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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The truth about honda pressure washers
- "What they don't tell you about Honda Pressure Washers"I recently received the following e-mail regarding honda pressure washers:"I was unaware Honda made pressure washers. I can get one locally now that I have seen your web page".Thank YouMy response:Thank you for visiting our website. I would like to point out that HONDA "does not" manufacture pressure washers....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Protecting yourself from miter saw hazards
- A miter saw, also known as a "chop saw," is a circular saw that is mounted on a frame. It is designed to be portable and to make very accurate angled cuts between 45 and 90 degrees. The compound miter saw can cut at an additional angle in order to cut bevels. Miter saws are predominately used in cutting wood but can also be used to cut plastics and light metals. Like any power tool, it is importan...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Making the most of a small bathroom
- In bathroom terms at least, bigger doesn't have to be better ? It's all just a case of making the most of the modest proportions you're presented with! And what's more, designing a bathroom that's small on space usage but big on style and functionality should be a lot more fun.The Click Bathrooms guide to maximising a modest bathroom follows three simple principles?1 - Make it see...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 easy steps to protect your hardwood floor from disaster
- Common knowledge states that hardwood floors are a great investment for a homeowner. They add a certain charm and character to a home that can't be replicated by laminates, carpeting, or any other type of flooring. However, the investment does not stop with the decision to purchase hardwoods. To retain the value, the hardwood must be properly cared for and maintained. Fortunately, with a few simpl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What you should know about laminate flooring
- Laminate flooring imitates the aspect of traditional wood. Their biggest advantage is that they are very easy to install and very durable. Laminate flooring are suitable for many of your rooms: hallways, family spaces, bathrooms, kitchens. Also they are perfect for an active home.At first look, laminate flooring seems to be a natural wood floor but in fact is a layer of paper under a tough ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Replacement windows and double glazing - essential buyers tips
- Welcome to my essential tips for replacemnent windows and double glazing buyers. Apart from the first tip (which I consider most important) the tips are not in any particular order. We hope they will assist you in coming to the correct buying decision. Please note a lot of these tips can be equally applied to selecting any contractor.Replacing windows on your property can change the visual ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Save money with a solar pool heater & cover
- Heat your pool with a Solar Pool Heater and save the heat with a Solar Pool Cover. Solar pool heating systems are very simple in terms of engineering and application. The basic principle being: run enough water through enough black stuff on the roof and the pool gets warm.Most pool heating systems include a:Solar collector: The device through which pool water is circulated to be heat...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hardwood floor refinishing - for the faint of heart
- Are your beautiful hardwood floors not so beautiful anymore? Maybe they just need a refinishing job. It can be a daunting task, but here are some ideas to make it a little easier.If your hardwood floors are in dire need of refinishing, get a few estimates from professionals. You may be surprised at the figures. You'll want to sit down when they tell you it will cost you $1200 to have your l...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Maintaining your hot tub
- Purchasing a hot tub is a big investment and one that should not be taken lightly. Hot tubs cost thousands of dollars and if not maintained properly they can become ineffective within just a few months. Maintaining your hot tub and all of its components is a key factor in how long it will last. In order to maximize the life of your hot tub and keep it running smoothly for many years, follow these ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Outdoor decks - understanding seven elements of good deck design
- You're all comfortable in your favorite lounge chair, reading your latest novel with a cool beverage nearby...the aroma of your favorite BBQ drifting from the grill teases everyone...catching a few rays of sunshine never felt better. Warm weather calls us outdoors, and what better place to enjoy life than your deck!As an extension of your home, a deck can provide an attractive outdoor area ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The next revolution in home entertainment - ip based multi-room distribution
- The Holy Grail of distributed audio; unlimited zones and unlimited sources, cost effectively. That milestone will be achieved, and soon, through the combination of digital amplification and IP based distribution systems. There are systems available today that use one or both of these technologies, such as Oxmoor's Zon system and Netlinks' Netstreams product line. The trend will only continue to gr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Faux fireplace, on the cheap!
- Does the coming winter chill remind you how much you miss the basic element of fire to warm those long nights? Unfortunately, your home's builder wasn't the romantic you are, and you have no fireplace. Never fear, The Budget Decorator is here! Ok, so that's corny, but this project sure isn't!The first thing to do is to determine what element you want your fireplace to be made of. A lot of t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Replacing steel casement windows (part 2)
- Last week, I explained how to remove your old steel casement windows as you prepare each opening for the new Vinyl windows. In most of the country, you are limited to a replacement style frame, which is a new construction frame with the nail fin removed. Remember, when you removed the old casement window, you left the perimeter frame in place. So, you have a lip protruding into the opening that is...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Garage doors
- You may think choosing garage doors is straight forward, however there are many things to consider, such as whether your garage is adjoining your property, is it a single or a double garage, how much clearance inside and out is needed and so on. Also, the appearance of the garage door can influence what material you use. There are four basic types of garage door and three different materials commo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Get new floors and save a bundle when you do it yourself
- After years of use, your floor will need to be refinished and that can cost over $1000 for just one room! But if you want to put in a little time and elbow grease, you can refinish the floor yourself and have the beautiful look of warm wood in your home for a fraction of the cost.Contrary to what you may have heard, the finish doesn't take weeks to dry. It's quite simple actually. You can g...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Using a hardwood floor sander
- Refinishing your hardwood floors yourself can be time consuming and a bit scary at first but well worth it in the long run. It can cost a bundle to hire a professional to refinish your floors for you, but if you have the time, you can do it yourself.The most difficult part is learning to run the sander. Many people are afraid of ruining their floors, and you can really damage a floor if you...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Refinishing a hardwood floor
- Want to bring your hardwood floors back to their former beauty, but don't have the money? Then read on for some tips on how you can refinish the floor yourself.If you have the time and don't mind doing the work, then refinishing your floors yourself is a great option but before starting out, it's not a bad idea to get an estimate from a professional so you can compare the cost of doing it y...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Building a pair of heavy duty saw horses
- Start out by measuring and cutting all your stock according to the cutting list and set it aside. Take the legs and mark out the tapers. The taper starts 20" up from the bottom. The leg tapers to 3-1/2" at the bottom. Repeat for all the legs and cut out.The legs join the main stretchers at 75°. This cut is best made with a circular saw. Mark your lines, clamp the stock on...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Log homes - finding the perfect log home plan
- One of the first steps in building a log home is deciding on a floorplan. Many people spends months, or even years, searching for the perfect plan. However, it doesn't have to be that difficult.Most log home companies have a portfolio of standard plans that are published in plan books, in log home magazines, and on company web sites. Many companies also have an additional portfolio of modif...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - illegal building works - is there an upside?
- Many times throughout the year we are called in to assist people who have got into trouble by completing building works without Council permission. This can be either Planning or Building Regulations - often both. Guess when this 'illegal' building works is usually exposed - Right at the time when the home owner is under the most pressure & exposure to other abortive fees - you guessed it - WHEN T...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - permitted development allowances - not the golden goose you imagine
- There is a perception amongst most folk that every house is allowed a certain percentage of extension development without the need for formal Planning Permission. People seem to think that it applies to them even when they purchase an already extended property.The Permitted development allowances as contained within the GPDO 1995, Statutory instrument 1995 No. 418 is a minefield of criteria...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - two story side extensions - the common mistakes
- Probably the most common type of residential extension is the two storey side extension. However, it is one of the most easiest schemes to get wrong with regard to Planning Permission. Side extensions have an awful lot of issues that need careful consideration before submitting a scheme to the Planning Department for Planning Permission.Firstly is the impact of your scheme upon the neighbou...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - agricultural plots of land for sale - the latest mug punter scam?
- The first part of most years brings a flurry of trade shows aimed at the public & trade alike such as The Ideal Home Show, Interiors & just recently the Building Exhibition at the NEC. It never ceases to amaze me the amount of new gadgets & Gizmos (along with the usual tat) that companies invent for our consumption. Most seem to have a shelf life of about 2 days once home where it is usually broke...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - understanding your local planning officer - they are only human
- This time of year often sees an explosion in new enquiries for development schemes but the irony of this fact is that most people think that they are in time for a Spring/early summer build if they start the Planning & design process now through the Local Authority?? Sorry but this thinking should have been at the end of last summer - September at the latest. In most cases people do not seem to re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - rights of light to adjoining neighbours windows - what you should know
- Rights of light - What a minefield this topic is when developing or extending a property. This is potentially one of the most subjective Planning issues their is. Most Planning Departments will have guidance but I guarantee it will be specific in parts & definitely woolly or non specific in other areas leaving the subject wide open to interpretation.One of the most common areas for debate i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - how to avoid boundary disputes when extending or redeveloping a site
- The quest for more living space these days means making more efficient use of the sites available space in which to extend or develop. This invariably means building right up to the properties boundary line in many cases.This can have major pitfalls if it is not presented or handled correctly & not just at the Planning Application stage either. You wouldn't believe the number of on-site bou...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning permission tips uk - what to show and what not to show on your application drawings
- Many successful business deals are the result of being a bit canny with the information that you already know - keeping a tight lip when needed and only letting the other side know just the bare minimum requirement of information and never laying all your cards onto the table. Successful negotiators use this tactic all the time. I expect all of us can remember a time when we have left a meeting wi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Building a backyard play structure
- A child's dream backyard includes a play structure complete with a slide and swings just like the one at the neighborhood park. Once you have made the decision to make your child's dream come true then you have several avenues from which to select depending on the amount of money and time you can invest.One of the most economical means of obtaining a play structure is to buy a used one. Sin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Log homes - whats different about log homes?
- Newcomers to the world of log homes will notice that log homes look different than conventional "stick-built" homes. But are log homes really different, other than in appearance? If so, how?Let's take a look at some of the ways in which log homes differ from conventional homes. Log Walls - This is the main difference. Instead of walls constructed of 2x4 or 2x6 framing lumber, ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Popular trends in home technology
- As a former home automation installer and a former manufactures rep, I have observed many trends. The following items are certainly the hotest trends this year in home technology.VoIP (pronounced Voice over IP) refers to making telephone calls using your high-speed internet connection. This technology is gaining ground very fast, as new users are discovering it is 50-75% cheaper the ...
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