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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Paving the way for californias asphalt consumers
- The California asphalt paving industry is ever-changing and in order to provide the best services, asphalt paving companies are turning to new technologies to stay ahead of the competition.Asphalt technology in California has been changing since the creation of Hot Mix Asphalt and will continue to change as time permits. Asphalt rubber pavement was introduced in 1991, which shocked many ind...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Reduce your heating bills this winter
- Imagine leaving a window open all winter long -- the heat loss, cold drafts and wasted energy! If your home has a folding attic stair, fireplace or clothes dryer, that may be just what is occurring in your home every day.These often overlooked sources of heat loss and air leakage can cause heat to pour out and the cold outside air to rush in -- costing you higher heating bills.Air le...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to replace the rollers on your patio door
- Have you noticed your patio door is getting harder and harder to open? Maybe it's time to change the rollers on the door. They generally last from ten to fifteen years but they do wear out and its a job that a do-it-yourselfer can accomplish with a little advice and some strong arms to get the door out!Sliding patio doors are usually aluminum but there are many wooden and vinyl models on th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Marble information
- Marble is any limestone or dolomite that can take a high polish and still be usable. Marble is generally formed from limestone undergoing metamorphism. When exposed to extremes of pressure or heat limestone turns into calcite or dolomite crystals, which are the primary materials in marble.Marble has a famous history. The ancient Greeks built their architecture, cities, and sculptures often ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Unadulterated truth about black mold: what you don?t know is destroying your home and your health
- With today's new building procedures, our homes are more dangerous than ever before!Scientific evidence now shows that the air inside our homes is 2-5 times more polluted than the air outside. And because we spend about 90 percent of our time inside, indoor air quality has become one of the top environmental health threats in the country.With today's new construction practices, build...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips for buying a whirlpool bath online
- So you're building the bath of your dreams but find the prices you have been quoted for the Whirlpool Bath way out of your budget.Don't despair and settle for a Whirlpool Bath you don't want!Go online and save by buying direct from a Whirlpool tub distributor. Here's how. (more information at http://www.maxsvr.com/Buying-whirlpool-bath-spa-online.html)There are three choices i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Installing vinyl replacement sliding glass doors
- Last week I told you how to remove your old sliding glass door in preparation for the installation of the vinyl replacement door. Let's go through the installation procedure for both the Retrofit style and replacement style frames.Let's start with the retrofit frame. Like the retrofit window, the door will have a 2" lip flush with the outside edge of the frame. The difference between the re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Removing your old sliding glass door
- Last week I explained how to measure your existing sliding glass door so you can order the vinyl replacement door. This week I am going to go over the steps required to remove the old sliding door before installing the new door.First, you have to remove the sliding panel and the stationary panel. The vast majority of doors out there have the sliding panel on the inside half of the track, an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Deck design - why firm foundations are essential
- Preparing a deck design for your backyard is all the rage as a home improvement project for this summer, however there is great temptation to build a pallet like structure that just sits on the ground outside your back door.Yes there are many ways to prepare the ground so that an unconnected deck design structure will sit level to the ground, for example by using concrete slabs in four corn...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Choosing window frames
- There are three main types of material used to manufacture window frames. These are aluminium, PVC-u and wood. These are also vinyl-coated and fibreglass frames, but for simplicity at this stage we shall stick to the three main types. The three materials each have their strengths and weaknesses and in this article we shall look at the several properties to see how each type shapes up. The properti...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Enjoy the beauty of hardwood with the endurance of laminate flooring
- Everyone likes the beautiful, timeless look of hardwood floors. Elegant, yet simple, hardwood is stunning. But take a closer look. Is that hardwood scratched and dented? Are those stains and fade marks that you see there? Maybe that hardwood floor is not as nice as you originally thought.If you like the look and the timeless appearance of hardwood floors but not want the scratches, dents an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cork flooring is the best option around for durability and aesthetic value
- It is inevitable, almost everyone no matter how long they have lived in their house, wants to replace their flooring at some point. Do you have carpet that is covered in pet stains, juice, coffee or wine stains? Carpet gets matted down and shows wear patterns quickly. Alternatively, maybe you have hardwood floors that are full of scratches and dents. Linoleum that is peeling up at the edges and se...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bamboo flooring is taking the design world by storm
- Are you looking for something different for your house? Maybe you do not want to be like all of your neighbors and you want to stand out from the crowd? Alternatively, perhaps you simply need a flooring option that will stand up to a lot of wear and tear and you like the natural look? Whatever your reasons are, bamboo flooring is a hot new trend in the interior design world and for good reason....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Can you buy luxury home brands online and save - worry free?
- Are you frustrated with the high prices you've been quoted for luxury home decor?What if you could safely take advantage of the great selection and value of online shopping for home decor items that are normally $1,000, $5,000, even $10,000?Here's some great news for people who need to bring their new dream home or home renovation costs under control.Multitudes are making the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Acting as your own general contractor when building your dream home
- This article is intended for the DIY (Do It Yourself) home builder; however, it is very useful information for the new home buyer to understand what processes you can monitor even if you are not acting as the general contractor and hiring a general contractor. For the inexperienced DIY home builder, acting as a general contractor is one of the most stressful things anyone can undertake. After that...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home improvement projects that really pay off
- Many of us watch TV shows and see the miraculous transformation of homes and gardens by professionals and amateur do-it-yourselfers. Is it really that easy, we ask ourselves. Could I do it? Where do I begin? What home improvement projects will generate the biggest increase in the value of my home?What Do You Want and What Can You Afford?There are several good reasons for wanting to r...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home floor plan designing for your future home
- Designing Your Own Dream Home for the New Home Builder: What is your dream home? Do you have an idea of what it will look like? Defining a dream home is very difficult, especially if you have a spouse or significant other that has tastes different than your own. Although you might be able to agree on a floor plan, do you both agree on what the purposes for each of the rooms? My solution to ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to buy double glazing in the uk
- Double glazing reduces heat loss through your windows. You can save money on your heating bills. However, it will be a long time before you save enough money equal to the cost of the windows. If you can't afford to replace *all* your windows, choose the rooms that cost you the most money to heat.Double glazed windows come in a variety of sizes and styles. Check for any planning restrictions...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to care for laminate flooring
- It's hard to damage and easy to care for laminate floors. Here are some tips on how to properly maintain them:1. Carefully read the warranty and care instructions provided for your flooring. Follow them as much as you can and refer to them if a problem develops.2. Ask for post-installation care instructions.You may not be able to mop the floor for 48 hours or you may be given other c...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Modern rugs add color, texture, interest and space definition to your room
- Modern Design is sleek, stark, and spacious with angular and geometric lines. As the look for contemporary design is escalating so is the demand for modern home décor accessories. Modern area rugs can add color, texture, interest, and space definition to your decor. In the past, customers, who desired modern rugs, found it difficult to find one that fitted their requirements. Howe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Planning your diy project
- Ready to start your first serious DIY project? Read through the checklist below to make sure you are well prepared to start - and finish! - the job:1. Do an overview of the project, making sure that you understand all its requirements. Sometimes imagining that you have been hired to do the job may help you take a better perspective on what it will take to complete the task.2. Be real...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to buy a conservatory in the uk
- The first question is, what is a conservatory?There is no standard definition of what constitutes a conservatory (apart from "greenhouse"). This is one reason why quotes vary so widely.The conservatory industry itself does not have a consistent approach. So, the only way out of this is to be specific about your requirements. *Don't be afraid to ask questions if the sales rep or desig...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hot tubs: without a shadow of a doubt guarantee relaxation when you dip your feet into the water!
- A staple of healthy outdoor living, hot tubs equals to water therapy that pound our bodies with jaw dropping and heart stopping relaxation. Dating back to Roman times, baths served as a medical remedy in treating many maladies. Heated water provided a soothing oasis for the ancients. Whirlpools tubs, Jacuzzi tubs, portable hottubs, and spas provide innumerable benefits that will be further discuss...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to choose the perfect granite work surface
- My Grandmother used to say to me "Nothing cheap is good and nothing good is cheap". This ring true when dealing with the purchase especially on the internet of Granite Work Surfaces. In fact of all stone so read carefully.Natural stone is graded as to it's suitability for a given task. It is also graded regarding the region of the world it originated from. This is a grade for gene...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 6 saving tips when moving
- Moving households, whether it is due to a job transfer or upgrading your home, and whether moving across country or across town, is an expensive proposition. Even when a new employer sponsors a relocation, there are hidden or un-thought-of expenses such as tipping or registering your vehicle in a new state. Here are six ways to reduce expenses during your next move:1. Boxes, boxes, boxes...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Spring deck prep tips
- It's finally spring! Time to move out the patio furniture and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors.But, before you do, make sure you clean, restore and protect your deck so you can get the most out of it during the spring and summer months ahead. Here are some deck prep tips from the experts at Wolman Wood Care Products:? Clean the deck thoroughly to remove embedded dirt, fungus sta...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Home air filters: knowing which one to choose
- Since air filters are one of the bests tools for eradicating allergens from your home, more people are using them than ever before. The trick is to find the one that works best for you, depending upon your specific needs. Before going shopping, arm yourself with some facts, so that you'll be more prepared to choose an air filter, rather than listening to various sales pitches from merchants who ar...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Building a home addition
- Besides providing your home with more living space, a home addition can be a terrific investment. However, before embarking on such a project the homeowner should first consider several important items. These items include: home market values in the neighborhood, financing, size and scale of project, architecture, timetable for completion, personal disruption/inconvenience threshold and the sweat ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 spring cleaning tips for your kitchen
- The words "spring cleaning" can make the neatest person cringe. They mean more work. As if cleaning all year long wasn't enough. Spring cleaning is more than just cleaning...it is deep cleaning. Something that most people do not have time for all year long. Since my expertise is cooking, I have decided to focus on spring cleaning and dirt build up prevention tips for the kitchen....Baking s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to get the most out of your home theater ? without spending a fortune
- So you've scraped and saved, now you've finally gotten together a semi-respectable home theater system. You want even more, but the idea of spending another few thousand on new front speakers doesn't cut it. What can you do?There are ways to get the most out of what you have without breaking the bank. There are several areas you can look at to ensure your theater is set up correctly and per...
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