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5 Ideas for Eco-Friendly Farmhouse Decor
Table of Contents[Hide][Show]Wonders of Eco-Friendly Wood+−Reclaimed WoodForest Stewardship Council WoodTeak WoodThrifting for Farmhouse DecorDIYEco-Friendly Farmhouse LightingExcess Materials Decorating a home is a fun and important step to make your house feel like home. While there are dozens of decor styles to choose from, farmhouse décor is more popular than ever. It evokes a very …
Interior Window Inserts Offer Cost-Effective Comfort and Energy Savings
As the owner of a home that’s more than 125 years old, I can appreciate the beauty that original windows bring to a structure. But let’s face it, as old house lovers, we pay a big price for those windows in terms of the additional energy cost, comfort and noise! Adding storm windows can …
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Earth-Friendly Decor for Green Living
Table of Contents[Hide][Show]Sustainable ideas for any stylePainting & Staining: Shades of GreenFlooring: Going green under footFurnishing for green livingGreening your cleaningHow to choose safe, effective cleaning products Sustainable ideas for any style We’ve been showing you all kinds of options for sustainable, earth-friendly home improvements. Now, step back and envision a truly green design scheme, …
Home Insulation: Green Armor Against High Energy Costs
Table of Contents[Hide][Show]Choosing and Installing InsulationFirst things first: Work from the top downSpray foam insulation both seals and insulatesTop places drafts get in and how to fix them+−Weak windowsDrafty doorsOutlets and switchesLightingLeaking heating and cooling ductsTrick of the trade: Attic stair insulation Affordable and Effective Energy Saving Improvement The quality of your home’s insulation impacts …
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7 Fun Ways To Add Plants & Greenery Inside Your Home
Table of Contents[Hide][Show]Creative ContainersGot Hang Ups?Nooks & CranniesSprigs & BranchesAdd Some Air PlantsChoose Your PlantsRelax! It’s been proven that bringing nature inside does wonder for homes or workplaces. People are more relaxed, more productive and healthier. You may already have plants in your home but are looking to add more in some fun and interesting …
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Furnace Has Gas Odors
Home is over 160+ years old. I have had a problem with the furnace from the begining. I had put in I think 4-5 years I will have to find my papers on it for the date put in. I have lived in the house 8 years in March. When I had the furnace put in. It was …
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Furnace Has Gas Odors
Home is over 160+ years old. I have had a problem with the furnace from the begining. I had put in I think 4-5 years I will have to find my papers on it for the date put in. I have lived in the house 8 years in March. When I had the furnace put in. It was …
Garage Heating
How do you heat and convert an attached garage to a year round living space for older people who like it warmer in the winter and cool in summer?
Penny Stain: How to Make
I was excited about trying the vinegar and pennies and followed the directions from your article, but nothing happened. The pennies have been soaking for about 2 weeks now and for the most part the vinegar is still clear. What am i doing wrong? Laura
How to Paint Over Concrete
I just recently purchased a home, and unfortunately the previous homeowners were Michigan State fans. There is all sorts of green and white reminders of that throughout the house. Including the landscaping, white rocks in the landscaping beds, and worse of all the concrete foundation, garage floor and walkways are painted …
Insulating Basement?
As it starts to get cold outside, the foyer and kitchen floor (tiled floor and even other areas of the floor with hardwood) of my house is really cold. I can have the heat running at 70 degrees but the floor itself stays cold. Is it worthwhile to insulate the ceiling joists of my basement? Would …
Floor Joist Support: How to Eliminate Bounce
My floor joists are 2x10s, 16 inch on center. Before I drywall the basement ceiling, I would like to stiffen the floor joists to eliminate bounce, by installing new pieces of 2×10 perpendicular to the existing joists. How far apart should I put the new pieces of 2×10? I am trying to find the balance …
The Money Pit Guide to Insulation
Adding insulation is the single most cost-effective way to reduce home heating costs in winter, and cooling costs in summer!
Learn the best insulation options to help preserve comfort, control moisture improve your indoor environment and eliminate chilly drafts!