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How to soundproof your home

What's the first step in sound proofing your home? Finding which rooms have the least amount of sound resistance.
 
To do this, make sure everyone is out of the house, unplug all electronics and close all doors and windows. Take a quick walk through your house and pause for a few moments in each room to evaluate which ones are the noisiest. Now consider if you're installing a media room or teenage recreational room where volumes will be blasting on TV's and stereos.

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Upscale home decor with crown molding

Create a dramatic new look throughout your home or highlight one area with crown molding - the key to an upscale look for walls, windows, doors, cabinets and more. Homeowners will find the tools and supplies necessary for crown molding projects at Woodcraft.

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How to fend off a fruit fly invasion

Homeowners who have dealt with insect infestations know that even the smallest critters can make for formidable foes. A single insect might not seem like a substantial problem, but such uninvited guests have a tendency to multiply, quickly becoming a problem for less proactive homeowners.

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Unique ways to exercise at home

Even the most devoted exercise enthusiasts sometimes encounter obstacles that make it hard for them to squeeze in their regular workouts. Weather can affect outdoor exercise enthusiasts, while busy work schedules can make it difficult to get to the gym.
 
When unforeseen consequences compromise your ability to stick to your normal workout routine, working out at home might be your only option. The following are a handful of ways to exercise at home when leaving the house is out of the question.

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Color a new home décor with a fresh coat of paint

Today's paint products offer homeowners the flexibility to easily change the look and "feel" of a room - or a houseful of rooms, including walls, cabinets, furniture, accessories and trim items - by changing the color of a painted surface or adding paint to achieve a decorative effect.

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