Articles for category: HOME IMPROVEMENT

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Installing Joists to Your Deck Project

Installing your joists is the next step in building a deck. The joists are what will support the deck boards. The joists run at right angles to the house. They are supported by the beam held in place with an array of nails, hangers and brackets. You need to make sure you do your homework ...

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Applying Spray Foam Home Insulation

Adding foam insulation to your home is a great way to close off air leaks and reduce your energy costs. There are several different types of foam insulation on the market and choosing the right one is the key to getting your job done right. This article will take you through choosing the right product, ...

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DIY Window Removal and Replacement

Replacing a window in your home can be a daunting task for many. Whether your old window is broken, old or out of style, for many this job is best left up to a professional. If you’re handy with tools and have some skills at construction or home improvement, then replacing a window can be ...

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DIY Sewing Station for Small Spaces

This is an easy to create sewing station which fits perfectly into small spaces and enables you to keep all sewing notions at your fingertips while you sit at the sewing machine creating a fabric masterpiece. Material Needed for Sewing Station Two wood bar stools that have wood support slats connecting the stool legs Four ...

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The Top Furniture Stores in Newington, Connecticut

The thriving New England town of Newington, Connecticut is home to several very good furniture stores. Some of these stores are smaller, independently- owned businesses, while others are chain- store outlets. Quite often, consumers are unsure of which Newington, Ct furniture stores to patronize, because they are unaware of each store’s product selections, hours of ...

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Product Review – Oreck Rinse-A-Matic Steemer Ultra

Kids are messy and thankfully, a smart (and probably now rich) inventor came up with the idea of carpet cleaners for home use. Oreck, known for their awesome vacuums, have taken the “home cleaner” idea and ran with it, creating the Oreck Rinse-a-Matic Steemer Ultra. You can call the Ultra, Oreck’s version 2.0 of carpet ...

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Bissell Cleanview II: Bagless Upright Vacuum

I’ve tried many different vacuums in my time, but when I tried the Bissell Cleanview II, I loved it so much, I wanted to name it. I’ve owned a Hoover and a Dirt Devil. I’ve had bagged and bagless vacuums and I’ve owned upright and canisters. I have to say though, the Bissell Cleanview II ...

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Spectracide Terminate Termite Stakes Review

When I had my regular pest control company come by to spray, they noticed a sign of possible termite infestation. On the outside of my building structure there were some tiny wood pellets on the ground. This can sometimes indicate termites because they like to dig tunnels in the wood. I purchased the Spectracide Terminate ...

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Installing a Cold Air Return

I recently installed a cold air return in my home for my furnace. I did this because I have a wood stove insert in my basement and I was hoping to circulate that warm air throughout my home. Once completed, this worked out very well. The new air return, which is just above the wood ...