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Data-Driven Home Aims to Test Which Green Features Work
The fully wired demonstration project compares multiple iterations of systems all under one roof.
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turn spoons into hooks
Turn spoons into hooks: Bend spoons, then screw them to a piece of vintage molding or a wall to make a hang-out for dish towels.— 10 Uses for Old Flatware
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Ding-Dong, Ditch Your Old Doorbell
Reader Edith Doan reminds us how simple it is to jazz up your entry with a stylish push button
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Best Yard Before and Afters 2012
You showed us your lush and charming outdoor spaces. Now see which ones were finalists in our annual Reader Remodel Contest
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Infill That’s Mindful, Can Help Your Bottom Line
Infill that pays attention to designing for density benefits the new residents as well as the existing ones, and it’s good for a builder’s bottom line, too.
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FourPlans: Luxury in Less Than 2,200 Square Feet
Make your homes stand out from existing stock by offering buyers one of these small-yet-deluxe plans. An outdoor fireplace? Check.
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Thermal Imaging Can Go Beyond Heat Checks
But the benefits of the technology aren’t appreciated by consumers, and builders won’t test unless they have to.
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A Textured Backsplash Anchors a Freestanding Tub
For a master bath redo in a condo owned by a busy single guy, an open plan master bath with a luxurious tub gives a spa-like vibe.
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WHAT IS A NICHE?
WHAT IS A NICHE? When we renovate bathrooms we always contemplate installing a Niche. It eliminates shampoo bottles on the floor or using a shower caddy that hangs from the shower head. This one was extra large to accommodate the bath toys as well as an array of hair product. Sometimes a homeowner just wants…
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Prep Area, Homework Station, Dining Table: This Kitchen Island Does It All
Hobson Remodel, Reno, Nev.
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