Pets are adorable and once you have them, it’s near impossible to get rid of them no matter how inconvenient they can become.  Most can tolerate the additional cost of pet food and the additional time necessary to care for pets.  However, it can be a drag to have them wreaking havoc on your...
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When designing the floors of our home, we usually want variations of flooring for each room.  Some would want wood floors for the living room, ceramics on the kitchen, and stone on the patio.  The dilemma with this concept is the transition of the floor from one room to the next, especially if there...
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Planning an installation of tiles does not end with choosing the type, color, design, or layout.  Another factor that many overlook is the choice of tile trim.  Unknown to many,  there are various types and styles of tile trim that can finish off a tiled surface’s exposed edges.  The trim likewise has an impact...
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The kitchen backsplash provides a critical accent to a kitchen design.  A good kitchen backsplash will complement the overall kitchen design.  It doesn’t necessarily mean the same color as the countertop or the floor.  As a matter of fact, most take the opportunity to place a bit more flair on the backsplash which can...
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Choosing the right carpet padding is just as important as choosing your carpet.  Like your carpet, it will be something you will have to live with for years.  Each one has its advantage and disadvantage and can be customized with extra treatments depending on the family’s lifestyle.  Extras could mean stain guards or even...
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We all want to go green and choose products that promote sustainability.  But some are not aware that green products can now go as far as building materials for the home.  Is a green kitchen really possible?  Maybe not every single part of the kitchen can be made from sustainable materials.  But did you...
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