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Managing Construction
May 14, 2012 | Monday
The Rising Cost of Low-Rate FHA Loans
In the wake of the housing bust, the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), once a lender of "near-last resort" for moderat...
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JOANNE Y. CLEAVER
Other Rooms
May 14, 2012 | Monday
Bob Vila Radio: Childproofing Gadgets
Every home is different—and children are great at finding different things to get into every day. There’s a childproo...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Lawn & Garden
May 14, 2012 | Monday
38 Ideas for a Peaceful Garden Refuge
If you are looking for inspiration in garden design, you have come to the right place. This post gathers quite a few la...
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FRESHOME.COM
Miscellaneous DIY
May 14, 2012 | Monday
Correcting Minor Tile Mistakes
When you're laying down tile, wiggle is usually a bad word. One of the most important lessons to learn is that you always...
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THE UGLY DUCKLING HOUSE
Major Systems
May 13, 2012 | Sunday
Bob Vila Radio: Smart Appliances
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Tools & Workshop
May 12, 2012 | Saturday
How To: Build Table Legs or Posts from 2x4s
A couple of posts ago, I mentioned my friends, Chris and Elizabeth, who had an awesome idea for using 2×4 lumber to make...
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Other Rooms
May 12, 2012 | Saturday
Bob Vila Radio: Laundry Makeover
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Walls & Ceilings
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Planking in the Mudroom
Let’s not beat around the bush and just get to it, shall we?The travertine tile in the mudroom/ dining room/ laundry no...
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Kitchen
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Fresh Ideas for Kitchen Flooring
Whether you prefer ceramic tile, natural stone, or hardwoods, there's no lack of stylish options for today's kitchen floor...
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LUANN BRANDSEN
Kitchen
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Kitchen Flooring: 8 Popular Choices
Design, color, and surface are important considerations, but don't overlook comfort, durability and easy care—particularly...
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LUANN BRANDSEN
Kitchen
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Counter Intelligence: Choosing the Right Countertop
All kitchen countertops are not created equal. Here are the pros and cons of today's more popular choices.
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LUANN BRANDSEN
Kitchen
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Kitchen Countertops 101
The choices are many, but which kitchen countertop is the best for you? Find out here.
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LUANN BRANDSEN
Major Systems
May 11, 2012 | Friday
5 FAN-tastic Deals & Steals
Temperatures are rising and now is the perfect time to invest in a fan or two for your home. Stay cool with these hot...
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LAUREN CABRAL
Historic Homes & More
May 11, 2012 | Friday
Tea Houses by Swatt Miers Architects
The idea for these minimalist Tea Houses was triggered by the need for a nature not far from Silicon Valley. The creati...
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FRESHOME.COM
Lawn & Garden
May 11, 2012 | Friday
5 Reasons to Celebrate Spring
I don't know why this date seems like a late one to be celebrating the arrival of spring—perhaps it is because of the...
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LARRY BILOTTI
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