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How to Repair a Screen Door

How to Repair a Screen Door A patio door is a great way to bring the spaciousness of the outdoors into your home. As for routine maintenance, there's little more to do than keep the track and rollers clean. That is, until someone accidentally tears the screen. (popularmechanics.com) > Read More

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21 Ways to Save On Your Remodel

21 Ways to Save On Your Remodel Busting the budget is everyone's biggest fear when it comes to renovation. And with good reason. Even if you follow the essential advice we've been doling out for years, it's hard not to end up shelling out more than you want to, even if you want to pen a check for a million bucks. (thisoldhouse.com) > Read More

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The Real Difference Between Rent and a Mortgage Isn't What You Think

The Real Difference Between Rent and a Mortgage Isn't What You Think The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. The decision comes down to a few oft-cited things, like the market where you live and your personal financial situation. But there is one big piece of the puzzle that doesn't get its due. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More

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Making Your Home Appealing to Young Homebuyers

Making Your Home Appealing to Young Homebuyers According to the National Association of Realtors®, first time home homebuyers are about 31 years in age on average - so what does this mean for today's real estate market? (DreamCasa) > Read More

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Everything Old is New Again: The Classic Industrial Lamp We Can't Get Enough Of

Everything Old is New Again: The Classic Industrial Lamp We Can't Get Enough Of Lighting is one of those little things that can have a huge impact on the look of a room, and lately there's one lamp in particular that I'm starting to see in more and more interiors. (Apartment therapy) > Read More

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10 Easy Things You Can Do in a Weekend to Increase the Value of Your Home

10 Easy Things You Can Do in a Weekend to Increase the Value of Your Home Whether you paint your front door or add extra potted plants, these home improvement ideas can turn your house from not to hot and market-ready in less than 48 hours. (rd.com) > Read More

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Kitchens That Make You WANT To Cook

Kitchens That Make You WANT To Cook Open shelving, wooden counter tops, and stainless steal appliances would give any home chef chills! > Read More

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Ideas for a Stylish TV Wall

Ideas for a Stylish TV Wall With plenty of seating, the living room is the perfect spot for a television, but the look of a large screen in the room is far from ideal. We've got the tricks to make it meld with your decor. (bhg.com) > Read More

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How to Install a Beadboard Porch Ceiling

How to Install a Beadboard Porch Ceiling Visions of lazy afternoons lounging in your own shaded haven have now been overtaken by how to avoid looking at the dreary underside of the porch roof. Rather than averting your eyes, grab your tool belt and start planning your next project: a new beadboard ceiling. (thisoldhouse.com) > Read More

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The Things No One Tells You About Selling Your House

The Things No One Tells You About Selling Your House Buying a home is a momentous time in one's life and, accordingly, congratulatory pats on the back abound - as does unsolicited advice. Everyone has insight about everything from how to pick the perfect house for you to saving money on home repairs. (apartmenttherapy.com) > Read More

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Beautiful Blooms That Will Never Wilt: DIY Giant Paper Flowers

Beautiful Blooms That Will Never Wilt: DIY Giant Paper Flowers Having fresh flowers around the house is the ultimate luxury, but when a supermarket bouquet inevitably starts to wilt within 24 hours, it makes me reconsider the beauty of artificial blooms. Colorful and larger-than-life-these everlasting blooms deserve a permanent spot in your home. (Apartment Therapy) > Read More

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A Simple Sofa Style Guide

A Simple Sofa Style Guide Never rush into buying a sofa. If you're refurnishing your home, you need to match the furniture to the room appropriately. With sofas, this includes picking a design that functions the way you need it to. (HouseTipster) > Read More

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No-Regret Remodeling Projects That Were Worth The Hassle (& Why)

No-Regret Remodeling Projects That Were Worth The Hassle (& Why) Given the cost, time, and energy renovations take, we all understand how hard they are, not to mention all the anxiety they can generate. But when you know what you want, sometimes it's worth the slight discomfort that comes with taking a risk, working to pull it off, or spending more than you think you should. > Read More

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5 Outrageous Stories of Real-Life 'Up' Houses

5 Outrageous Stories of Real-Life 'Up' Houses HouseLogic.com presents the stories of five home owners from around the globe who, like old Carl Fredricksen in the Disney-Pixar movie "Up", just would move out and move on. > Read More

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What Color to Paint Your Bedroom

What Color to Paint Your Bedroom The colors you love to wear, to have around you, reflect your personality and tastes. When choosing paint colors for your bedroom, the number of choices can seem overwhelming. (hgtv.com) > Read More

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The Million Dollar Question: Which of These Homes Would You Choose?

The Million Dollar Question: Which of These Homes Would You Choose? Let's pretend for a moment that we all live in the same world as those couples on HGTV's House Hunters. Where would you live?(Apartment Therapy) > Read More

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Selling Your House: Tips for Making a Good First Impression

Selling Your House: Tips for Making a Good First Impression If you are planning to sell your home, its exterior and interior must appear clean, attractive, and problem-free. It's important to appeal to your buyers so that you can sell your home fast, and for the highest price possible. (DreamCasa) > Read More