Category archive for ‘General’ 
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How to Create More Space in Rooms without Moving Walls
6/17/09Not only does cabinetry utilize space better than furniture throughout the home, it helps you get organized and stay that way
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Classic Ranch with a Yard
1/21/09Hidden Potential shows homebuyers (and its viewers) what their dream home could look like before they buy it. In each episode, a homebuyer will look at three very different homes that need renovation. As they tour each home, a design expert will show the homebuyer computer-generated graphics that will showcase the home’s “hidden potential.” In the end, we’ll learn which house the homebuyer chose to turn into their dream home.
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How to Make Concrete & Concrete Blocks
1/20/09The recipe for making concrete is very simple. The ingredients are Portland cement, sand, gravel and water. Sand and gravel are referred to as aggregates. Sometimes other aggregates such as crushed stone or cinders are used.
When Portland cement is mixed with water a chemical reaction takes place which makes the cement harden. In doing so [...] -
The Controversy Concerning Vent-Free Fireplaces
1/06/09Those who recommend vent-free fireplaces tout their many advantages. A vent-free fireplace can be installed virtually anywhere. A fireplace can be the focal point in the center of a room, without having to be attached to a wall or a ceiling.
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Beginner’s Guide to Understanding House Plans
1/06/09A Floor Plan is a view of a house that would be seen if you were to take a knife and slice the house to see the walls, windows, doors, etc. from the top about mid ways down the walls. This is also called the dimensional plan. Depending on how much detail your builder or local building inspector requires, the minimum set of plans should include the floor plan, exterior elevations, foundation or basement plan, and a roof plan drawn to scale.
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Your Options on Concrete Slab Repair
1/06/09Concrete has to be the most versatile building substance available. You can use it for floors or decks, you can build walls, you can mold it, shape it, even grind and polish it. But when it does start to show its age, it may also be expensive to fix or replace. If at all possible, it’s cheaper to simply repair the existing slab.