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08/05/2006 - Cleaning Leather Furniture
New leather hides are supple yet firm, stuffed with oils and moderately
acidic. The goal in caring for leather is to keep it that way, even
through years of use.
According to most leather experts, the best way to accomplish that is to
treat it similar to our skin: keep it clean and moisturize it.
Read the full article here >>
28/03/2006 - D.I.Y Plumbing Repair
One common plumbing problem that often occurs at the most inconvenient of
times is a clogged drain. Many home owners are tempted to reach for a
bottle of their favourite drain cleaner - they are easy to use, supposed
to be quick, and you don't have to get your hands dirty.
Read the full article here >>
28/03/3006 - Choosing Room Colours
It is important that the colour in the different rooms around the house
come together logically. Analyze each of the tones; determine which
colours, and in what proportions, they complement each other to give the
final result. Read the full article here >>
16/03/2006 - Checking for Asbestos around
the Home
If you are concerned about asbestos exposure you are not alone. Many
individuals wonder if they have been exposed, and if so, what they can
do to help protect their health. If you think that you have been exposed
to asbestos or are looking for ways to prevent an exposure, look no
further. We will go over some of the health problems that arise from
asbestos exposure, and what can be done to prevent them.
Read the full article here >>
16/03/2006 - Changing Lighting on a Budget
We aren’t all blessed with bucket loads of money to throw at improving our
living space. Here are a few tips that can change the way you feel in
your home by simply changing the lighting arrangements.
Read the full article here >>
16/03/2006 - Carpet Repair Tips
It's almost inevitable that at some time you will need to do a carpet
repair. There are two common types of carpet repairs that professionals
will do for you or that you might do yourself. They are re-stretching
and cut and plug. Read the full article here >>
16/03/2006 - Carpet Cleaning Tips
If you are the one who is really worry about your carpet, here is some
simple guide for treating stains and maintaining carpets and upholstery.
Read the full article here >>
15/03/2006 - Acoustical Foam
for Soundproofing
Objects with mass are the only way to effectively prevent unwanted noise
from entering or exiting your home studio or home theatre. Sound
absorbing objects are necessary to dampen the sound waves and interrupt
their transmission.
Some common objects used include installing a second wall, heavy
curtains, soundproof windows, and fabrics such as wool.
Read the full article here >>
15/03/2006 - Air Conditioners
On a warm summer afternoon, air conditioners can, literally, be
lifesavers! I know of people who don’t mind dashing across the street
just to make it into an air-conditioned room quickly. Staying cool is
one thing – but let us remind you that staying safe and healthy is more
important. Read the full article here >>
15/03/2006 - Bamboo Flooring
The modern, environmentally friendly and durable alternative to hardwood
is bamboo flooring. Being a grass, as opposed to timber, gives bamboo
the edge as a not only a building product (being strong and at the same
time flexible), but also as a sustainable resource: wood takes
approximately 15-20 years to reach maturity, whereas the non-harmful
harvesting of bamboo takes a mere 3 to 5 years.
Read the full article here >>
15/03/2006 - Bathroom
Remodelling Ideas
So you have finally finished that bathroom remodelling project by
installing the last tile square, and applied that final coat of paint.
The plumbing has been buttoned up and everything looks to be just how
you pictured it in your head before you started. So where do you go from
here? Read the full article here >>
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