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Texture Walls With Joint Compound Before Painting
I just love when a newsletter subscriber sends me pictures – especially when she shares just what she did to create this gorgeous Living Room by creating Textured Walls With Joint Compound Before Painting! Scroll down to the bottom to see all 5 pictures. Debra,I wanted to share with you pictures...
Faux Leather Paint Finish Ideas
Another great question about Faux Leather Paint Finishes from a newsletter subscriber. I attempted the faux leather-look and tried with many colors and after experimenting with 7 different colors/shades I wasn’t happy with any of them and ended up painting the walls a solid color. I experimented with pieces of wall...
Toddler Boy Bedroom Theme Ideas
Choosing a decorating theme for your toddler boy bedroom isn’t always easy. Your child can make it easy on you, however, if he has developed definite interests at a young age. My twin toddler boys love cars, trucks, boats, trains, motorcycles, anything with an engine in it. For months I debated how...
This is an easy fix if you want to “jazz up” your kitchen back splash or even your fireplace… but don’t have the big bucks for real tile. Learning how to make faux ceramic tile is fun and when you get tired of the “tile” you just paint over it! Much...
Painting Metallic Walls In A Bathroom
Another question today from a faithful reader. Debra: Your expertise is gonna be so helpful. I emailed you earlier about achieving the copper look on church bathroom. I am almost ready to paint it. I was wondering if adding clear glaze to the ready mixed patina metallic copper would make it more workable...
I'm an Organizing Junkie
Picture My Memories ~ The Blue Boots
Several years ago when I was in Ontario visiting my sister we spent some time reorganizing some of her closets. That’s when we came across the boots. The big bad bright blue boots. She didn’t wear them any longer but they held special memories for her from another time. A...
Create a closet where one doesn’t exist
One of the best parts of this blog for me are the awesome readers that enable my “habit”. The emails and pictures I receive displaying all sorts of sweet organizing bliss, causing me to drool all over my keyboard, make me so happy that while I’m moping up my drool...
My newest OpenSky product ~ The Hip Klip
If you want to see what my newest favorite product is, that I absolutely love, be sure to come on over to my review site to check it out and also get 20% off today on the price. Don’t miss out!...
Some great links this week, some organizing related, some inspirational and some for just fun :) I’m loving all these great chore charts to make (@ Somewhat Simple) Such a great reminder ~ Somebody Wants What You Have (@ Amy’s Finer Things) Great idea for Lego organization Organizing Toys ~ Taming of the...
Please join me in welcoming today Laurieann, of Motivate for Sanity’s Sake and owner of Organize It Mom!. Now that we have newly organized spaces, it’s time to talk about how we are going to keep them that way. Thanks Laurieann! You’ve just spent all month cleaning out your closet, sorting...
How is everyone today? Hope you’ve all had a chance to get your menu plans completed for this week. My “simplified” menu plan worked beautifully last week for us and so I’m going to keep it up. Nothing too heavy, lean on the meats, big on flavor, healthy and quick...
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Porter-Cable 55160 16-Inch Omnijig Joinery System
Porter-Cable 55160 Omnijig Joinery System Description The Porter-Cable 55160 is a 16-Inch Omnijig Joinery System. 55160 has a template which is used for rabbeted half-blind and sliding-tapered dovetails. Set & Forget template alignment stops and router bit depth gauges combine to minimize test cuts and offer repeatability across changing applications. Router...
Makita 9005B 5 inch Angle Grinder Review
Makita 9005B Angle Grinder Description Everyone knows the name of Makita is synonymous with high quality power tools. The Makita 9005B 5 inch Angle Grinder is no different. From its Ball Bearing construction to its double insulated power body the 9005B is built to last. Good for any job from grinding...
Milwaukee 48-32-0321 Universal Quik-Lok Drill and Drive Set Review
Milwaukee 48-32-0321 Quik-Lok Drill Drive Set Description The Milwaukee 48-32-0321 is a 21-Pc Universal Quik-Lok Drill and Drive Set that creates the solution to the users everyday needs. Whether you drill pilot holes, use different head screws or even hexagonal type screws, this quik-lok drill and drive set is key....
DeWalt DC528 Heavy-Duty Cordless Fluorescent Area Light Review
DeWalt DC528 Cordless Area Light Description The DeWalt DC528 is a Heavy-Duty 12V volt / 14.4 volt Cordless Fluorescent Area Light Tool. It comes with a built in telescoping hook that allows you to hang the light to illuminate your workr area. For added usability the 2 inch hook also...
Milwaukee 48-11-0200 12V Ni-Cd Battery Review
Milwaukee 48-11-0200 Ni-Cd Battery Description The Milwaukee 48-11-0200 12V Ni-Cd Battery has a compact design and offers more power with its 1.7 amp-hour battery. The 12V Ni-Cad battery gives power to Milwaukee’s Cordless 12V Super Tough Drills, Driver Drills and Impact Wrenches. There is no memory effect with the Milwaukee 48-11-0200...
DeWalt DC310BK 28-Volt Cordless Circular Saw Review
DeWalt DC310BK Cordless Circular Saw Description The DeWalt DC310BK is a 6-1/2 Inch Cordless Circular Saw with NANO Technology. The Cordless Circular Saw is light weight and offers 28 Volts of power which creates 3,850 RPM’s to allow for fast rip cuts as well as cross cuts. The motor...
The Kitchen Designer
Lance Armstrong's Kitchen - Get The Look!
A few weeks ago, Kathy Price-Robinson, a writer, knowledgeable on many and varied remodeling topics, asked me for comments on how to get the look, for less, of Lance Armstrong's kitchen. I proceeded to write paragraphs (and paragraphs) on elements that I observed that one could replicate fairly easily. I'm thrilled...
Just a little blog housekeeping to do and to turn you on (do people still say that?) to a few things you may want to take a look at. First, you'll see a new look for this blog. It's actually an update that I did myself. I may continue tweaking a...
Jason Wu, Brizo & Kitchen Design = NYC Fashion Week
What do fashion in clothing, faucets/fittings and kitchen design have in common? The design and marketing teams behind Brizo, Delta's high end brand, having aligned itself with Jason Wu, designer of Michelle Obama's inaugural gown (one of the most watched fashion designers in recent years) enjoy a relationship that seems...
Here are a few things that you maybe interested in from my travels around the web recently! Thom Filicia & Me First, my interview for Amana with Thom Filicia on kitchen trends. An interviewer asked questions of Thom and me on a variety of topics. I don't think there is anything that...
It's three years today since I made my first entry in this blog! Holding a favorite Scandinavian plate in my kitchen from the island of BornholmMy initial thinking was that I finally had an outlet to talk about, really, to share, my 20+ years of experience as a business owner and...
Delta Pilar Faucet - Touch20 Technology
About a month ago, I was asked to review the Delta Pilar Faucet with Touch20 technology and provided the product by Delta. I knew this might be a perfect product for my son Independent Product Analyst to test in my apartment in Manhattan Independent Product Testing Laboratory. Review aside, do you know...
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This site is all about the DIY handyman, the tools in his shed and what can be done with them around the home. Power Tools - Hardware - DIY - Home Renovation - Home Improvement...
Kitchen Remodeling Ideas Blog
Kitchen Track Lighting Ideas And Styles
Kitchen track lighting has come a long way in recent years. Long gone are the days of plain white tracks with plain white fixtures....
Cable Track Lighting Is Great For High Ceilings
Cable track lighting is very unique, as it has two separate wires, or cables, stretched across the room on which attaches ......
Curved Track Lighting Adds Detail
Curved track lighting adds not only light to your kitchen but also adds another detail. Detail is everything in a kitchen and ......
Flexible Track Lighting System Ideas
A flexible track lighting system has all of the required components for a complete installation. Some kits come with only ......
Here is a free woodworking catalog to help you with your kitchen remodel....
I would like to put some stain on some of the tumbled stone backsplash when it is put up. Do I put that on after the sealer, or before? Hi Evelyn,...
One Project Closer
Delta Showerhead with H2Okinetic Technology
Everyone knows about low-flow showerheads. They’re better for the environment because they use less water. They’re better for your energy bill because your water heater works less. At a glance, it seems like a win-win situation. The problem is that not all low-flow showerheads are built equal. Delta is back in...
Geico vs. AllState for Auto, Home, Landlord, and Umbrella Insurance
We just saved a bunch of money by switching our car insurance to Geico! I’ve always wanted to say that But seriously, we did just switch all of our policies over to Geico from Allstate. We’ve been in the “good hands” for about 6 years. Turns out that those hands are...
If you’ve been reading along, you know that I’m renovating my guest bathroom. My daughter is 13 months old and getting too big for the kitchen sink so it’s time to get this bathroom in order. Here’s my progress so far: Dremel Multi-Max for demolition Installed concrete board Planned out my tile layout Before you...
Hardwood flooring is the single most dramatic upgrade you can make to a home given the time and cost of installation. Hardwoods work in almost any design and in just about any budget. Hardwoods are versatile. While some species, cuts, and finishes turn an informal room into an elegant showpiece,...
Decorative Shelving to Add Style
Decorative shelves are a great way to add interest and function to any room. As I have slowly decorated my house, I have used mirrors, pictures, fabric wall hangings. But I found that I had other small items I wanted to incorporate into the space without adding clutter. ...
Ceramic Tile over Plywood or OSB
Ceramic tile is a very popular upgrade for kitchens, bathrooms, patios, and foyers. It is resistant to water and scratches, making it more durable than hardwoods or vinyl tile for these areas. We’ve installed a number of ceramic and stone floors. The job isn’t difficult when it’s done right… But done...
Home Improvement Made Easy on Doityourself.com
How to Clean a Bamboo Table Runner
A bamboo table runner is elegant, unique and easy to maintain. The bamboo plant is an integral part of the Asian lifestyle and culture. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
How to Form Standing Seam Copper Roofing
Forming a copper roofing standing seam can be a costly process that will run between $20,000 and $30,000. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
Installing Bath/Shower Mixer Taps
A bath shower mixer allows a standard tub to also offer a shower option. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
Shrink Wrap Window Maintenance
Taking care of shrink window wrap helps to maintain it in good condition, especially during cold or winter seasons. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
How to Remove Rust from a Metal Bed Headboard
If you have a metal bed headboard that has developed rust over time, you may want to renovate the piece by removing the rust. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
Keeping Your Dryer Vent Mouse Proof
It is important to keep mice out of your home for safety and sanitary reasons, and one of the main entry points for mice is through your dryer vent. Doityourself.com, THE source for home improvement information. ...
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About.com Pool & Patio
Need to do Pool Math? There's an App for That
Did you barely pass your high school chemistry class? Relax: now iPhone-savvy pool and spa owners and operators are able to download three newly released apps designed to make pool- water calculations easier and quicker. The three apps, introduced by The National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF), in partnership with inQ Mobile Apps LLC,...
Wordless Wednesday: The Coolest Treehouse
My family drove past this treehouse about a year ago in Redlands, California. We stopped to get a better look. The trees branches are spread perfectly to support the treehouse, which does not look to be just for kids. It's equipped with electricity and even has a balcony - a...
Mel Gibson's At It Again: This Time in Malibu
Pool and Patio Property of the Week Actor/director Mel Gibson and his wife, Robyn, have listed their Malibu compound for $14.5 million. The house is the second property the Gibsons currently have on the market - the other is the palatial Old Mill Farm in Greenwich, Connecticut. The Gibsons are divorcing after...
A Crop Every Three Years - Yes, We Have Bananas
I have a banana tree growing right beside my swimming pool that's been there for about six years. Actually, the original one I planted produced bananas about three years ago, then died - as they are predestined to do. Long before Mama Banana Tree started to show signs of aging, lovely...
Wordless Wednesday: Peacock With a Purpose
At the LA Garden Show last year, a peacock casually ascends the cafe steps as others go about their business. A closer look reveals he has a specific goal in mind. Photos by Lisa Hallett Taylor More Wordless Wednesday on About.com Stay up-to-date with Pool and Patio news!Wordless Wednesday: Peacock With a Purpose originally...
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
While the snow may be piling up on the sidewalks outside The Philadelphia Convention Center, it hasn't stopped the show from going on. That's the Philadelphia International Flower Show, the largest indoor flower show in the world, and the United States' oldest home and garden show. How old? Well, it started in...
MAKE Magazine
In the Makers Market: Pi Day accessories
Happy Pi Day from Makers Market! This sterling silver Pi Pendant and Pi Earrings from Oregon jewelers Nicholas and Felice would be a great gift for the mathematician, engineer, or scientist in your life. ...
From the MAKE Flickr pool: Flickr user arms22 built this neat Arduino-based camera, including a LS20031 GPS receiver and a C328 640x480 camera module, with a SD card to store images. The maker provides more ...
While I love a good, messy workshop, I appreciate a clean one if only to get tips on organizing my own space. Craig and Cindy Smith's shop, which they call the Firefly Workshop, offers some neat tricks. Also, what's up with the astromech dome and Wall-E eyes? I am not a...
Happy 3.1415926535 - Pi Day! Pi, Greek letter (), is the symbol for the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. Pi Day is celebrated by math enthusiasts around the world on March 14th. Pi = 3.1415926535… With the use of computers, Pi has been calculated to over 1...
MAKE Flickr Pool Weekly Roundup
This week in the MAKE Flickr pool we saw: Smallest Zine In The World by The Bottomless Paddling Pool, play clothtylophone by syano, Schlitz box amp by nitdoggx, Oscilloscope + arduino by zeni666. ...
The folks over at Geek Squad produced this helpful infographic describing a rescue method that might help save your phone if you accidentally dunk it in water. Read more | Permalink | Comments |...
Old House Web Blog
Time Traveling With Photographs
I answered a question from a gentleman this week who had purchased an old house built in 1910. He was planning on restoring it, and wanted some tips on how he could make the house look like it did when it was first built. My answer was to go into...
Doing It Yourself: If it was easy everyone would do it
The Bathroom Remodeling Checklist blog generated some cool replies from both contractors and homeowners. One struck a cord: A reader mentioned that she didn’t notice a remodeling checklist in the post. I could be mis-interpreting this (as Colin pointed out) and if so, I apologize. If I am interpreting it right,...
I think that most of us involved in the restoration of our old houses are environmentally responsible. If I go to my local lumberyard to place an order, and the salesperson tells me that he can give me the entire order in Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified lumber for the...
Preservation Group Fights for Permission to Demo 180 Year Old House?
February, and the first part of this month, was a busy time for groups working to save old houses, and also for a preservation group fighting for permission to demolish a 180 year old house. First the stories that make sense to me, then about the so called preservation group. A...
Bathroom Remodeling Checklist Remodeling a bathroom is one of the most challenging home improvement projects there is. You basically have to build a little house inside a tiny, incredibly private and personal room. There’s a lot going on in a very small space—and almost always on a tight deadline. However, in most...
There are all types of old house enthusiasts, I personally prefer old colonials, but I don’t think any group loves their old houses more than those who have been seduced by homes of the Victorian Era. I have been on many blogs and websites devoted to Victorian homes and their...
Home Improvement Blog
DIY Home portray: Use Stencils to Add a Personal Touch
Interested in adding a special touch to your house portray? Stencils have been used for hundreds of years by not-so-artistic DIY home portray folks who want to turn out beautiful designs without too much effort. Unfortunately, stenciling doesn’t always turn out like it should, so let me share a fe… ...
You might think it is too soon to be planning out a garden. Some of you reading that still have snow on the ground. But while the weather is cold external, it is a perfect instance to do the research essential for planning the garden. Read the...
Do You Ever Use Soft Pink Bulbs?
I have a variety of lamps in my bedroom, as well as overhead lighting, which I use for all different functions. I pretty much only use my globe floor lamp when I’m in relaxation/reading/near-sleep mode, though. It casts a nice glow in the room and has a dimmer so I...
We all have suitable trouble keeping up with cleaning our own homes, but we shouldn’t forget about the birds, either! According to the National Audubon Society , you should empty your birdseed feeders of old seed and hulls about once or twice a month, and soon after clean them by...
Desire/Acquire: Eames Walnut Stool
Charles and Ray Eames have won by my heart but not necessarily my paycheck. Even still, I’ve had my eye on the duo’s iconic Walnut Stools ($829) from the day I spotted them in the corner at Room & Board. Originally made in 1960 for the duration Life Building in...
Eco-Friendly and Visually Striking: Homes by Case Architects
that beauty by Case Architects is part of the Columbia City Green project. Not only is it lovely to look at, but it’s plus kind to the environment. The yellow-blue-green façade is created with low-toxicity paints and finishes, as well as recyclable materials. It is said to supply energy and...
Bathroom Remodel DIY Tips and Ideas
Feb 27, The Bathroom Vessel Sink
The bathroom vessel sink is the crown of the bathroom...
Feb 25, what is the best replacement for 4" x 4" shower tiles
what is a replacement for 4 x 4 tiles up the shower wall above the tub? Thank you for submitting a question to our Bathroom Remodel How-To page......
Feb 25, Is it possible to paint bathroom porcelain tile
Can you repaint bathroom porcelain tile, also how do you remove paint from bathroom tub. What type of paint do you use? Thank you for submitting a Bathroom...
Shower Faucet Repair is not too hard to Do It Yourself...
Feb 13, Bathroom Remodel Project Replacing Tub Later
I am planning on replacing the bath vanity, toilet and install new tile floor and wall tiles. I don't want to tackle the tub removal and tub area tiling...
Feb 6, Bathroom Colors - Help in Choosing
Choosing bathroom colors can be almost as hard as choosing everything else tha tis a part of your bathroom remodel....
The Home Know-It-All
The Furnace Saga Continues: Making a Decision
As you know, our 15-year-old furnace recently developed a hole in the combustion chamber, which left us scrambling to answer this question: Do we repair it or replace it? Luckily, the decision was easier than we thought. Most gas furnaces......
The furnace we've had for 15 years has a hole in the combustion chamber. So, what happens next? Our furnace needed to be shut down because of carbon monoxide exposure (though we were well below toxic levels when the air......
Chamber of Horrors – What happens next?
Our furnace of 15 years has been just diagnosed has having a hole in the combustion chamber. So, what happens next? Our furnace contractor turned on the furnace and showed me what a hole or crack in the combustion chamber......
There is little in this world that causes as much stress as suddenly realizing your furnace fan is running constantly and yet the house is cooling down. Our furnace of 15 years decided it had just had enough, I guess,......
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Home Improvement Blog
by Robert Wright Maybe your kids are starting to think about what they would like to do when finish school. Have you considered a trade? You may say no way – “it’s a dirty, unsafe, low pay occupation!” You maybe surprised by the reality of working in the trades and the opportunities...
Casting Couples: HGTV’s Marriage Under Construction
Triconfilms is currently casting couples for the HGTV show Marriage Under Constrution. Are you a young couple, married or engaged, and looking to buy your first home together? If so, we want to meet you! Marriage Under Construction is a hit show that chronicles the real lives of a young, newly married...
by Guest If you have a dark room that you are trying to light, you probably already know that it isn’t an easy task to accomplish. It’s important to understand how different light fixtures illuminate a space differently. This way you are sure to get the right lighting combination for your...
A Look back at the National Home Show
HRG has had a great time at the 2010 National. It was the first year that we had a booth and it was great to get feedback from the attendants as well as other exhibitors about how our site HomeRenovationGuide.com is a great resource for people looking to renovate their...
by Robert Wright There are many, many products, services and gadgets that can make the running and maintaining of your home easier. However, many of these are expensive, complicated, and may not live up to the billing. The best “stuff” is usually comparatively inexpensive and easy to install when your home is...
Casting Call for Home Rules in NYC
Leopard Films USA is currently casting a brand new series for HGTV. The new series titled Home Rules is the network’s premiere hour long show, featuring home renovation with a twist. … In the channels first hour-long show, a lucky family receives a complete home and life makeover. We are looking for...
the How-To Geek
Install GIMP 2.7.1 on Lucid Lynx using PPA
GIMP lovers are going to be disappointed to hear that GIMP is going away in the next release of much awaited Ubuntu 10.04. Today we take a look at installing in on Lucid Lynx using PPA. The reason for getting rid of it as cited by the GIMP developers, is that...
Desktop Fun: Pirate Theme Wallpapers
Are you looking for some high seas adventure for your desktop? Then get ready to hoist the colors with our Pirate Theme Wallpapers collection. Note: Click on the picture to see the full-size image—these wallpapers vary in size so you may need to crop, stretch, or place them on a colored...
Help Protect Your Children with the CEOP Enhanced Internet Explorer 8
Do you want to make Internet Explorer safer and more helpful for you and family? Then join us as we look at the CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre) enhanced version of Internet Explorer 8. Setting CEOP Up We chose to install the whole CEOP pack in order to have access...
Friday Fun: Games that Look Like Productivity Apps
We’ve been showing you fun flash games to play during company time on a Friday afternoon. Hopefully while playing them, you haven’t received a “talking to”. Today we show you some cool games to play that look like productivity apps, so the boss will be none the wiser. The website cantyouseeimbusy.com...
Listen to Local FM Radio in Windows 7 Media Center
If you have a supported tuner card and connected FM antenna, you can listen to your favorite local over-the-air FM stations in Windows 7 Media Center. Before the FM radio option will be available in Windows Media Center, you’ll need to have a TV or Radio tuner card installed and configured....
Play Your Favorite DOS Games in XP, Vista, and Windows 7
Want to take a trip down memory lane with old school DOS games? D-Fend Reloaded makes it easy for you to play your favorite DOS games directly on XP, Vista, and Windows 7. D-Fend Reloaded is a great frontend for DOSBox, the popular DOS emulator. It lets you install and run...