Whether your kitchen is in need of a little TLC or you’re just ready for a bit of a change, there are plenty of inexpensive and relatively simple projects you can tackle to bring a new shine to the busiest […]
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As home heating costs climb, many people are becoming more interested in putting their fireplaces and wood stoves to good use when the weather cools down. While some enjoy an outdoor campfire every now and then, others are using wood year-round in an attempt to save on heating costs and keep their home warm as the colder seasons set in.
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In large cities and suburbs, sewage effluent typically travels through a municipal sewer system and into a water treatment plant run by the local public health department.
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People often ask why timber framers place an evergreen bough on the peak of each frame when they finish. The short answer–tradition. But I’ll take a stab at the long answer since there isn’t much information out there about this
It’s finally happening – raising day! Your dreams are about to become reality. After all the agonizing, discussions and re-assessment, you’ve finally gotten everything together. Now it’s time to build your home. This is pretty exciting for everyone, and there’s
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One of the ideas you will most often hear from homeowners is their enthusiasm for well-designed spaces. This, of course, can mean many different things for different people, but more often than not it also encompasses longing for clever built-in
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You have probably heard about people making colorful scrapbooks to keep their memories alive and to document significant events in their lives. The end result is always a delight to hold and one cannot help but appreciate all the details
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These winter home maintenance projects are not as strenuous as your spring and fall chores, and they’ll leave you plenty of time for cuddling up under a quilt near your fireplace with that novel you’ve been meaning to read. So, put
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Silt fences, often referred to as filter fences, are temporary barriers used to control sediment during construction. Using a silt fence is popular because they’re simple and cheap to build and maintain. 1. Using a silt fence preserves water quality. Construction
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After the heat and humidity of summer, fall is a refreshing and invigorating season that puts homeowners in the mood to get projects underway. Before the weather gets too cold, use your free time to prepare your house and yard
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