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About Antique Roll Top Desks

By Donna Thacker

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The roll top desk continues to be a functional, yet stylish piece of furniture in many homes and businesses. From its early days of craftsmanship to its modern mass production, it has transformed to lend itself to different uses. The roll top ... more »

About Antique Victorian Furniture

By Serena Makofsky

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Victorian furniture was made in England in the nineteenth century. During the Victorian era, Britain ushered in industrialization and mechanization, which fueled the economy and prompted consumerism. Wealthy industrialists purchased big estates ... more »

About Baby Nurseries

By L. Kelley

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Planning and decorating a baby nursery is an enjoyable experience for many pregnant women. You may think that all you need to decide is the color and theme of the room. But, there are some other considerations before decorating the nursery... more »

About Barbeque Grills

By Angela

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Nothing says summer like a backyard barbeque. A successful barbeque does not require an expert cook to do the work. Using a barbeque grill to slow cook meat and vegetables can be acheived by anyone who is willing to put forth the effort to watch ... more »

About Built-In Ovens

By Josienita Borlongan

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There are many reasons why many people prefer to have built-in ovens in their kitchens. They can maximize a kitchen space as well as allow multiple cooks to work together. While one uses a cook top or stove, the other one can work on the food ... more »

About Bulletin Boards

By Ann Johnson

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Bulletin boards posted at the summer camp let everyone know what was on the day's agenda or what they would be serving in the cafeteria. The bulletin board posted by a person's desk might be a bit more intimate, including pictures of the new ... more »

About Bunk Beds

By Michael Arcand

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Bunk beds are a unique space-saving piece of bedroom furniture that can be designed in many styles. Featured mainly in children's rooms, bunk beds are also used by the military as well as recreational vehicle designers and anyone who is looking ... more »

About Canna Bulbs

By CrunchingLeaves

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The canna bulb, also known as the canna lily, originated in the West Indies and South America, but this perennial is now grown all over the world and prized for its large, showy flowers, its unusual height, and its striking foliage. In some parts ... more »

About Cardboard Recycling

By Jonae Fredericks

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The recycling process turns used cardboard and paper into a pulp that is transformed into new paper items. The bulk of the newsprint, paper towels, toilet paper and storage boxes that people utilize today are a direct result of the efforts of the ... more »

About Carpet Stains

By Cathryn Whitehead

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Many people buy carpet with stain guard or treat their carpets with a commercial stain guard. If you don't have stain guard on your carpet, there are still many ways to remove stains. Be sure to test any solution in an inconspicuous area or on ... more »

About Ceiling Paint

By MacDonald

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While there are no color rules for painting ceilings, go to any paint store and you'll see a shelf full of white ceiling paint, since this is the most common ceiling color. However, chances are that white ceiling paint isn't truly white. There ... more »

About Cigarette Smoke Detectors

By Carole Vansickle

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Conventional smoke detectors often do not detect the small wisps of smoke from cigarettes. While this can be convenient if you smoke in the house, it can also be problematic if you wish to prevent people from lighting up in your house, in ... more »

About Concrete Stamping Mats

By Josienita Borlongan

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Concrete stamps are cheaper alternatives than flagstones and slates. They provide a variety of design options that can match the architecture of any building, whether it is a home or a commercial building. They are a popular choice for ... more »

About Crystal Chandeliers

By Lauren Vork

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Have you ever looked at a hanging chandelier and wondered how it came to be? Crystal chandeliers have long been an iconic symbol of luxury and opulence, as well as a pinnacle of beautiful interior decorating. These dazzling installations enjoy a ... more »

About Damaged Plaster

By MacDonald

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Modern drywall didn't come into wide usage until the 1940s. Prior to that, plaster was the construction material of choice for walls and ceilings. Since most plaster is in older homes, time and moisture eventually lead to damaged plaster. ... more »

About Dead Bolt Locks

By Catnipp

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Deadbolt locks can provide you with the peace of mind of knowing you are safe. This type of lock cannot be picked, forced open or bumped. They are available in numerous styles and colors to match any decor. They are often installed in homes and ... more »

About Decorative Wood Beams

By Catnipp

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Decorative wood beams can be both functional and ornamental. They are most often located on the interior of a home, but could be found in exterior locations too. These beams come in various materials and styles, both handcrafted and factory-produced... more »

About De-Thatching a Lawn

By ValerieDavid

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A healthy thatch layer on your lawn helps hold in moisture and prevent drought or heat stress. Excessive thatch build-up, however, can lead to a variety of problems with your lawn's health and appearance. When done properly, de-thatching can help ... more »

About Dining Room Chairs

By ValerieDavid

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The repetition of any design element, whether with color or accessories or furniture, is the first thing to catch the eye. This is why dining chairs, in their groups of six or eight or twenty, can make such a strong design statement in the home. ... more »

About Dollar Weeds

By Kirk Edward Brown

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Dollar weeds, also known as pennywort, are a small, broad-leafed aquatic perennial. They thrive in warm, temperate regions. Classified as an invasive species, dollar weeds spread quickly. Though viewed primarily as a weed, dollar weeds are a ... more »

About Downspouts

By ValerieDavid

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Gutter downspouts are a major component of every home's design, providing proper rain water drainage and diversion. These wide metal pipes snake down from every corner of the roof and dissect walls and porches, creating an aesthetic challenge for ... more »

About DPDT Switches

By Josienita Borlongan

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DPDT stands for Double Pole Double Throw. The double pole is for a dual switched output and the double throw is for the on or off conditions. DPDT consists of two separate switches that operate at the same time, each one with normally open and ... more »

About Drainage

By Josienita Borlongan

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No matter how good a garden looks like, without proper drainage the plants may suffer and the soil saturates when the heavy rains come. Furthermore, many crops will not survive which can affect the livelihood of the farmers, as well as supply and ... more »

About Dry Stack Stone Retaining Walls

By Naomi Judd

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Dry stack stone retaining walls are a beautiful historic edition to any garden, pasture, house or pathway. The old art of mortarless rock stacking still stands today as an ergonomically and ecologically sound choice for building a retaining wall... more »

About Drywall Damage

By MacDonald

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Drywall is fairly soft, and drywall damage repair is an inevitable part of preparing any room for painting. The damage can be minor, like nail pops, dings or hairline stress cracks. Removing stubborn wallpaper can cause extensive drywall damage. ... more »