassock - there's no shame in getting lost in all the terms used to describe furniture. Still, wouldn't it be nice to have a source by which to describe anything you're trying to buy or sell? This post, we have just the thing for you: a glossary of common furniture terms,…
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Do’s and Don’ts of Plumbing Maintenance

Maintaining the plumbing of your house is not a fun job, and this can lead us to neglect it. However, we're here to encourage you not to, as well as to give some tips on how to do it better. Do: Know where the meters and shutoff valves are. Check hoses and appliances on a…
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Home Technology that Makes Your Life Easier

Technology has a lot to offer in terms of conveniences for homeowners. Take advantage of some of these to see savings as well as improve the quality of your experience at home! Automatic light dimmers - Installing these all over the house will mean you can use the right amount of light you need at…
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6 Steps to Remodeling Projects

This post, we have the 6 steps it takes to implementing a successful remodeling project. Use these to be thorough and not make mistakes for your next home improvement project! Idea Generation - Explore the available options through magazines, friends, and the Internet. Design - Take the ideas you like and plan out how it…
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Green Design

What is green design? First, we need to address what it isn't - that is, home decor centered around the color green. No, it is that other thing - that of environmental friendliness. By being environmentally friendly, you're not just doing the world a service - you're doing one to your expenses on utilities as well!…
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FYI: History of Plumbing

This post, let's reflect on how far we've come in plumbing, so we can all appreciate innovations in technology in this area. The world's first water closet was in 2000 BCE in India - it really amount to not much more than a pot of water. However, when the aqueduct came around during the 7th Century…
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DIY Change a Plug

If you've got a defunct plug, don't sweat it - we've got the info you need to get it fixed up. Before you get started, you'll need just a few materials: screwdrivers, the new plug, and multi-purpose wire strippers/pliers. Once you have those things gathered, take these steps: Turn off the power for that area…
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How Much Do We Waste?

As a small follow-up to our other articles on recycling, let's cover some of the stats for how much we are wasting each year. They can be sobering to read and are important to know so we can take action to reduce our waste. Each year, the average person throws away 7 1/2 times their body…
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Your Guide to Outdoor Kitchen Design

Thinking of building an outdoor kitchen? This post, we have some tips for you to consider before you start in on your project! Keep reading to check them out. When building your outdoor kitchen, there are some questions you need to ask about your available site location. In addition to answering yes to these 4 questions,…
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How to Fix Nail Holes in Drywall

If you didn't already know this trick for fixing nail holes, keep reading! It's fairly common knowledge, but toothpaste can act as a great sealant for small holes. This is great for fixing holes in your home, especially if you're renting and need to make the walls new for the next lessees. All you need to do is…
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Trends in Kitchen Design

For your kitchen to look the best it possibly can, it's important to pay attention to trends in design. In an effort to help you keep on top of them, we are dedicating this post to exploring all the popular things that people are doing in their kitchens. It's all about eco-friendly and low maintenance in kitchens…
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How to Wow with Your Bathroom

Bathrooms are the most common remodeling that Americans do, and with good reason - you can get a great return for the money you put it. If you're going to the effort of renovations, you want your bathroom to wow your guests right? We have some tips for you on how to accomplish just that:…
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Lighting Design of Your Home

How much have you thought about lighting in your home? Lighting can have an effect on many aspects of the home, including the mood, the atmosphere, and the presentation of the furniture and other items in your home. To produce the most effective lighting, let's explore how it can be used in different situations throughout…
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