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How To Find Extra Space in Your Home

patmac — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:33:20 -0600

How To Make Valances

mina — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:23:42 -0600

How To Create Invisible Shelves

Mikey — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:52:44 -0500

Looking for a creative way to store books in your dorm room or office, then look no further. You can create invisible shelves that create the illusion that your books are just hanging out on the wall, suspended in space. All you need is a few simple materials and some time and you can create invisible shelves.

How To Decorate With Nature

3100 Caldera Blvd — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:18:02 -0500

How To Hang a Quilt

3100 Caldera Blvd — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:21:01 -0500

How To Use PVC Pipe to Make Furniture

Cassandra — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:33:09 -0500

How To Decorate a Foyer

sgrande — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 15:30:04 -0600

They say first impressions are everything. You want the first impression of your home to be a positive one. Whether you have a large formal foyer or just a small space on the wall next to your front door, you can create an inviting entryway into your home.

How To Create a Bed Canopy

genepooldesign — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 20:35:09 -0500

There are several variations when creating a bad canopy. This how-to will focus on a "ring" canopy, a rather simple design appropriate for beginners, yet still fun for more advanced crafters. At a cost of between $10 and $30, it won't break your budget. A ring canopy is a hanging type of canopy, so before you attempt this project, make sure you are able to install a mounting hook in your ceiling.

How To Restore an Old Glider Bench

genepooldesign — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 16:37:38 -0500

Lawn furniture is made to withstand the elements, and usually it holds up quite well to years of falling rain, searing sunlight, wind and inconsiderate birds. If you're like me, you don't want to part with that poor, weathered, yet still comfortable glider bench. With a little elbow grease, new hardware, and some protective enamel paint, you can breathe new life into it, without spending more than $20-$30. This is a terrific weekend project, which can be completed by 1 or 2 motivated people in 2-1/2 days' time.

How To Choose a Flatware Set

Marilisa560 — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:17:03 -0500

I have used, purchased, broken, cherished, tried and discarded many different styles and types of flatware in my lifetime. And I have learned a secret: 'Not all flatware is created equal.' Even comparably priced flatware varies in several important ways. And nowhere is it so evident as it is in flatware options, that you get what you pay for. Here are some considerations for anyone planning to begin a bridal registry, set up housekeeping, purchase new flatware or replace flatware.

How To Use a Portable Air Conditioner

Staff468 — Tue, 21 Nov 2006 12:07:00 -0600

Now that you've finally decided on which portable air conditioner to buy, it is important that you follow these tips so as to use your portable air conditioner properly:

Venting. Rule #1 for air conditioners is to have them vented properly, either through a window or a wall. A portable air conditioner vents warm, humid air from indoors to the outside. When it comes to venting your portable air conditioner, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions as venting standards will vary from unit to unit. You'll often receive a venting kit or the option to purchase one as part of your portable air conditioner package. The kit will include a hose and a window kit that provide venting options for a variety of window sizes and styles. Make sure that the window you intend to install the vent on matches the type of window covered by the kit (i.e. sliding or casement).

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How To Choose a Shelving Unit

Susie254 — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 09:13:00 -0600

If you are in the market for a shelving unit, you may feel slightly overwhelmed at all of the options you have. Before you head off to your local building supply store, however, consider the following points.

How To Rent Furniture

Staff468 — Wed, 25 Oct 2006 09:27:00 -0500

Perhaps you are spending a year studying out of state or perhaps your wife just kicked you out. Whatever the reason, sometimes you need furniture fast and don't have the time, resources or desire to purchase it or to move your old furniture to your new place. That's when it's time to rent furniture, and thankfully, there is stylish, comfortable furniture available on a rental basis.

Keep these tips in mind on how to rent furniture:

Categories. Browse for furniture online by category, such as the type of furniture, i.e. beds, dressers, tables, or the room the furniture is for, i.e. home office, dining room, and so on.

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How To Compare Moving Companies

Staff468 — Fri, 22 Sep 2006 16:06:00 -0500

Let's face it: moving is always a big pain in the butt. You have to pack everything up, carry heavy items around awkward corners and hope you don't break anything fragile. While you may be excited about moving into a new house or apartment, I'm willing to bet that you're not excited about the actual act of physically moving your belongings. That's where a moving company comes in handy.

Moving companies, while they are always going to be more expensive than moving on your own, save you a lot of energy and stress. There are so many things to worry about when you're moving to a new place (and potentially town), that the few extra dollars required to hire a professional moving company may be well worth it to you. Plus, once you've calculated your final U-Haul bill (including gas, mileage, and your time), you may find that the price difference isn't as big as you thought it was.