Category archive for ‘Indoor Decor’ 
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It’s Time to Clean House With an Air Purifier
Climate Control, Family RoomsAccording to the American Lung Association’s 2005 State of the Air report, more than 152 million Americans, or 52 percent of the population, breathe dirty air.
Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency ranks poor indoor air quality as a top five environmental risk to public well-being? Less than 20 percent of Americans believe that indoor air can be as polluted as outdoor air. Yet a home’s indoor air quality can be five times worse.
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Tips for a Cleaner, Healthier Home
Climate Control, Family Rooms, Indoor Decor“Homeowners often complain about poor indoor air quality leading to headaches, dry eyes and fatigue, as well as asthma and allergy attacks,” said home improvement expert Lou Manfredini.
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A Tween-age Bedroom
Bedrooms, Childrens Rooms, D.I.Y., Interior DesignWatch this HGTV video to learn how to strike a perfect balance of fun and function to please mother and daughter in this teenager’s bedroom.
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Morning Bars Add Luxury to the Bedroom
Bedrooms, Interior DesignImagine waking up to the smell of fresh-brewed coffee, just feet away from your bed, or grabbing an ice-cold beverage and a late-night snack without ever leaving the comfort of your bedroom.
Forget the walk-in closet and the master bath; the morning bar is one of the hottest new home amenities. The typical morning bar includes a sink and faucet, small refrigerator, drawer dishwasher and small counter to hold appliances such as a coffee maker, espresso machine or even a microwave oven.
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Treating Your Windows Can Save You Money This Winter
Climate Control, Home Improvement, WindowsWhen it comes to saving energy, it pays to conserve. American consumers pay about $25 billion annually to heat and cool air that eventually leaks to the outdoors. The collective cost for this wasted energy is enormous, an amount equivalent to the value of the oil produced by the Alaska Pipeline.
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Build a Redwood Fence In Five Easy Steps
Backyards, D.I.Y., Fences, Home Improvement, Landscaping, Outdoor DecorFences are built for many reasons. Fences keep children or animals in the yard and define property lines. Fences also provide security and privacy, and complement other backyard amenities, like pools, spas and decks.
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With Insulating Blinds, Homeowners See Real Savings
Climate Control, Family Rooms, Home Improvement, Indoor Decor, WindowsMany Americans send energy – and their hard-earned money – right out the window. Poorly insulated windows make heating and cooling systems work harder to keep homes comfortable. Homeowners not only feel uncomfortable but also waste hundreds of dollars.
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Redecorate Your Yard and Help Reverse Global Warming
Furniture, Outdoor Decor, Outdoor DecorWith the nice weather, more people are spending time outside enjoying their yards. If you are looking to add some new furniture and decor, consider some new lawn furniture, a gazebo or pergola, a swing or just some planter boxes.
