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Going Nuts: How To Keep Squirrels Out Of Your Yard

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Whether you have pets that see squirrels as a natural enemy or you simply don't want these squeaky creatures taking over your backyard, there are many options available to keep squirrels away. Use the following rodent control guide to minimize the squirrel population in your backyard.  Spread Mulch Squirrels like to dig as much as they like to climb, and that means that your yard can serve as a prime location for burrowing.

25 May 2018

Make Your Home More Comfortable With Awnings

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As hard as you work each day, your home should be the most comfortable place you visit. While the sun is great in small doses, the idea of the sun beaming into your house all the time may not sound like an ideal situation. If you don't have awnings installed on the exterior of your home, this could be just the problem you're dealing with. Learn how awnings can make your home a more comfortable place.

3 April 2018

Creating A Mini Victorian Garden In Your Backyard

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Victorian gardens can bring a romantic, beautiful look to your backyard. If you want to create this look, here are a few elements to discuss with your landscaper to create a stunning design that fits neatly in your backyard. Stone Walkways Stone walkways can provide a path for you to stroll through the garden, and they can also help define the space. Consider flat stone products in natural shapes to create the overall look, and work with your landscaper to create the layout for the path.

26 February 2018

Ready To Go Rustic In Your New Kitchen? 4 Tricks To Design The Perfect Look

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If you're in the process of redesigning your kitchen, and you're going for the rustic feel, you won't have to work too hard to get just what you're looking for. All you need to do is add the right touches. One of the great things about going rustic is that you use items that are easily found right around you. If you're not sure how to go about that, here are four approaches you can take to create the perfect rustic atmosphere in your new kitchen.

10 January 2018

Confused By The World Of Contemporary Furniture? Here's How To Plan A Perfect Contemporary Dining Room

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Do you want to transform your old dining room into a contemporary masterpiece? The overarching idea behind contemporary furniture is the idea that less is more. While contemporary dining room furniture features neutral tones and is not immediately visually impressive, its purpose is to draw attention to room accents. When shopping at the furniture store for contemporary dining room furniture, here's a few things to keep in mind in order to make your dining room contemporary chic:

2 December 2017

3 Bathroom Remodeling Projects To Consider

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Remodeling your bathroom is a fantastic project to take on because it can help you make your house more comfortable and possibly even increase the value of your home. Listed below are just a few bathroom remodeling projects that you should consider undertaking. Create A Shower Enclosure One of the most common bathroom remodeling projects to consider is to create or replace a shower enclosure. A shower enclosure is typically a good option because it can greatly expand the bathing area in your bathroom to such a degree that it is much less cramped in the bathing area.

1 November 2017

A Few Basics About Water Softeners

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While it can be hard to understand, water can be hard or soft. As rain water falls and sifts through the ground, minerals attach to it. If you have municipal water, other minerals may be added to it during the treatment process before it gets to your tap. If you have a well, more minerals are absorbed from the ground. These minerals make the water "hard." There are benefits to both types of water.

26 September 2017

Three Reasons Why You Should Replace Windows In Your Garage Immediately

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Windows on your house are a matter of personal safety. Windows on your garage-not so much. However, you should still replace the windows on your garage as soon as possible. There are some very valid reasons why. Bats Bats are notorious for using the easiest exits and entrances possible into places where they can sleep during the day. While they are very good for the environment, they are NOT good for people's health or for the structures they inhabit.

30 August 2017

Your Puppy Won't Destroy Your Carpet If You Use These Suggestions

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No matter how excited you are to be welcoming a new, small puppy into your home, you may still feel a twinge of discomfort about allowing them onto your carpets. It's a valid concern; mud, vomit, urine and feces from your new pet can create odors and permanent stains that could end up destroying your carpet if you're not careful. With these pointers, your carpets can be preserved and you don't have to worry about letting your puppy romp on your carpeting.

28 July 2017

The Top Three Questions People Ask Before Installing Granite Countertops

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When going through a kitchen renovation, many homeowners come across the dilemma of which type of material to use for the countertops. One of the more popular choices is granite. However, not many people realize that granite countertops have many benefits and find themselves asking these three questions: Can Granite Be Cut On? The answer to this question is both yes and no. Sealing your granite countertops will allow you to cut directly on the surface, plus it will provide additional protection as well.

28 June 2017