Articles for category: HOME IMPROVEMENT

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How to Apply Wood Stain

Properly applied wood stain can really bring out the beauty and the grain of wood. With the simple tips and application techniques explained in this article you can achieve professional level results in your own wood-staining project. No matter what your project is, from refinishing your wood floors, to staining woodwork, to refinishing a piece ...

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How to Clean an Air Conditioner

Summer is fast approaching and for those us who live in warmer areas, summer temperatures are already here. Cleaning air conditioners is an important chore at this time of year. Cleaning air conditioners make them safer and more efficient. Ideally, the end of the season of use is the best time for cleaning air conditioners ...

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Review of Dryer Max Dryer Lint Remover Kit

A few months ago my husband was shopping in one of those “As Seen On TV” stores, and our home ended up with a Dryer Max Dryer Lint Removal Kit. I was skeptical, because most of those products are, in my opinion, pure hype. However, I have been pleasantly pleased, and surprised with this kit. ...

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The Carefree Kitchen XHP Microfiber Duster

I’ve used Swifter Dusters, and they do a fantastic job of picking up dust, but I must admit, I don’t want to pay for replacements. I find Swifter Dusters and the replacements to be excessively priced, and I think it’s a waste to buy disposable products for cleaning. I’m not just referring to Swifter products, ...

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How to Hang a Shelf

Ever spent painstaking hours hanging a shelf and then set something on it only to have it fall right off? Hanging the shelf is not nearly that hard. There are only a few steps you have to follow to hang a shelf perfectly. First, you should acquire the necessary materials. These include a power drill ...

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How to Find Your Perfect First Apartment!

On June 8th I will be officially spreading my wings and leaving the nest, meaning that I will finally be moving into my very first apartment! I lived away at school for four years, so I’m no stranger to being away from family and having to take care of myself, but a dormitory just doesn’t ...

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Pros and Cons of Cedar Shingle Siding

Using cedar shingles or shakes as siding for your exterior walls can create an extremely beautiful and impressive facade. Many people choose this product for its rustic yet elegant look. But like anything, there are pros and cons to installing cedar shingles. First, let’s take a look at the difference between a cedar shingle and ...

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How to Clean and Maintain Marble Countertops

Marble countertops are a beautiful and potentially long-lasting investment in your home. You will want to clean marble countertops properly because you don’t want to risk damaging that investment or reducing the beauty of your countertops. Using improper cleaning products is a common way that marble becomes damaged. Taking preventive measures to protect your marble ...