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Guest Blogger: How a Loft Conversion Can Increase Your Property Value

Guest Blogger #949, Entry #2365, May 1, 2013 The housing market in the UK is still trying to recover from the ongoing recession that began back in 2008 and as a result, homeowners are trying to figure out ways in which they can increase the value of their property. Getting a new paint job ... continue reading...

Outdoor Home

How to Prepare and Clean Your Outdoor Deck

Have you thought about how to prepare and clean your deck? First things first, have a good look at the deck before you start your work and work out a plan. You should take into account whether the deck is big or small? Are there hand rails? How high is the deck and does it have steps leading to it ... continue reading...

Kitchen and Bath

Guest Blogger: How to Choose the Ideal Kitchen Countertop Surface

Guest Blogger #941, Entry #2353, April 29, 2013 Choosing the right kitchen worktops for your home is important because it ties the room together and is likely a decision you will live with for years to come. In general, the best choices to make when it comes to worktop materials are quartz, ... continue reading...

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DIY Gardening: How to Plant a Spring Herb Topiary

Want to brighten your spring home this season? Work on some magic using herb topiaries. This will definitely make your old and boring plant container into a stylish piece of art. Not to mention that the spring season will bring out the best of your plants vibrant looks. DIY Gardening: How to ... continue reading...

Kitchen and Bath

Olioboard Inspiration: Creative Space Saving Kitchen Ideas

Entry #2344, April 26, 2013 Today we continue Stagetecture’s feature. ‘Olioboard Inspiration‘. Last week you enjoyed Tabitha Loudon' s – ‘Your Recycled & Repurposed Spring Home ' and this week I bring you Michelle Clark a member of the Facebook Olioboard Fan Room. I asked her to create a ... continue reading...

Outdoor Home

How to Stain Your Deck this Spring

Guest Blogger #936, Entry #2325, April 22, 2013 Spring is here, and what better place to spend time with family and friends than lounging outside on your deck? Decks are a great place to entertain, and staining your deck helps maintain its quality and appearance for outdoor gatherings. Your ... continue reading...

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How to Make Your Garden Furniture Last Longer

Guest Blogger #933, Entry #2309, April 18, 2013 Nowadays, garden furniture and assorted accessories are available in a wide variety of different materials – whether it’s aluminium, wood, wicker, iron or cast resin. And certainly searching for ‘garden furniture’ on Pinterest doesn’t help wanting to ... continue reading...

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5 Essential Signs Your Roof Needs Replacing

Guest Blogger #930, Entry #2304, April 17, 2013 If there's one thing about our homes that we don't tend to give too much thought about, it would have to be our rooves. That is, until we start to notice leaks from the ceiling or shingles falling off of it and by then, sometimes we end up needing ... continue reading...

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How to Clean Rattan Furniture

Guest Blogger #925, Entry #2280, April 9, 2013 “Rattan” is the name given to any piece of furniture which is crafted by weaving palm plants together. Because of this method of construction, rattan is an environmentally friendly style of furniture making, and the term applies to any of the ... continue reading...

Kitchen and Bath

Guest Blogger: Flooring Benefits of Installing Ceramic Tile

Guest Blogger #906, Entry #2129, March 21, 2013 There are many types of tiles that can be used for flooring in a home. One common type of tile used for floors in a kitchen and bathroom is ceramic. Ceramic tiles are the best option for design flexibility due to the size, shape, colour, and ... continue reading...

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Guest Blogger: Top 5 Tips for Hiring a Roofing Contractor

Guest Blogger #903, Entry #2113, March 16, 2013 Whether you need repairs done on your roof or it's time to replace the hat on your house, you will likely find yourself searching for a roofing contractor that can get the job done for an affordable price. The problem is that anything having to do ... continue reading...

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Guest Blogger: Should You Repair or Replace a Leaking Skylight?

Guest Blogger #902, Entry #2112, March 16, 2013 Skylights are an excellent addition to nearly any home for a number of reasons. For one thing they can bring abundant natural light to rooms that are otherwise windowless, or those that get only limited daylight thanks to surrounding buildings. This ... continue reading...