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Historic Homes & More
April 23, 2013 | Tuesday
10 Cool Shipping Container Homes
Innovative shipping container homes show just how good sustainable architecture can look.
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Historic Homes & More
April 23, 2013 | Tuesday
Impressive Colorado Home Makes Sustainability Look Good
Sustainability started to become a major conversation in the architecture world. A home has to be both energy efficient...
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Tools & Workshop
April 23, 2013 | Tuesday
DIY Workbenches: 5 You Can Build in a Weekend
The workbench is a DIY project's hub. It's where supplies are kept and progress gets made. Sure, you can buy a workb...
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CHRIS GARDNER
Lawn & Garden
April 23, 2013 | Tuesday
Bob Vila Radio: Driveway Drainage
There are lots of options available in driveway materials, including asphalt, gravel, brick and pavers. In addition t...
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ROSEANN FOLEY HENRY
Kitchen
April 22, 2013 | Monday
Trending Now: Banquette Seating
Dreaming of a breakfast nook or looking to maximize space? The answer to your kitchen seating conundrum may be a banquette.
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MARIE PROELLER HUESTON
Kitchen
April 22, 2013 | Monday
Is a Kitchen Banquette Right for You?
Banquettes have a nostalgic charm about them, whether you sat at one in your grandmother's kitchen or you shared a di...
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MARIE PROELLER HUESTON
Buying & Selling Homes
April 22, 2013 | Monday
Beyond Stainless: What Buyers Want This Spring
House hunters today aren’t necessarily fixated on luxury finishes like stainless steel. They are practical and focuse...
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JOANNE Y. CLEAVER
Bathroom
April 22, 2013 | Monday
Replacing a Bathroom Exhaust Fan
Both of our bathroom exhaust fans are shot. The one in our guest bath was a beast at one time; it sounded like an F-16 a...
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April 22, 2013 | Monday
The 7 Best Products for Patching Wood
Sometimes it’s nail holes and sometimes it’s rotten wood, but your projects will often require you to patch ...
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How To's & Quick Tips
April 21, 2013 | Sunday
How To: Hang and Level Odd-Shaped Decor
It’s nice to be back in the swing of things. Lisa and I are adjusting nicely to life with two kids. So far so good...
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OUR HOME FROM SCRATCH
Lawn & Garden
April 21, 2013 | Sunday
Bob Vila Radio: Shovels
Picking the right shovel for the job saves time—and can save your back as well. Here are a few shovels you’ll want in...
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ROSEANN FOLEY HENRY
Lawn & Garden
April 20, 2013 | Saturday
Bob Vila Radio: Spring Fence Routine
A wooden fence is a beautiful accent on any home, but it takes some maintenance to keep it looking neat and trim. Spr...
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ROSEANN FOLEY HENRY
Green
April 19, 2013 | Friday
20 Ways to Support Earth Day This Year
Today of all days, take one step toward protecting the planet, and your monthly utility costs will benefit as well.
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MARISA VILLARREAL
Painting
April 19, 2013 | Friday
How To: Stain Wood Furniture
Staining wood furniture adds color and brings out the natural beauty of the grain.
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KC MORGAN @ DOITYOURSELF.COM
Lawn & Garden
April 19, 2013 | Friday
Wing It: 11 Approaches to a DIY Birdbath
Welcome feathered friends to your backyard with a birdbath that you've made on your own.
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