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Do you have a lot of perfume and cologne bottles lying around the house or just sitting there on your vanity table? Not bothered enough to throw them away or simply just forgot about them? Now is the time to gather them all and make a use out of them. Here are some home décor tips on how to repur...
As families become more health-conscious and think more about the food they consume, family farms are on the comeback, regardless of the size. Whether driven to grow produce on their own to make sure their vegetables are pesticide-free, out of a passion for gardening or as a cottage industry for ...
There’s nothing more relaxing than simply staring out of your window and enjoying the view, no? Windows keep the gloom and suffocation away, and are the sign of a happy, airy house. However, like everything else, windows need care too, and neglecting your windows might change the entire mood of y...
Water heaters generally have a lifespan of 8-12 years, but as with anything, the better care you take of it, the longer it will last. There are several easy "set it and forget it" tips that you can use with your water heater, like keeping the thermostat at 120 degrees, and always maintain two fee...
My cute chicken house in Haiku Maui - happy chickens!My laying chickens are now happily housed in their own little chicken coop at the end of our yard where we can keep an eye on them.You might remember these hens when they were in their "chicken tractor" which was a pretty good setup until they ...
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5 Upgrades for a Wow-Worthy Kitchen
(Ronald Christopher & Associates. Proudly serving Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indio, Coachella, Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs.)
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5 Upgrades for a Wow-Worthy KitchenKitchens are fundamentally the lifeblood of any home. Sure, the living room and bedrooms are important, but it’s the kitchen that makes a house into a home. When the kitchen is impressive and inviting, the whole family can picture themselves in and about it in t...
How do you protect your home from fire if you have Pets?
(Keller Williams Coastal Properties)
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How do you protect your home from fire if you have Pets?
Many spend a good amount of money and resources in finding the perfect set of equipment for decorating their garden. It is quite important to ensure that the tools that you buy to suit the needs of your garden minimizes the amount of energy that you need to put in. The size and weight of these to...
Mobile, manufactured or modular homes incorporate different designs and building processes than standard homes. Many mobile homes do not accommodate the application of new exteriors over the older ones or removal of existing exteriors. Similarly, not all types of log-like siding options are suita...
5 Home Exterior Ideas Every Homeowner Should Know
(Rise Up Local & Lead Generation Experts)
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Before you rush out to get the house ‘taken care of,’ it’s worth pausing to consider a few exterior design ideas that can create significant curb appeal for your homestead. As the housing market changes, a homeowner’s curb appeal becomes dramatically more important. The way a house looks and the...
Looking for the perfect book as a gift for the organic gardener or farmer in your life?? When was the last time you had a hard time putting a good gardening book down? A book that helps you see your soil and your plantings with a whole new set of eyes? A book that you can say actually completes a...
Removing Stains From Granite
(Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales)
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Removing Stains From Granite I am listing a home with granite counters and one side has a noticeable stain. I used my phone to Google a solution and I saw the following: Hydrogen peroxide can be used in a cleaning solution for removing grease or stains from your granite surfaces. Mix 1/2 cup of ...
A little bit of maintenance may keep things a little cooler.
(Alliance Real Estate - Minot)
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With the temps in Minot at record highs for the past few days I wanted to share a simple easy tip to get the most out of your older window AC unit.If the inner workings of your window AC unit get to hot the compressor inside of it will shut down and not blow cold air (the fan however will continu...
A living room is one of the most important rooms when making an impression to your guests. It’s the receiving area, and they will most likely spend their entire stay there. Having a welcoming room not only speaks volumes about your hospitality, but is also a good way of showcasing your inner desi...
In any society, marriage is a foundational relationship. All the relationships in the society come from mother and father. These relationships will thrive in the society if the relationship between mother-father or wife-husband is strong. Good marriages are important for the development of a stro...
Homeowners work hard to maintain their property — as well they should. A home is the most valuable thing that most homeowners will ever own, and its value is far from a set thing. A poorly maintained home can erode in value over time, just as a well-maintained home will retain its value. After a ...
The Beach Club Hallandale Beach • Spectacular 2+den 4.5 bath 2 story penthouse with endless ocean view
(SIB REALTY)
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OCEANIA IS AN EXCLUSIVE CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY LOCATED AT 164TH STREET AND COLLINS AVENUE IN SUNNY ISLES BEACH
(SIB REALTY)
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OCEANIA • SUNNY ISLES BEACH • FLORIDA • OCEANIA ISLAND OCEANIA IS AN EXCLUSIVE CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY LOCATED AT 164TH STREET AND COLLINS AVENUE IN SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA. SOME OF THE MORE APPRECIATED FEATURES ARE; POOLSIDE CABANAS, RESTAURANT, CLUB HOUSE WITH ATTENDED FRONT DESK, HEALTH CLUB...