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Desks for your Home Office

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

A home office can be a great addition to your house. It can create an area for your kids to do their homework or your husband to do some after-office work. Turn an unused space like a walk-in closet or an area in your den to a functional home office. Desks are the most important […]

What is the easiest way to texture a wall prior to painting?

Monday, August 4th, 2008

go to lowes or hd, get a bucket of premade light weight joint compound, it makes less of a mess. take a dry wall knife, about six inches and coat wall is a three by three area about an eighth of an inch thick. the thicker you make it the deeper the impressions […]

How should i decorate a small bathroom?

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

and i mean very small…
should i use a print or solid shower curtain, how much wall decor (if any), etc, etc
 
omg! im currently redecorating my own small bathroom! its only about 5ftx5ft and it just has a shower/tub and a toilet with no windows. so my sister and i decided to go with […]

How can I retro-fit my shop light with a switch?

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

My shop light just plugs into the wall without having any way to turn it on / off without unplugging it. Unfortunately, I have no switchable outlets in my garage. Is there somewhere that I can find something like an extention cord that has a switch built into it?
 
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How do i get rid of gnats?

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

there in my kitchen cabinits and they are still here i washe everything too what do i do
 
Your best recourse is chemicals. The supermarket and hardware stores have several flying insect spray options for you to choose from. Just about any one of these will take care of your gnat problem. Be sure […]

Washing instructions for a sleeping bag?

Friday, June 27th, 2008

There is no washing label, only label say the following -
Shell: 100% nylon
exterieur: 100% polymide
lining: 100% nylon
doublure: 100% polymide
insulation: 100% polyester
 
wash on the gentle cycle in a large washer and air dry.
 

What is the best way to clean grout between ceramic tiles on kitchen/entry floor?

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

We have light colored ceramic tile with light grout in the kitchen and entry ways. It stains easily and turns dark. What is the easiest and best way to clean it?
CLR not to be a spokesman or anything
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Steam or bleach, depending on what the stain is. Steam usually conquers all.
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get out a toothbrush or grout […]

Rustic Spells Elegance in the Face of Simplicity

Sunday, June 1st, 2008

If you are trying to emphasize southwestern style in your room or any part of the house, the best way to go is of course - incorporate southwestern décor. Knowledge on the proper furniture that will harmonize with the house fashion will avoid unnecessary and useless purchases when buying home furniture. Though these kinds of […]

Cooking With Only the Best Kitchen Implements

Sunday, June 1st, 2008

Cooking is no easy feat. Gathering all the ingredients, chopping them up and making them into delectable works of art requires the expertise and passion that only masterful chefs have. That’s why, cooking with the appropriate cookware is half the effort. Without proper utensils, the process will be very difficult and will often result to […]

Chocolate in All Shapes and Sizes

Sunday, June 1st, 2008

Gourmet chocolate coins come in delicious flavors such as dark and bitter Belgian chocolate, sweet milk chocolate and even mint flavored ones. What makes them different from other types of chocolate is their high quality flavor that makes them a favorite of chocolate connoisseurs.
Chocolates have been known to the Aztecs and Mayas as a frothy […]