2,189 articles on "home_improvement"

Resurfacing an old Concrete Patio

Resurfacing an old Concrete Patio by: Malcolm Kay A porch or patio can be one of the most useful exterior areas of your home if its covered with an attractive surface material, cleared of all excess junk and with a little thought given to landsc...

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Are You Dreaming Of An Old Fashioned Veranda?

Creating an inviting, relaxing, extension of your indoor living space can add to the beauty of your home and increase your opportunity to enjoy spending time outdoors. A veranda could be an excellent addition to a home. If you currently have a porch...

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Tuscan Style Decorating - Three Essentials

Tuscan Style Decorating - Three Essentials by: Michael Holland If Under the Tuscan Sun left you breathlessly and hopelessly in love with tuscan style decorating you’re certainly not alone. The rolling hills and the call of the earth itself see...

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Whole House Water Filters

Whole House Water Filters by: Mandy Nemenko So you know the benefits of purifying your drinking water and have already installed a filter for your kitchen tap. But what happens when you get thirsty upstairs and the closest water faucet is in the...

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How To Safely Remove Ice Dams From Your Home

How To Safely Remove Ice Dams From Your Home by: Henry Bockman This article was written to explain the causes of ice dams and how to remove them safely. For more information or pictures of the processes see ice dam removals. The art of ice dam r...

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Finishing your Basement Can be Very Rewarding

Transforming your home's basement into a finished space can prove to be very rewarding. Frequently the additional living space is used for a variety of entertainment functions including: Recreation Rooms, Bars, Gyms, Billiard Rooms, Home Theatr...

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Grow Your Own SIMPLE Tea Garden

Materials Needed1 decorative clay or metal planter1 package of clay pellets (approx. 30 pellets)3 packets of organic tea leaves seeds (YOUR CHOICE)Grow-rich or nutrient-rich potting soil (ASK YOUR NURSERY FOR THE BEST RECOMMENDATION FOR YOUR AREA)Dir...

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Kool Aid Stains - Getting Them Out

Kool Aid Stains - Getting Them Out by: Steve Gillman It's not always possible to remove kool aid stains from carpet. All "red stains" are difficult to get out. Red coloring used in pop, candy, and other foods generally doesn't flush ou...

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Installing Gate Latches: A Simple Guide

Once you've hung a gate and tested its swing, install a stop on the latch post to prevent the gate from swinging past the post when closed. The stop is nothing more than a narrow board ( 1/2 1 inch), ( 2 in., etc. ) cut to the height of the gate...

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DIY Home Carpet Replacement Project: The Fundamentals

For some people, the thought of replacing their carpet as a do-it-yourself project might appear to be too great of a task to accomplish on their own. Though it might be beneficial to seek the aid of other family members or friends for assistance, the...

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