Tag: houzz
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stick felt adhesive pads to upright vacuum sides reader tip
Stick adhesive felt pads to the front and sides of an upright vacuum so that it can glide against baseboards without scuffing the finish. — Reader Tips That Save Time and Money
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gravel patios, use landscape fabric between base and gravel
For gravel patios, Roger Cook suggests adding landscape fabric between the packed base and gravel on top, so materials don’t intermingle. — Building Blocks for a Perfect Patio
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succulent leaves hoard water
The fleshy leaves of succulents hoard water for times of drought.
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Whitewash interior brick
Whitewash interior exposed brick: Brush on a tinted latex stain, wipe, and repeat until you achieve the desired look. — DIY Upgrades for Under $100
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let your bed air out before you make it each day for healthy home
Let your bed air out before you make it each day. This will allow mite-friendly moisture to evaporate
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fit a plate rack into kitchen
Remove the doors on an existing upper cabinet and fit the interior with a plate rack for easy access to everyday dishware. — Thrifty Ways to Customize Your Kitchen
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interior storm windows reduce heating costs
Consider interior storm windows. They are barely noticeable but do a great job of stopping air movement and reducing heating costs.
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Clean A Paint Brush
Rinse a brush with the correct solvent, clean the bristles, and store it right.
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fishing line disaster kit essentials
Use fishing line (a super-strong, waterproof filament) to tie a flapping door closed or secure a tarp over a broken car window. — 6 Surprise Disaster-Kit Essentials
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Pumpkin lid, angle in
Angle your cuts inward to prevent the lid from falling in, if you opt for a lid.— How to Carve a Pumpkin