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  • Turn An Unfinished Basement Into Livable Family Space With These Renovations

    Buying a home with an unfinished basement can often be desirable, given that the residence may be more affordable than a similar one with a finished basement. You won't want to keep the basement unfinished for long, though, as it may be a little inhospitable and, as such seldom used. A remodeling contractor can completely change the look of the basement in a short amount of time, which will effectively increase the livable space of your home.
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  • Want Granite Countertops? Here Are Your Three Best Options

    Granite is obviously a very desirable material when it comes to construction. It is classy and stylish, but also very strong. It is commonly used for countertops because it is smooth, hard, and water resistant. However, natural granite countertops can be pretty expensive. There are a few alternatives to natural granite that you might want to consider. Laminates and engineered composites are two common granite alternatives. This article will discuss granite and how it compares to these less expensive alternatives.
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  • Want To Make Your Bathroom Look Cleaner? Undertake Several Remodeling Projects

    Throughout your home, it makes sense that you want the kitchen and bathrooms to feel the cleanest. These are areas where you will be preparing food or getting ready for the day. For bathrooms, you want to enjoy a clean bath or shower that makes you feel hygienic when you turn the water off and get out. The counter area and sink will also play a role in the cleanliness in the room, so you must pay attention to everything.
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  • A Few Tips For Remodeling A Small Kitchen

    Working in a small kitchen can sometimes prove difficult. There is not always enough room to easily prepare a meal or intricate dish without having to shuffle things around constantly. Unless you have a nearby room or area you do not currently use, the only way to make the kitchen bigger is to add on to the house. This is not always financially possible, so you are left with finding ways to remodel the kitchen to improve its use of space.
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  • Tips for Repainting Your Kitchen Cabinets

    When you're looking at options for remodeling your kitchen, one of the first things you might want to do is repaint the cabinets. Repainting will give you the chance to completely change the look of your kitchen, but only if you do it right. Here are a few tips to help you get the professional finish that you're looking for. Remove All of the Hardware Before Painting It's extremely difficult to get a complete, even coating of paint on the cabinets without taking the doors off the cabinets and then removing all of the hardware.
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  • Things to Think About When Having a Deck Built

    When you think about remodeling your home, it's important to think beyond the exterior walls, too. Hiring a remodeling contractor to build a deck at the rear of your home is a way to not only increase the home's value but also help you enjoy it more. Whether you favor quiet nights on the deck with your spouse or rowdy parties with friends and neighbors, the deck will be the perfect venue for these gatherings.
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  • Three Improvements To Make To Your Home For The Summertime Months

    If you want to better enjoy your home, you may be looking for ways to make improvements to it. Luckily, there are many projects ideas to consider. You can make your home a lot more fun, especially for the summertime, when you may have a bit more free time. Keep reading to learn some of the improvements that can be made to your home for the summertime months. Install a Sunroom
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  • How To Remodel Your Bathroom Shower To Accommodate A Wheelchair

    One reason to complete renovations inside your home is when a family member has a new disability requiring them to use a wheelchair to get around. This can be a difficult and challenging time for you and your family member with all the new life-style adjustments that need to be made. Fortunately, making the alterations around your home can be made simple by following the recommendations set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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  • 5 Features to Add to Dress Up Your Awning Windows

    Awning windows can be an energy-efficient window selection for your home. These are windows that have their hinges at the top, and they open outward, usually with the assistance of a hand crank. They allow you to control the airflow in a room and also allow you to keep your windows open while it is raining or snowing outside without major risk of getting precipitation in your home. Whether you are replacing your current awning windows or are considering changing the style of some of your current windows to awning windows, there are a few features that you should consider adding to your new windows.
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  • Casement Windows: Outdated Option Or Comeback Feature Of The Year?

    Casement windows are a type of window that is fixed on a hinge on one side of the frame. They open and close as the user turns a little crank. These windows were popular in homes through the 1950s, but they then fell out of vogue for a while as hung windows became the norm. However, homeowners are beginning to rediscover the benefits of casement windows, so they're making a bit of a comeback.
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