Archive for June, 2008
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
If you're shopping for windows, you may have seen all sorts of labels out there. One of the the most important is the window's U-value, which every manufacturer is required to list. Long story short, lower U-values are always better in terms of energy efficiency. You'll also want to ...
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Monday, June 16th, 2008
You may have heard the term before, but do you know what an induction cooktop is? Popular in Europe and Asia and slowly coming to the U.S., induction cooking uses magnets to generate heat in the pan itself rather than a flame. It has several advantages: It is more efficient ...
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Friday, June 13th, 2008
Watering the lawn every day in hot weather can be very tedious. Why not install sprinklers? It's not nearly as difficult or expensive as you might imagine. Prices vary for an automatic sprinkler system, but expect to pay between $2,500 and $3,500 for your front and back yard. You'll save ...
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Wednesday, June 11th, 2008
When you think of linoleum, you usually think of your grandmother's ugly, dull kitchen floors. Well that's part of the reason it's so eco-friendly; it lasts forever. Another reason is its made from natural materials including linseed oil, in combination with wood flour or cork dust over a burlap or ...
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Tuesday, June 10th, 2008
If your family room is tiny, don't worry. There's still plenty you can do. To clear up clutter, consider constructing a built-in bookcase. They work especially well under a flight of stairs or under a window. Choose light colors so the room won't feel so claustrophobic, and a mirror ...
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008
At first, a water feature may seem extravagant, but the reality is, they are much easier to build than you think. Why not enjoy a small waterfall leading to a koi pond in your backyard? Or a bubbling fountain? The possibilities are endless. Just make sure the feature is far ...
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