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  • How To Build Your Own Fire Pit For Your Backyard

    There's nothing better than a cool summer night, sitting by a campfire to keep warm and surrounded by your closest family and friends. You've probably done this at one time or another, but have you done this at your own home? Do you even have a fire pit? You can have your own fire pit, built all by yourself, to enjoy with your family and friends. See below for instructions to build your own fire pit.
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  • Live In The Country And Worried About Power Loss? What To Do To Prepare For Storms

    If you are worried that your home is so far out in the country that it could be difficult for help to get back there during a big storm, you want to make sure that you have some of the necessities needed to survive. You can protect your home and your family at the same time. You want to make sure that everyone can stay healthy and functional until the power is restored.
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  • 3 Great Ways To Remove Pet Odors From Your Home

    If you have a pet inside and have noticed that the smell of pet odor is beginning to overwhelm your home, then it is time to take action. There are multiple smells having pets in your home create, with the worst being urine. However, just because you have this smell in your home currently doesn't mean you can't get rid of it. There are certain things you can do to reduce and even eliminate the smell of pet odor in your home and this article will discuss 3 of these things.
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  • How A Water Softener Can Affect How Your Water Tastes

    If you discover that your water is really hard, you might find that it is difficult to wash your hair and that the hard water is uncomfortable. Installing a water softener is the best way to eliminate the problem of hard water. The water softener is not supposed to affect the flavor of your water. However, there are some situations where a water softener can worsen or improve how your water tastes.
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  • Add An Etched Border Around Your Bathroom Vanity's Mirror

    Add a decorative border around your bathroom's vanity mirror with stencils and etching cream. The following steps will teach you how to transform a plain mirror into one that is decorative and appealing to look at.  Materials glass cleaner lint-free cloths self-adhesive stencils ruler disposable gloves face mask etching cream plastic bowl mixing stick paintbrushes (various sizes) bucket of warm water sponge trash bag Remove Residue From The Mirror And Attach Stencils
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  • What Every Expectant Parent Needs To Know About The Ph Of Their Home Water Supply

    If you are expecting a baby soon, you are probably getting your home ready for your bundle of joy. But don't stop at getting the nursery together and baby-proofing your home. There is another important thing that needs to be considered: the pH level of your home's water supply. Here's why it's important and what you need to know to protect your baby's skin and how it can lower their chance of developing asthma.
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  • Residential Bed Bug Extermination : A Guide To Treatment Methods For New Customers

    You may never think that you will have an issue with bed bugs, but statistics show that this is one biting pest that more people have to deal with than what you may expect. As many as one in every five people has either dealt with their own bed bug problem or they know someone who has. If you happen to be one of the unlucky people who find bed bugs taking up residence in your own home, extermination will likely be at the forefront of your thoughts.
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  • Fish Keep Dying? Why Have Your Carpets Professionally Cleaned

    Your beautiful fish keep dying in their aquarium and you don't know why. But after you vacuum your carpets, you notice that some of your fish seem lethargic, while others experience changes in their scales and appetites. The condition of your carpets could be the cause of your fish problems. Some fish diseases and conditions develop when the aquarium's water becomes unhealthy. Ammonia, dust mites and other contaminants can fly into your fish tank and harm your beloved pets.
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  • Taking the Fun Underground—Four Basement Remodeling Ideas

    If you have a basement in your home that isn't getting that much use or needs an upgrade, this is a great time to expand the usable space and up your homes resale value. Depending on your lifestyle, there are quite a few options when it comes to basement remodeling. Here are four basement updates that might make your basement the favorite place to be in your home. 1. Studio Apartment
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  • Cooling A New Room With A Window Unit: Key Considerations

    Adding on a new room to your home is a great way to obtain more living space, but you might have concerns about how to keep it cool and comfortable. Of course, you could connect the space to your central air conditioner, but this might not be the best option. Installing a window unit is much less complicated and a task you can do yourself. This article examines some of the key considerations to keep in mind concerning cooling a new room with a window unit.
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