Carpet Or Hardwood For Bedrooms?

homeguides.sfgate.com Freedigitalphotos.net Freedigitalphotos.net Hardwood pros Beauty/style Increases saleability of home Long lasting and can be refinished many times Easier than carpet to clean for a home with pets Hardwood doesn’t hang on to dust or allergens so it’s a better option for families with asthma or allergies Hardwood does not

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Top 10 Outdoor Design Trends

Country Living  Freedigitalphotos.net  1. Outdoor lighting-both for walkways and pathways as well as over a seating area such as a patio or deck2. Seating and dining areas3. Native plants4. Landscaped gardens5. Outdoor recreation elements such as pools6. Installed seating on front or back porches, patios, decks, etc.7. Vegetable and fruit

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March Home Maintenance

www.realestate.msn.com       Flickr March is a great time to assess your home and make any necessary repairs. Making your home ready for spring and summer is important and can be done with just a few steps: Improve curb appeal: Wash your front door and front porch/steps. Repaint/stain your front

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Household Hazards You May Be Overlooking

State Farm Flickr   Although modern appliances make life easier, they can short circuit and lead to kitchen fires. Stove top burners can malfunction, refrigerator light bulbs can stay on and overheat, etc. Look for warning messages on the appliances or strange displays that may indicate a problem. Treadmills are

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