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Guest Post:  How to Keep Your Floors Looking New

Guest Post: How to Keep Your Floors Looking New

In today’s guest post by Karla Jennings, learn some tricks and techniques for keeping any kind of flooring looking like new.  Continue Reading

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Guest Post:  How to Choose Outdoor Furniture That Lasts

Guest Post: How to Choose Outdoor Furniture That Lasts

As summer winds down, you will find that outdoor furniture is offered at reduced prices at furniture stores around the country.  However, do you know what to look for in quality outdoor furniture?  Today’s guest post will help you choose and maintain the best quality outdoor furniture. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  What to Consider Before Choosing New Flooring

Guest Post: What to Consider Before Choosing New Flooring

Flooring is a large investment for any home.  Not only should you consider cost and style, but there are other things to think about before installing a new floor.  In today’s guest post, you will learn what to consider before choosing new flooring for your home. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Non-Fabric, Non-Traditional Window Treatments

Non-Fabric, Non-Traditional Window Treatments

While cornices, valances and drapery panels are the most common types of window treatments, they aren’t your only options.  Sometimes, something a bit non-traditional may be just the thing that makes your room unique. Pin ItContinue Reading

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What is Millwork?

What is Millwork?

If you’ve ever built a house or taken on a major remodeling project, the term “millwork” was probably thrown around by your contractor.  I often hear from homeowners who are confused about what “millwork” actually is.  So, I’ll let you in on the meaning of this design and construction term… Pin ItContinue Reading

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What is Quarter Sawn Wood?

What is Quarter Sawn Wood?

Did you know that the shape of the grain on a piece of wood can be controlled by the way the boards are cut?  If you make a conscious, careful choice about the boards you use in your home, you can get just the look you want. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Before & After:  Billiard Room

Before & After: Billiard Room

Paint is a wonderful, inexpensive way to change the look and feel of a space.  But, unfortunately, it can’t do everything.  In today’s before and after photos, we take a look at a billiard room that needed a little more style. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Tips For Choosing the Right Wood Flooring

Guest Post: Tips For Choosing the Right Wood Flooring

Today’s guest post comes to us from Erin Alexandra from DIY Home & Floor.  Erin offers a quick overview of the different types of flooring on the market, and tips for helping you choose the best one for your project. Pin ItContinue Reading

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What Is Engineered Wood Flooring?

What Is Engineered Wood Flooring?

Choosing a wood floor can be a confusing experience.  Not only are there hundreds of species, finishes and plank sizes to choose from, but there are also several different types of wood flooring, too.  Engineered flooring is real wood, but has been altered to make it even better. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Oil-Based or Water-Based:  Choosing the Right Wood Finish

Oil-Based or Water-Based: Choosing the Right Wood Finish

Choosing the right wood finish for your projects can be confusing.  With both water-based and oil-based finishes available, how do you know which one to choose?  Read on for some tips… Pin ItContinue Reading

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