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Buying & Selling Homes
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Tax Tips for Home Sellers
Selling a house can yield some unexpected tax benefits. Few of us buy or sell often enough to stay abreast of the lat...
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JOANNE Y. CLEAVER
Buying & Selling Homes
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Taylor Swift Sells Her Cape Cod Abode
What do Bob Vila and Taylor Swift have in common, you ask? Apparently, a love for Cape Cod-style architecture! Taylor...
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KRISTINA GROSSPIETSCH
Historic Homes & More
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Northcote House by Robert Simeoni
Meet the exquisitely chic atmosphere created by the award-winning Australian designer Robert Simeoni at this artful hou...
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FRESHOME.COM
Lawn & Garden
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Garden Variety: Spring Fever, Brown Thumb
This past week, I woke up to a light dusting of snow on the roofs of the surrounding townhomes. Fast forward two days to...
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THE HOUSE OF BING
Historic Homes & More
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Villa Valtanen by Arkkitehtitoimisto Louekari
Defying the harsh weather in Lapland, Villa Valtanen—designed by Arkkitehtitoimisto Louekari—inspires cozin...
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FRESHOME.COM
Lighting & Electrical
March 11, 2013 | Monday
Bob Vila Radio: Types of Lighting
Did you know that a well-lit room actually has three different kinds of light? In order to create a room that’s comfo...
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ROSEANN FOLEY HENRY
Lawn & Garden
March 08, 2013 | Friday
Mail-Order Seeds: Variety, Viability, Value
It couldn't be easier to go out and buy seeds from the local nursery or the nearest home improvement store. A large s...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
How To's & Quick Tips
March 08, 2013 | Friday
DIY Tales: Putting the "Fast" in "Fastening"
TGIFP, am I right? Philip here, and I'm here to tell you that you've been heard: You're tired of hearing our excuses abo...
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GRANDPA JOE'S HOUSE
Miscellaneous DIY
March 08, 2013 | Friday
5 Easy Ways to Contain Sawdust and Drill Debris
In the spring, summer, and fall at our house, we're pretty active cyclists—for recreation, exercise, and transportati...
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CHRIS GARDNER
Historic Homes & More
March 08, 2013 | Friday
Sauna Box by Castor
Sauna relaxation is a beautifully calming ritual that can be difficult to come by if you don’t own one yourself, ...
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INTHRALLD
Major Systems
March 08, 2013 | Friday
Bob Vila Radio: Radiator Covers
Cast iron radiators can be beautiful, but an old, peeling one can really bring down the look of a room. Stripping and...
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ROSEANN FOLEY HENRY
Painting
March 07, 2013 | Thursday
Dream It, Do It: How to Paint Your Curtains
For a quick, low-stress room update, skip the walls and try painting your curtains!
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YOUNG HOUSE LOVE
Miscellaneous DIY
March 07, 2013 | Thursday
How To: Clean Brass
Brass brings a warm, burnished glow to household items, ranging from switch plates, door knockers, and lamps to bathr...
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
Historic Homes & More
March 07, 2013 | Thursday
Green Box Renovation by act_romegialli
Repurposed buildings may be the future of sustainable design, and this garage renovation-turned-home is the perfect exa...
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INTHRALLD
How To's & Quick Tips
March 06, 2013 | Wednesday
Bob Vila's 5 "Must Do" Projects for March
This month, get a jump on spring cleaning, start planning your garden, perfect your home office, and paint something—anyth...
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BOB VILA
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