2016

  • Running a Baking Business Out of Your Home? What Appliance Upgrades Might You Need?

    Whether you're selling your homemade baked goods to a mostly local clientele or to a nationwide audience willing to pay for expedited shipping, baking large quantities of different items on a daily basis may be placing more of a burden on your kitchen appliances than they were meant to handle. By upgrading certain appliances and adding in additional conveniences, you may be able to significantly increase both your output and revenue—but which appliances can provide the most bang for the buck for your small business?
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  • Teens And Abusive Exes: How Can You Protect Your Loved One and Home From Harm?

    If your teen becomes the target of an angry or abusive ex-boyfriend or girlfriend, you may want to do all you can to protect your loved one from that person. If the abusive ex threatens to break and enter your home to antagonize or harm your teen, contact a locksmith for services. A locksmith may offer a number of security systems to keep your loved one and home safe from the intruder, including security locks and camera systems.
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  • What To Expect From A Water Softener

    If you have noticed that your soap and shampoo doesn't lather as well as it should, or that your laundry looks dull and dingy, you may be wondering how to solve the problem. These are common signs that your water is "hard water" and contains high levels of magnesium and calcium. To correct the problem, you will need a water softener that removes the magnesium and calcium from your water. However, a water softener alone will not solve all your laundry and cleaning problems.
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  • Cleaning And Maintaining Your Silk Velvet Drapes

    From adding color and texture for decorative purposes to insulating your windows against the harsh temperatures of summer and winter, it is easy to see the importance of window treatments. While valances, blinds, and shutters are common options, opting for classic draperies in elegant fabrics is a great way to add personality to your home. Considering silk velvet was first used thousands of years ago in China and Egypt, using these elegant draperies is a choice that will stand the test of time.
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  • Install Hardwood Floors To Make A Smaller Home Appear Bigger

    Many retirees in Ohio are moving into smaller homes. The Columbus Dispatch reports that, over the next 15 years, 120,000 people in Central Ohio are expected to downsize their homes after they turn 65. That figure doesn't include seniors elsewhere in the state. If you're nearing retirement and live in Ohio, you may soon be purchasing a home that's smaller than your current one. You don't have to live in a home that looks small, though.
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  • Dress Your Windows Up for Winter and Save Money on Energy

    If your windows are older than a few years old, you likely notice a lack of performance when it comes to insulating your home and supporting optimal indoor temperatures throughout the year. Replacing your windows altogether to protect your home and save energy can be a costly endeavor, but there are a few things you can do to enhance the performance of your current windows without the need for a complete replacement.
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  • 3 Easy Home Updates Sure To Save You Money All Year

    Making small renovations and updates to your home throughout the years is an effective way to maintain a high property value overall, as well as optimize comfort for everyone who happens to be living within your household. Expensive updates such as roof replacements and room additions can be helpful, but you don't have to spend a bundle in order to benefit from a few home updates once in a while. If you're looking to give your home a newer look and feel without breaking the bank, and maybe even saving some money as time goes on, consider implementing one or more of the following three home update ideas:
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  • Tips For Choosing The Right Tarps For Your Trucks

    When you're hauling a lot of materials that are vulnerable to damage, moisture and other hazards, you'll want to take steps to protect those materials as best as possible. One of the best ways to do this is by investing in a waterproof tarp for each of your trucks. Tarps are available in all shapes and sizes, which means that you're sure to find one that will fit the back side of your truck no matter how big it is.
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  • Apartment Owners: 5 Space-Saving Dining Solutions

    The dining room is one of the most social parts of many American family homes, but the size of the property you live in can make a big difference when it comes to the space available to sit around a table. Mansion owners rarely need to worry, but if you live in a compact apartment where space is a premium, you may need to think more creatively about creating a usable dining space.
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  • 5 Ways To Accomodate A Home Office In A Tiny House

    Living in a tiny house comes with many sacrifices for space and room when the whole building is only 200 to 400 square feet. A living area can often double as a dining room, bedroom, and a home office. If you're seeking the comforts of an office in a small living space, then there are five options that are ideal for a tiny home. By carefully shopping for pieces of office furniture, you can have the room to work effectively and get tasks completed as needed.
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