All posts by onthehouse
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Blocking Backup
Repair and improvement backup “blocking” today adds extra support tomorrow In the world of theater and on movie sets, “blocking” tells actors where to go. Repair and improvement “blocking” helps in your home, too. When you open...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Bathtub Restoration
Can’t afford to replace your tub with one that’s new? Here are a few options — from us to you Does your tub have so many chips that it looks like a dalmatian or Bonnie and Clyde’s...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Bath Remodeling Trends
What’s hot? What’s not? Tips for adding, fixing, removing or redoing The FBI introduced its “10 most-wanted list” in 1950 to assist in capturing dangerous criminals who were at large. The Carey Brothers have a “most-wanted list,”...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Basements: Low-Down Luxury
Guess what room is fast becoming the “new” home entertainment center? Today you’ll learn what room is fast becoming the new home entertainment center! Low interest rates and soaring home prices have many homeowners tapping into their...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Basement Remodeling
Want a basement rec’ room (to avoid a wrecked living room)? What to know Got lots of company today — friends and relatives visiting, relaxing and watching football? Here’s what you’ll need to know if you’re considering...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Attic Access
Pull-down folding stairs: They’re good if installed right and made of sturdy wood It was Thursday and I was working the residential detail with my partner Frank — that’s Detective Frank Furter. I’m Joe Friedegg, home improvement...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Let Your Fingers Do the Saving
If you want to save money, use “411” sparingly In 1963 Ma Bell introduced touch-tone phones that were 5 seconds faster than dialing. If you want to save money as well as time, use “411” sparingly. Keep...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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Fix-it Books vs. the Phone
When minor repair problems occur, many homeowners are quick to spend money needlessly when they could easily correct the problem themselves by picking up a book — instead of a phone You’re watching TV and you hear...
- Posted January 4, 2014
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A Terrific Book
We found a pretty good book containing over 150 tips and tricks The paperback publication’s cover boasts of tips on home repair, car maintenance, appliance repair as well as a tool guide. It’s all true. Even though...
- Posted January 3, 2014
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Winter Driving-remember
Shingles are a great aid for foul-weather traction In 1954 a meteor fell to earth, crashing through a roof in Alabama. It showered Elizabeth Hodges with shingles and debris, and placed her in the Chicken-Little record book...
- Posted January 3, 2014