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July 24, 2005

Psychology of buying a home

Home Buying

Understand the emotional needs and factors involved.

Winter mold and mildew

Home Cleaning

How to treat and remove stains caused by molds and mildew.

July 16, 2005

Save Money On Home Improvement Projects

DIY

Cut costs on DIY house repair.

July 13, 2005

Shades Shutters & Blinds Product Information

Windows

How to choose which window blinds to buy.

July 12, 2005

Front Load Washers: Some facts before purchase Part 2

Appliances

Buying the right detergent, selecting the proper water temperature and other details of operation.

Front Load Washers : some facts before purchase Part 1

Appliances

Weighing the advantages and disadvantages before buying one.

July 11, 2005

Ten issues to remember when hiring a contractor

Contractors

Know what you want, put it in writing, include penalties, anticipate delays.

July 10, 2005

The Optical Illusions of Interior Decoration

Home Decorating

How to use colors, furniture, drapes effectively in large and small rooms.

Bathroom Planning

Bathrooms

Checklist of considerations, e.g., fittings to take into account before installing redesigning your bathroom.

A Crash Course in Lighting Design

Lighting

Indoor lighting basics explained.

July 09, 2005

Kitchen Wall Decor

Kitchen

Decorating your walls cheaply.

July 08, 2005

Pressure Washing Decks

Home Cleaning

Which chemicals to use, coping with furring, proper pressure level.

July 07, 2005

Bathroom remodeling

Bathrooms

How to create a safe, full featured bathroom.

Clean your refrigerator and cut your electric bill

Appliances , • Home Cleaning

Technique to save on your electric bill.

Speed cleaning techniques

Home Cleaning

How to get rid of clutter and save time cleaning up the house.

How to buy an air conditioner

Heating & Cooling

Selecting an air conditioner of the right size, BTU rating and that runs quietly.

Thrifty home decoration

Home Decorating

Inexpensive ways to redecorate your home.

Do it yourself projects: plan ahead

DIY

DIY lists, schedules and budgets.

Router Bit Basics

Tools

Router bit FAQ, the various types of bits.

Finding a reliable contractor

Contractors

Locating a honest, punctual, trustworthy building contractor.

How to Patch Small Holes in Drywall

Home Repair

Easy drywall patching.

Kitchen Design: the Work Triangle

Kitchen

The shape and layout for the most convenient and enjoyable kitchen.

Safe bathroom lighting

Bathrooms , • Lighting

IP ratings explained, fixtures and dimmer switches.

Rooftop decks

Decks & Patios

Selecting flooring and tiles for a deck.

Hardwood floor protection

Floors

Mistakes to avoid, use rugs and mats to prevent damage.

Window washing

Home Cleaning , • Windows

How to clean your windows like a professional cleaner.