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Home Hygiene Tips

January 2, 2024

  Taking care of your home is as important as taking care of your body. Cleaning and disinfecting your home helps reduce your risk of infection to keep you and your family healthy. Use these home hygiene and health tips to maintain a clean, comfortable environment. Understanding Why Good Home Hygiene Is Important General home…

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Ask Our Experts: Manifold-Style Plumbing Systems

May 3, 2017

Question for Our Experts: Iโ€™ve seen โ€œmanifoldโ€ plumbing systems in newer homes โ€“ the kind where each faucet, toilet, or shower has a home-run supply of water (both hot and cold) from your water source.ย  Are these newer-style systems better than traditional plumbing? Our Expertsโ€™ Answer: Short Answer For the most part – yes, these…

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Interior Design Q&A: Granite Countertop Selection

May 2, 2017

Question. I have black appliances and cherry cabinets and a light- to med-beige tile. I am going crazy trying to choose a granite color –ย can you please help? Answer. You may want to consider a lighter granite top because of the dark cabinets and dark appliances. Something to compliment the flooring could tie the room…

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Interior Design Q&A: Appropriateness of Darker Cabinets

May 2, 2017

Question. We just recently built a new home and I chose off-white cabinets in the kitchen – and I do not like them. They are too plain and stark (mission). I really liked a stained wood, but I got talked into these. I am seriously considering changing them and also the counter and peninsula. I…

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Most Common Metal Fabrication Processes and Applications

April 24, 2017

What Is the Metal Fabrication Process? | Fabricated Metals Used in Product Making | Industries That Use Metal-Fabricated Products | Everyday Items Made from Metal Fabrication Processes In every household and working environment, metal plays a major role in how people operate. From appliances and light fixtures to desk tools, chairs, and utensils, metal is…

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Interior Design Q&A: Matching Countertop to Existing Decor

April 3, 2017

Question. I want to change the kitchen countertop. I have stainless steel appliances, natural oak color cabinets, and light gray speckled floor. Should we match the new counter to the cabinets, floor, appliances, or something else? Thanks. Answer. When choosing new countertops for your kitchen, you might want to start by setting a budget. Your…

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Interior Design Q&A: Sofa Selection for Den with Knotty Pine

April 3, 2017

Question. I have a den with knotty pine walls. They are aged and golden orange. I have a Berber carpet that is cream colored. What color sofa and recliners would accentuate this? I like neutrals and solids. Answer. I would have to see your space before I could give you an exact color choice. Sofa…

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