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How Low Should Your Curtains Go?

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One of the questions often asked by homeowners is, ‘How lengthy should full-length curtains be’? Homeowners wish to know whether their curtains should hover just above the floor, break at the floor or puddle on the floor. With design, there are correct or incorrect answers. It all depends on the tastes of the house owner. However, here are some tips to help you consider your options so you choose the curtain length suited for you.…

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5 Common Bathroom Renovation Mistakes To Avoid

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A bathroom should be a place where you can enjoy your own company in peace and luxury. However, even the smallest problems could have an opposite effect. If you’re planning a bathroom renovation, beware of the following common mistakes. Do Not Overspend If You’re Selling If you are renovating your bathroom to increase the value of your property, don’t go overboard on your budget. Bathrooms are expensive to renovate due to the vast amount of different fittings and fixtures that are required.…

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Wooden Wonder: Choosing The Right Wood For A Timber Greenhouse

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While the structure and frames of many modern greenhouses are made from aluminium or tough synthetic materials, there is still a great deal to be said for the traditional wooden greenhouse. Building your greenhouse from timber can create a distinctively attractive and rustic structure suitable for practically any traditionally styled garden, and can be tremendously strong and durable when well-built.  However, a wooden greenhouse is only as good as the wood chosen to build it with, and you should take care to choose a wood that can take the various unique stresses that greenhouse structures must endure.…

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How to Create an Italian Country Kitchen

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If you are thinking about a kitchen renovation, and you want to capture the essence of a traditional Tuscan kitchen in the valleys of the Italian countryside, this is something that you can totally capture in your interior design. All of your friends will want to hang out with you for lasagne nights and negroni cocktails if you just follow this advice. Italian marble for a splash of luxury. What could be more Italian than Italian marble?…

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Causes of Water Tank Pressure Regulator Problems

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When you install a water tank in your home, it is also recommended to have a pressure regulator. This device controls the amount of water that is directed into your household from your tank. By regulating the water pressure, you effectively decrease the chances of damage occurring to shower and faucets due to high water pressure. However, just as most devices, pressure regulators are not immune to mechanical problems. Here are some of the causes of problems that could afflict your water tank’s pressure regulator.…

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Kitchen Renovations: Considerations for the Smaller Kitchen

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Do you have a small kitchen with a lack of storage or worktop space? Are you able to throw some money at the problem? While renovating your kitchen will do nothing to change the size of your room, with careful planning and good design choices you can end up with a kitchen with more functionality. Before parting with your cash, consider the following tips for creating a kitchen that looks bigger and works better.…

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Accessories to Consider When Installing Vinyl Flooring

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If you were contemplating new flooring for your home, vinyl flooring would be an ideal option to consider. This flooring comprises a type of plastic that is referred to as polyvinyl chloride. It is a durable yet cost effective alternative that comes in an array of styles, colours, patterns and designs. This gives you the flexibility to mimic other types of flooring such as hardwood or stone without having to break the bank.…

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What to Consider Before Installing Timber Plantation Shutters

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Apart from allowing light into the house, window shutters play a significant role in the general look of your home. If you want to give your home the best look, then you have to be keen to ensure you choose the right shutters for the house. There are various factors that you need to put into consideration to get desired results. You must have the following in mind. Is the Material Ideal for the Space You Are Considering?…

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Need Storage? 4 Steps To Pack Your Artwork For Storage

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If you’re renovating or planning a move, then you have to store most of your items in a storage unit until you can use them. Storing artwork is a lot trickier than storing regular furniture because excess humidity and temperatures can ruin the paint. While it’s important to choose climate-controlled storage units, you should also follow these steps to pack your precious artwork. Clean The Framing And Paintwork Clean the framing around the painting and the paintwork itself to ensure that dust doesn’t end up ruining this precious piece of art.…

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Lawn Mowers | 3 Glitches Reducing The Efficiency Of Your Lawn Mower

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Lawn mowers are great assets to possess when you own a backyard because they help you cut grass without much stress. While regular lawn mower maintenance is important to prevent problems and to prolong its shelf life, regular wear is inevitable and increases the chance of a glitch occurring occasionally. This guide aims to help you understand and solve glitches that reduce the efficiency of lawn mowers. Your Lawn Mower Refuses To Start…

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