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  • luxury kitchen
    Everything About Kitchens

    Originally, a kitchen consisted of nothing more than a large rock sitting next to an open fire. As time marched on the kitchen became more sophisticated. So much so that kitchen design actually became a business. First,...

    • Posted June 20, 2015
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  • contractor
    Remodel Overspending: “While You’re At It”

    The end of yet another summer is in sight. It’s a time when vacations become mere memories, kids head back to school and home once again becomes the object of much attention. In fact, after spring, fall...

    • Posted June 19, 2015
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  • Father toolkit
    Father’s Day: What to Get Dad This Year?

    The clocking is ticking and Fathers Day is fast approaching. Still not sure what to get Dad? If you’ve already given him all the ties, socks, belts and golf balls he’ll ever need, then maybe its time...

    • Posted June 18, 2015
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  • Money Roll
    Beware of a Good Deal!

    While recently thumbing through a newspaper we came across an advertisement by a contractor inviting the reader to take advantage of an “unbelievable” kitchen remodeling “package” for just under $10,000.00! The display ad was accompanied by a...

    • Posted June 18, 2015
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  • basement
    Taking the “Scare” out of your Basement

    We grew up in a home built by our grandfather at the turn of the last century. It consisted of two stories with a partial basement. As is the case with most basements, our basement housed what...

    • Posted June 14, 2015
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  • Countertop
    Give Your Tile Shower or Countertop Some Pizzazz

    A frequent question that we receive concerns what to do with an old tile shower or kitchen or bath countertop that has lost its sizzle and what can be done to give it some pizzazz. Most of...

    • Posted June 12, 2015
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  • luxury fireplace
    Tending To Your Fireplace

    There’s nothing better than snuggling up to a crackling fire in one’s fireplace on a chilly day or a cold winter’s night. A fire excites several senses – the warmth of the flame; the rhythm created by...

    • Posted June 8, 2015
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  • Environmentally friendly
    Hardware Goes Green: Environmentally Friendly Products

    Every year we have the pleasure of attending the National Hardware Show. This year’s industry-only event consisted of 3,500 exhibitors who showcased the latest and greatest in hand tools, power tools, lawn and garden equipment – just...

    • Posted June 7, 2015
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  • Clean bathroom
    Easy DIY Bathroom Fixes For Your Home

    It’s no secret that a bathroom remodel is one of the top projects that will yield the best bang for your home improvement buck. Although the return on investment may be great, tight finances may postpone a...

    • Posted June 6, 2015
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  • Money Roll
    Getting What You Pay For

    How to not to get stuck with it – no matter what you paid for it Here’s an old saying that you’ll probably recognize: “You get what you pay for!” And then there’s a slightly more modern version that...

    • Posted June 6, 2015
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