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Since 1991, more than 175 infants and young children have died from accidentally strangling in drapery and window cords. This issue has resulted in industry changes and guidelines for cor...
Job loss, broken retirement nest eggs, and declining health may encourage more Americans to consider moving in with their adult children. It’s important, however, that this new living spa...
Busy lifestyles mean that many families are solution-driven. The key to contemporary design is to find a way to do it all in one room. One solution is to “zone” the kitchen. Homeowners ar...
Interior painting is one of the all-time favorite do-it-yourself jobs, but like everything else, there is a right and wrong way to do it. Preparing to PaintSome skip these steps and wind ...
When choosing outdoor furniture for a garden room, outdoor kitchen, or multi-level deck, some consumers prefer quality tables, chairs, and assorted pieces that become an investment to pro...
Start any exterior paint job by cleaning, scraping, and repairing the surface. Take notice of how the paint has weathered and any surface problems. Chalking, blisters, peeling, cracking, ...
Clumping and Running BambooBamboo is a member of the grass family, with more than 200 species available in the U. S. and 1,300 worldwide. Its leaves can range from over 55 inches long to ...
When it's time to purchase new appliances, go beyond colors and styles to consider features, capacity, energy efficiency and cost. Start with some research: Keep a tally of a week's usage...
If you’re used to taking on your own renovations, painting your home’s exterior might be a natural money-saving project. But before you start positioning that ladder, here are the equipme...
Paint is the easiest and most economical way to update a room's look. Selecting the right paint color or colors is a big part of the process. Start by examining the room. Consider the amo...
