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Kitchen Design - No Need to Do It Alone


You can't opt out of the process altogether, though, because you need to decide what equipment you want in the kitchen, the type of units, fitted or freestanding, the flooring, lighting ? the list goes on.The size and shape of your kitchen will, to some extent, dictate the equipment you have and where you put it.

The Art of Power Washing Decks


Since the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) started banning the use of pressure treated wood due to chromated copper arsenate (CCA), most people have decided to seal their wood decks as the EPA suggests to prevent the arsenic from leaching into the soil. Most homeowners use local companies to pressure wash their decks and siding to save valuable time and the expense of rental equipment and some prefer to do the job themselves on a hot summer day.

The Art of Power Washing Siding


Some of the most common mistakes to avoid made by homeowners and contractors are:Trying to remove the powdery coating called oxidation on aluminum siding. Removing this coating can cause discoloration and in some cases cause the siding to look like a completely different color.

The Art of Gutter Cleaning


The gutters on your home are starting to overflow so it's time to clean the gutters on your home. Many homeowners do this project each year to properly maintain their homes.

Concrete Cutting - Adding a Pre-Cast Concrete Stairway Bulkhead to Your Home


Installing a pre-cast concrete stairway to your home's basement is actually quite an easy project for the advanced do-it-yourselfer or anyone that can coordinate a couple of sub contractors. Doing so will add a water tight weather proof egress to your basement that, in many cases, is necessary to comply with local building codes during a remodel.

Log Homes for Beginners - 10 Steps to Success


For those who may be thinking of building a new log home and enjoying the lifestyle that comes with it, there are a number of steps you should take to make the process smoother.1.

Guide to Bathroom Design


The first step is to plan the design - as with kitchens, your local supplier will run off a computer-generated plan based on the room's dimensions and your particular requirements.If you're sticking with the same layout, measure your bathroom suite carefully before you go shopping for a replacement so that you know the new items will fit.

The Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for a Mattress


Buying a new mattress is a daunting task that few relish. The range of prices, features, and stores can make your head spin.

Single hung aluminum window glass repair


Let's talk about repairing broken glass in an aluminum frame single hung window. If it's the lower sash pane that is broken, it must be removed from the inside.

Save Time & Money Doing Your Own Basic Electric Wiring


Hiring a professional electrician can be very expensive and is often the reason why people try doing their own basic electric wiring themselves.I have seen the good, the bad and the ugly results of these efforts and I have come to the conclusion that basic electrical wiring is not something anyone should do without proper guidance, tools and confidence.

How to Select the Best Laminate Flooring for You


Hardwood flooring - its' traditional look is almost timeless, its' beauty is unmatchable. However, it's pretty hard to maintain a hardwood floor, not to mention the price you have to pay for it.

Laminate Flooring - Cleaning & Maintenance


One of the biggest advantages of laminate floors is that they are made to look good for many years with a minimum of effort. Most laminates come with a 10 to 25 years residential warranty against staining, wearing and fading, depending on the brand.

Dual Pane Window Glass Repair


For the past few weeks, I have been explaining how to repair a broken window pane in your home. But, what if you have dual pane windows? Is the process the same? Well, pretty much, except for a couple of variations.

Choosing a Vinyl Replacement Window Contractor


Whenever I write an article, it's usually tailored to the do-it-yourself homeowner to help them save some money on the high cost of labor these days. This article is for the "not so handy" homeowner who wants to have new vinyl windows installed in their home.

What Two Words Will Double the Space in Your Home?


Just two words and a bit of explanation about them will help you to double, maybe even triple, the space in your home now. Those two words are "Go vertical.

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KOSCIUSKO CO. ? Police are investigating what they are calling a "large scale home improvement fraud case" involving a Kosciusko County man. Sears Home Improvement acquires licenses of the world leading Kitchen and Bath design tool, 20-20 Design (CNW Group via Yahoo! Finance)

20-20 Technologies Inc. , the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announced today it has signed an agreement with Sears Holdings Management Corporation, the leading appliance and fourth largest broadline retailer in North America, to provide all its Sears Home Improvement Products' Project Consultants with licenses of its flagship kitchen and bath design ... Home improvement groups urged to co-operate (InsideHousing)

Home Improvement Agencies will need to work more closely with other services, such as housing, health, and social care, and continue to be directed by service users. Home Retail Drops to 1-Month Low as Argos, Homebase Sales Slump (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Home Retail Group Plc , the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain, fell to a one- month low in London trading after second-quarter same-store sales slumped at its Homebase and Argos outlets. Lowe's, World's second largest home improvement retailer, offers exclusive export opportunities to quality mainland ... (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Lowe's, the second- largest home improvement retailer in the world, with annual sales of over US$48 billion, met pre-screened mainland China suppliers at Global Sources' Custom Private Sourcing Event in Shanghai on Sept. 3, 2008. Home Retail Reports Slump in Argos and Homebase Sales (Update3) (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Home Retail Group Plc , the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain, reported lower same-store sales at its Homebase and Argos stores as a housing slump worsened and consumer confidence slid to a four-year low. Professional Home Decor Tips For Selling, Staying and Going Green (Carteret County News-Times)

(ARA) - Despite a slumping economy, home improvements remain a popular investment for homeowners. With paint rollers and hammers in hand, they're getting the most out of their home-improvement dollar with do-it-yourself projects that make a dramatic difference. European Stock Futures Are Little Changed; Home Retail May Fall (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- European stock-index futures were little changed. Home Retail Group Plc may drop after the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain reported lower sales. Home improvement retailers up on mortgage bailout (AP via Yahoo! Finance)

Home improvement chains rallied Monday after a weekend announcement that the federal government would bail out mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Advent International Acquires Quero-Quero, Brazilian Home-Improvement Retailer (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Advent International, the global private equity firm, today announced that it has acquired Quero-Quero, a leading home-improvement retailer in the south of Brazil. Quero-Quero's selling shareholders have retained a minority stake in the company.
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