Create a peaceful home simply by soundproofing
- Published on Sunday, 17 July 2016 00:21
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With televisions, home theaters, computers, video games, stereos and cell phones, our homes are louder than ever. By soundproofing certain rooms in the house, you can turn your home into a quiet sanctuary and relaxing escape.
Realize energy savings with one simple step
- Published on Saturday, 16 July 2016 00:14
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A simple project that will help keep your home cool this summer is topping up your attic insulation. This easy project will reduce your household energy consumption and will save you money on monthly energy bills.
A poorly insulated attic is a primary source of energy loss, forcing your AC unit to work harder than necessary. Most attics are insulated, but many, especially those in older homes, are not insulated adequately enough. Over time, insulation can settle and compact, allowing heat to escape through gaps.
Move into the outdoors with wood furniture
- Published on Friday, 24 June 2016 00:30
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It's time to think about the "lazy days of summer" and create a comfortable, attractive outdoor living area that reflects your family's lifestyle. Consider decor featuring wood furniture that you build yourself, using advice and products from Woodcraft. Or, if you already have wood furniture, let Woodcraft help you give it a new look - maybe distressed or antiqued or a brand-new color.
How to organize the pantry
- Published on Monday, 20 June 2016 00:58
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Since the advent of supermarkets and warehouse stores, many food shoppers have embraced buying in bulk. Buying in bulk can help shoppers save money and avoid last-minute trips to the grocery store in search of missing ingredients, but all those extra items also necessitate more careful pantry planning.
How to revitalize an aging sofa
- Published on Friday, 03 June 2016 00:26
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Couches are an important component of living rooms and dens, serving as comfortable places to relax. Sofas will be sat on, slept on and, if young children are in the house, sometimes jumped on.