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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The faucet: a deciding factor
- In the design of your new kitchen, the faucet can be one of the largest, most critical aspects of it all. In many cases, you will find that a beautiful one can be the completion of a beautiful kitchen. But how should you decide and what should you look for in the ones that you consider? If you walk into any home improvement store, you are likely to find many to choose from. It can become overwhelm...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The differences between omega juicers
- If you are looking for a good quality, long lasting juicer then buying an Omega juicer is definitely the right path to take. These juicers are dependable, have a long life span and produce amazingly nutritious juice for you and your family to enjoy and gain benefit from. These juicers come in many varieties to fulfill a myriad of different functions. This is a basic guide that will explain their d...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The cost of remodeling a bathroom -
- Before beginning any bathroom remodeling, you should create a budget. Pick an amount of money you can reasonably afford, and then check the costs of supplies to estimate what you can do in your remodeling project. It is wise to save about 20 percent of your budget to cover emergencies. They do happen. Keep in mind, too, the costs of professional help from plumbers or electricians. These services c...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The cost of granite countertops -
- The beauty, hardness and utility of granite makes it a highly desirable material for countertops in home design. In addition to its natural strength, granite is a beautiful stone that adds color and warmth to a room. Though the cost to add granite countertops to any new kitchen or remodel can be quite high, they remain the premiere choice in many new and remodeled homes.
The price o...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The best kept secrets in kitchen designs
- It has often been said that the heart of the home is the kitchen. If that is really true, then why is it that some kitchen designs just don't seem to support more than one cook or guest at a time? You can turn your kitchen into a functional and beautiful workspace and gathering place for the entire family. Even if you have limited square footage, there just may be more room for expansion, storage,...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The benefits of vertical wood blinds -
- Wood vertical blinds, a style of wood blinds falling vertically from valance to floor. They can provide much more insulation from extreme weather conditions than traditional horizontal wood blinds because they can be opened or closed either from one of the sides or from the middle. Vertical wood blinds also add elegance to the look of the room, whichever room it might be.
Vertical w...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The benefits of stainless steel kitchen sinks -
- Stainless steel has emerged as the most popular choice of materials for new sink installations because of its low cost, light weight, and almost unbreakable construction. Stainless steel sinks are made in many sizes and several thicknesses, measured in gauge.
The gauge of the stainless steel is the thickness of the stainless steel sink. The most common gauges are 18 and 20. The high...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The benefits of owning wood mini blinds -
- Wood mini blinds are one variety of wood blinds for covering doors and windows. The smaller increments of a narrow slate dimension, wood mini blinds are better able to control the amount of light coming into a room and the view seen through a window. Wood mini blinds provide light and privacy control within the room apart from giving it a beautiful look. They also provide a warm and cozy look to a...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The benefits of hanging wine racks -
- Hanging wine racks help to neatly store wine in tight spaces. You can find wall-mounted wine racks that hold six bottles with slots to hang your stemware. Both metal and wood varieties usually cost under $50 and are perfect for a small collection of wine. Iron hanging wine racks can cost $500. Some hanging wine racks are designed to hang under kitchen cabinets. These cost around $20.
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The benefits of granite kitchen sinks -
- If you are looking for durability and easy-to-maintain features in your kitchen sink, then granite is the choice for you. Granite composite sinks resist the rigors of everyday life such as denting, cutting, chipping and staining.
Granite kitchen sinks are made of ultra durable granite composite material and virtually fade proof and solid color throughout. The longwearing, non-porous...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The bathroom.the forgotten area of your home?
- The bathroom in your home is the one room that has undergone a complete transformation in the past several years. A transformation that is as far as how it is defined. Kitchens are to cook and eat in, living rooms are still for living and entertaining in and the garage still holds vehicles and junk (not to mention lot's of tools). But the bathroom has evolved so far beyond its traditional function...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The advantages of wall wine racks -
- Wall wine racks make it easy to store wine in tight spaces. Many wall wine racks are hanging wine racks. These can only hold a few wine bottles, but cost under $50 and have slots to hang stemware. Some, for about $20, can be attached under kitchen cabinets. One precaution: the kitchen is not the best place to store wines. Wines should be kept in cool, dark areas without strong odors.
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The advantages of corner kitchen sinks -
- If your kitchen is U-shaped or L-shaped, a corner kitchen sink is likely to increase your efficiency as it would be equidistant from your working platforms. A corner kitchen sink may be in the form of a round bowl, a rectangle, a square or even in a triangular form. You can opt for a custom-made sink made out of granite, stainless steel or copper to be a perfect fit for the kitchen corner of your ...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - The advantages of copper kitchen sinks -
- If you want a touch of class and art in your kitchen, you might consider choosing a copper sink. Copper sinks are crafted from first quality, super-thick copper, hand-hammered and formed into a charming early American style.
Each sink is individually made. Hence, it is possible to have a custom-made sink for your kitchen. The hammered kitchen copper sink is a beautiful piece of art....
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Small kitchen remodeling ideas -
- Any remodeling idea for a small kitchen must address the following issues: counter space, storage, built-ins, and pantry.
In order to make better use of your kitchen floor space, you need to put up the maximum amount of counters. Plan your design with deeper counters to cover as much of the area not occupied with appliances with counter space if the difference in floor space is a ma...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Simple steps to keeping your home clean
- The easiest way to keep your home clean and organized is to keep your home clean and organized on a daily basis. There are many small and seemingly insignificant steps you can take each day towards keeping your home guest ready.
In the living room pick up all the newspapers, catalogs and magazines that have collected. You can do this on a daily basis. Keep a bin for paper recycling....
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Simple recipe for a successful home remodeling project
- (ARA) - A brighter, airier kitchen. A more practical mudroom. A warm and inviting family room. Pick a home remodeling project to tackle this season and you'll be in good company. Every summer, millions of people head off to their favorite home improvement store to get started with their home makeover project. But, before you go shopping, it's important to have a game plan. Here are three tips to e...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Seven ways to boxer-proof your house
- You are ready to bring your Boxer home? First, you must prepare your house. Whether you are bringing home a puppy or adult Boxer, you may want to spend some time surveying your house from a Boxer eye view (about 2 feet off the ground). Wires, drapes and counters look pretty interesting from that height.
The Best Ways to Boxer-Proof Your House
Below is a list of how to...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Scented candles ? take me away!
- Remember the old Calgon commercial?"Take me away Calgon!" There's only one thing that can take you away faster than a Calgon bath, and that's a scented candle. Whether you want a breath of fresh spring air, or you want to transport yourself to a South Sea paradise minus the hassle of airport security, crowded, delayed flights and lost baggage, grab a scented candle, and travel wherever your imagin...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Rustic country decor - how to decorate cottage style homes
- Rustic country decor and how to decorate cottage style homes are extensions of American country style decorating. In addition, traditions are borrowed from French, English and some Swedish country looks. Rustic country decor can be defined as coarse, charmingly simple, unfussy, unfinished and yet with endearing qualities. Rustic country decorating includes the use of natural woods, aged surfaces, ...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Repair and maintenance of kitchen faucets
- The kitchen is the heart of many homes. This is the room where the family prepares and shares meals together. Because so much time is spent here, the fixtures and accessories need to be functional and fit with the style of the room. Kitchen faucets in the sink and kitchen islands are made with style in mind. With so many choices, you are sure to find the right fit for your home. Most people match ...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Remodeling your kitchen cabinets -
- While 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 economical but still can look classy in a patterned finish or trimmed with wood edging. You should put your money into the hardest-working and most permanent features of the kitche...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Remodeling online
- Remodeling Plans
Making remodeling plans for a house helps you to ensure that your home meets all your needs. It also adds value to your home in the long term. After all, you will spend at least half your working life paying off the first mortgage on your house?by making remodeling plans, you ensure that your home evolves with the changes in your lifestyle and add value to the property....
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Personalizing your next kitchen or bathroom makeover
- (ARA) - There are certain things you can always count on this time of year -- warmer temperatures outside, birds flying home after a long winter, more daylight and people getting the itch to finally renovate that kitchen or bathroom that's been bothering them for years.
In fact according to Kitchen & Bath Business magazine, more than $70 billion will be spent in 2004 to do just that...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Part ii: what are the most popular floorplan features?
- #3: Split-Floorplan Layout ? There are two basic types of floorplan layouts, which are primarily differentiated through their inherent treatment of the master bedrooms suite vs. other bedrooms vs. public space (i.e. great room, den, kitchen, etc.).
The first type of floorplan layout is a traditional layout whereby the master bedroom/suite is usually located on the same side of the h...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - 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 ou...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Organizing your home: the kitchen
- Arguably, the kitchen is the heart of the home. We cook there, eat there (hopefully as a family), entertain there, chat at the table, do homework, and any number of other family-related things. A disorganized kitchen discourages us from doing the above; we don't want to cook and eating will likely then take place in front of the TV. We don't want to entertain others or sit and chat because the clu...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Need more room in your closet? try a custom closet organizer -
- How much time do you spend searching for lost items? If you're like most Americans, you probably spend about four weeks a year just looking for things. Much of that time is spent rummaging through the closet, tossing aside old clothes and worn-out shoes. Imagine what you could do with that extra time.
From kitchen pantries to bedroom closets, from children's closets to office space?...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Making space at home
- Make Space At Home
Clear out excess furniture and accessories from the interior of your home as much as possible. If a piece of furniture is too big for the room, or is crowding the room, put it in storage, have a garage sale, or give it to a deserving charity.
This also goes for decorations, oversized stuffed animals, and other items that you may have collect...
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- 2007-04-01 17:40:14 - Looking for a high quality mixer? try a kitchenaid mixer!
- A KitchenAid mixer sets the standard of countertop appliances. With over ten different types of mixers available, there is sure to be a KitchenAid mixer that is just right for you. KitchenAid mixers are well known for their reliability and quality, so you will be sure to be satisfied with a new KitchenAid mixer. In addition, KitchenAid mixers are reasonably priced, so they will be sure to fit in a...