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Decorative accents like crown molding, chair rails and ceiling medallions can give your dining room, den or living room an elegant upgrade without investing in a whole room makeover. And one of them is easier to install for the do-it-yourselfer than the others.
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Functional used to be the best word to describe “green” home design and décor. But, luckily, “green” has been undergoing a glamorous transformation. With more demand for environmentally-friendly products, designers and manufacturers are introducing upscale and luxurious options that prove stylish and “good for the earth” can go hand in hand.
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According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling account for 44 percent of the average home’s total energy use. Replacing old and leaky windows with energy efficient models can bring a significant return on investment when you consider today’s high energy prices. Saving energy is good for your wallet and the environment.
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Nurturing the environment starts at home, right in your backyard. There are countless steps the entire family can take to develop and care for their outdoor haven.
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In the age of the popular home makeover television shows many homeowners may be intimidated by home “makeovers” or renovations. But they don’t need to be.
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According to the Electric Power Research Institute, about 3.5 million people in the United States lose power each week. As power outages become a way of life in some areas of the country, more homeowners are switching from their portable generators to permanent, home generator systems.
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Do you feel like Mother Nature set up camp in your home over the winter? Cold winter months spent indoors often translate to dirt and clutter buildup around the house. And, if you’re like television personality Hannah Keeley, with those first few warm spring days comes the irrepressible urge to throw open the windows and get down and dirty with some serious spring cleaning.
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