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Advantages of Buying a New Home

Are you planning to buy a new home?  Do you want to know the advantages of buying a new home?  Benefits are many. You will have the freedom to customize your dream home.  You can make it energy efficient and save on your monthly energy bill. Here are a few other benefits of buying a new home. Advantages of Buying a New Home Warranty With a new home, you will get a home and builder warranty. You will also receive warranties on many of your home appliances, roof, and certain structures. This warranty is not common with resale homes. Customization If you buy a new home, you can customize flooring,…
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How to Pack for a Move Across Town

Whether you’re moving across town or the country, or to a different area in your city, you need to have a packing strategy. When moving just around the corner, it's easy to assume that you can throw everything together at the last minute. However, you need to plan carefully and have a smart strategy. Below is a guide on how to pack for a move across town, so you can prepare for the move properly. How to Pack for a Move Across Town Start Early The fact that you’re moving across town probably means you can easily access the new place before moving day. If that’s the case, start moving…
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DIY Carpet Freshener Spray – A Simple Yet Effective Solution

If you have children and pets, your carpet is likely to get dirty – that’s a fact. Dirt and stains on your carpet is not an issue, but how do you deal with them? What do you use to clean it up and leave your carpet smelling great? Well, chances are that you use a chemical which is of course not a bad thing, but they could be expensive and potentially harmful to your pets and children. That’s why we’re going to go over how to make your own DIY carpet freshener spray so that you can freshen up your floors, naturally. Making Your Own Carpet Freshener Spray What You’ll…
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Types of Bathroom Vanities – A Critical Part of Your Bathroom

There seems to be an endless variety of bathroom vanities - some more trendy and expensive than others. Regardless of how utilitarian you are while choosing bathroom furnishing, it pays to know what your options are. There are bathroom vanities that are mind-blowingly practical, others meant to be so aesthetically pleasing you want to live in your bathroom, and those that combine functionality and style. A remodeling contractor can help you narrow down your options based on the size of your bathroom, but it's best to have a general idea of the types of bathroom vanities before a remodel. Different Types of Bathroom Vanities Pedestal Sinks These types of sinks…
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How to Protect Carpet When Moving – Prevent Major Damages

Moving is a task that many people who are moving don’t look forward to. Without proper planning, it can be quite stressful. You should always make a checklist to make moving easier and hassle-free. Without a checklist, you can easily forget important things that you’ll need. While moving, we normally give little to no attention to to floor protection. However, you will have to follow some proven steps to protect your floors. Otherwise, your floor and carpet will be damaged due to the prolonged exposure of dirt, dust, and pressure from moving items in and out of your home. Below are some ways on how to protect carpet when moving…
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Benefits of Tinting Home Windows – Ensure Privacy

Windows are without doubt one of the best features in a home and besides adding elegance and distinction, they allow light to brighten your room and give you an amazing view of the outside world. However, windows can also increase the temperature of a home in the summer. To minimize this problem, many homeowners are weighing the options between installing replacement windows and adding window treatments. If you are not into either option, you can also consider home window tinting which has been hitting headlines over the last few years thanks to its tremendous benefits to homeowners. Keep reading and learn the benefits of tinting home windows. Benefits of Tinting…
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Kitchen Remodeling Trends – What’s Popular in 2019

Do you know what to do when you want to remodel your kitchen? The outdated ideal kitchen was when kitchens were hidden in the back of the home for cooking and washing dirty dishes. Due to tremendous technological advances, there has been a significant shift in the whole concept. Today, kitchen remodeling trends have lead to the kitchen becoming an entertainment area, and often a focal point of the home. Because kitchen remodeling is a big undertaking, you need to plan carefully by gathering ideas, information, and samples before you start. You’ll need to take into account things like the costs, space for appliances, and if you want natural light.…
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What is the Best Material for Plantation Shutters – Keep the Heat Out

When deciding what shutters to use in your home, plantation shutters can be made to match different style preferences quite effortlessly. These days, the Southern-born plantation shutters are available in more than just wood and faux wood designs, which begs the question: what is the best material for plantation shutters? Let’s explore some of the popular choices. Best Material for Plantation Shutters 1. PVC PVC shutters have been around for more than a decade, and are considered a cost-effective type of plantation shutter. However, they are generally weaker and less durable than other materials. PVC offers a limited range of color choices, so it’s not very popular. What’s more, it…
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How to Remodel Bathroom Shower – Made Easy

The new year is approaching and you may want to remodel your bathroom. Maybe you need to replace your toilet or shower? This article will help show you how to remodel bathroom shower and more.   How to Remodel Bathroom Shower Start Removing Fixtures It doesn’t matter whether you are totally or partially remodeling your bathroom or just remodeling your shower, you will have to start by removing the fixtures. If you want a complete renovation, you might need to be more careful to avoid costly mistakes. How to Prepare Your Bathroom for Renovation Remove or drain your toilet to prevent spills. Cover up your bathtub and then remove the…
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Home Improvement Trends – Giving Your Home a New Look

A few years ago, homeowners were looking for bigger rooms; but things are changing and people are looking for a space that’s efficient, flexible and brings order to chaos. Whether you’re building a new house or you’re looking forward to giving a frequently used space a new face, there are home improvement trends that will inspire you. If you are not sure on what to do, here is a list of five improvements you may consider for your home. Home Improvement Trends 1. Fabulous Flooring It goes without saying that flooring makes rooms feel new, and this should be on top of your home improvement list if you’re planning on…
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