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Electric space heaters work as convenient sources of heat when temperatures drop to uncomfortable levels. These appliances help to supplement the overall heat in your home, keeping you warm and cozy whenever you turn them on. But still, many homeowners have the phobia that using electric space heate...
Nothing can ruin a busy day like having your power go out, especially at night, and you have tons of work with deadlines to meet. Most of the time, power outages tend to occur at the most inopportune moments. This makes you wonder what better alternative energy source to have around as a backup. Wel...
It is the simple things we do in our homes that tell the true story of who we are. If, for example, you prefer to leave your walls blank, it will feel more like you’re living in a hotel than a home. But if you have the right photos, art, and wall décor and have a wonderful sense of personality an...
One of the best ways of increasing energy efficiency in your homes is installing insulation in your walls. This saves you money that you would have otherwise used on heating and cooling the walls. Proper wall insulation also helps to buffer sound, which is a bonus too. The best part about insulating...
Painting a wall can be a daunting task, especially if you opt to DIY the project. It gets even harder if you need to paint a room fast. Generally, painting a wall fast seems to always be at odds with having great results. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you must always sacrifice qualit...
Being a homeowner comes with its fair share of baggage that you must be prepared to tackle. Failure of which you may end up with much bigger problems on your hands. Most of the time, homeowners opt to hire professionals for these simple tasks, which costs a pretty penny. However, with a little skill...
It’s only natural that every new homeowner, especially first-timers, be excited and nervous about owning a home. During this time, your head pops full of ideas of how you can make your new house be a home for you and your family. At this stage, you are probably not even thinking about how you can ...
Cleaning your windows to have crystal clear and streak-free results involves a series of simple processes. Most homeowners are accustomed to using spray bottles and paper towels. However, nothing gets windows squeaky clean like a good squeegee. So if you want to learn how to clean windows without Wi...
As with any other power tool, a circular saw can be quite handy in the workshop provided you know how to use it. However, these tools can also be extremely dangerous if you don’t know how to handle them. A...
Saw sharpening and saw maintenance are important parts of owning quality power saws. Many types of saws perform different functions and are used for different purposes. However, as far as engine-less tools go, no other tool cuts through grain, bricks, and even metal as a good sharp saw. But then aga...
Woodworking is one of the oldest and most rewarding skills to acquire. The plus side of this practice is that even an amateur can accomplish numerous practical things like making a garden bench or fixing a broken drawer. The secret to achieving success in woodworking is knowing the right project to ...
Knowing the ins and outs of any power tool is a vital step when looking to use them safely and effectively. A circular saw falls in the list of power tools that are very helpful when used appropriately. However, they can also be quite dangerous machines, especially when used recklessly. That’s why...
More often, the best way to cut metal is not always the simplest. Cutting metal to have controlled accurate cuts while using minimum physical effort usually requires the help of professionals and appropriate tools. However, some methods of cutting metal may only involve the use of simple power tools...
Take a good look at your driveway. Do you see grime, mildew, dirt, and stains? Pressure washing your driveway will increase your home’s curb appeal without spending tons of money, and restore it to its former condition. Before you run out to start pressure washing, ...
No one enjoys mowing the lawn, and trimming the yard. The worst part is having to unwind the trimmer line right before you finish, because the string has caught into the weed trimmer head. So, what can you do to make the trimmer string last longer? There are a few thi...
Natural disasters like floods are rare, and they don’t only occur out in the country side. Urban areas can have flooding too. Runoff from buildings, parking lots, or streets can overpower the city sewers. It can back up sewage into your basement. Fortunately, you ca...
We all want our homes to be secure and safe. Chances are you have some exterior motion sensors. But what about indoor motion sensor lighting? Indoor motion sensor lighting can be ideal for the elderly, or even when you have houseguests, so that no one has to fumble fo...
The point of a home renovation is to add to the value of your home. Rarely does a home renovation go according to plan, so you should have a detailed plan in place, with an end goal, before you decide upon how extensively to renovate. If you make costly mistakes durin...
You may be considering vinyl flooring for your home. You might have heard that it’s affordable, durable, and easy to install. But what is vinyl? Are you confusing it with linoleum or laminate flooring? Let’s learn more, so you can decide whether vinyl is the best ...
Most of us at some time or another, have experienced a screen door that is sticking. An ideally operating screen door should function easily, with a smooth gliding motion, allowing you to open and close it with one hand. You shouldn’t have to use any force. If your ...
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