Atlas Homewares, the vibrant home hardware company, is pleased to announce the addition of the Stainless collection to their repertoire of fun and funky decorative
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After your lawn gets its last seasonal cut, it is time to put away spring and summer outdoor power equipment, like lawn mowers, leaf blowers,
The holidays are a magical time of year. The snow is falling, the lights are twinkling, and good cheer is all around. Shopping for the
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Build useful storage shelves and closet cubbies in the otherwise unused areas of your home. With a little work and ingenuity you’ll be surprised at the many organized areas you can create.
Largest Gathering of Housing Industry Professionals to Convene in Las Vegas in January Registration Numbers Point to Banner Year for IBS, KBIS and NHS WASHINGTON,
Buried and hidden treasure may be the stuff of legend and film, but treasure hunters exist—both professionals and hobbyists. By: Temi J Sacks Take for
MoistureShield, a signature composite decking brand at Oldcastle APG, today introduced new Solid Core™ Composite Series Railing and Compass™ Series Aluminum Railing that adds a contemporary,
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For home-based businesses, telecommuters and job-seekers, the Alliance to Save Energy offers tips on cutting home-office energy bills.
By Matt Weber A concrete slab is one of the basic components of modern construction throughout the world. Whether used as a building foundation, sidewalk,
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By Francesca Holmes How many times have you passed by your neighbor’s lush landscaped garden and felt a tinge of envy run through your body?
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By Tom Matthews A new coat of paint is one of the most striking enhancements one can make to the curb appeal of a home.
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Photo illustrated spiral stair project with 24 step-by-step photos By Matt Weber Constructing a spiral staircase is a daunting task even for experienced carpenters. For
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Mainely Vinyl, serving Eastern Maine, recently selected Beach House Shake®, an innovative shake material, to recapture Downeast charm for a renovated vacation home. With a
As interest in engaging pros for home improvement projects continues to surge, Dutch Boy® Paints is introducing a new product just for professionals who help
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The best footing tube base & pier footing tubes available today are made by Bigfoot Systems®. The Bigfoot team has been in the construction business for many years and has developed a variety of Bigfoot products for all your construction needs. Rigid plastic footing forms are alternatives to conventional forming methods for concrete pier […]
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