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  Swiss-Army Straw

  In 1888 the waxed paper drinking straw was patented. Ever since, it’s been used...

  • Posted March 17, 2014
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  Ghosting Busters

  Michelangelo, who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, was born in 1475. Whereas his work...

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  Coreccting With Critical Light

  “Critical light” is a term pros use for a common wall problem. It refers...

  • Posted March 17, 2014
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  Temporary Weather Stripping to Whither the Weather

  If drafty windows and doors are sending chills down your spine and your utility bill is...

  • Posted March 17, 2014
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  New Window Sashes Save the Day

  During winter, thoughts turn to holiday visits, window-shopping and time spent with family and friends. But...

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  Fitting Fiberglass Batts Done Right

  The 1,200-mile Iditarod dogsled race across the Alaskan wilderness conjurs up images of cold and...

  • Posted March 17, 2014
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  Garden Bonanza

  When it comes to gardening, any tenderfoot can plant flowers but full-scale, whole-ranch landscaping...

  • Posted March 12, 2014
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• Hide, Seek and No Find

  Safe-deposit boxes were introduced  in 1865. Ironically, it was the same day as the...

  • Posted March 12, 2014
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• Solid-Core Siding Update

  In past years, siding options included wood, fiberboard, aluminum, vinyl and fiber cement. A...

  • Posted March 12, 2014
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• Finishing an Attic, Don’t Touch!

  Thinking of finishing off the attic to gain an extra room? Or to have...

  • Posted March 12, 2014
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