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Re-organize your bathroom on the cheap

woodrow — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 23:50:14 +0000

Everyone you bump into these days needs bath remodeling but simultaneously tells you they haven’t a cent to spend. Think small and think cheap. You don’t have to knock out a bathroom wall to make more room for your family. One of the best ways to open up space or eliminate clutter is to build [...]

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Plan ahead: Remodeling spending may dive further

woodrow — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:03:52 +0000

Homeowner spending on remodeling and home improvement projects is expected to take a major dive going into 2012, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. The plunge is daunting, given the small bubble of increase during the spring of this year. At the same time, a consumer slowdown on ordering projects [...]

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Tub liners: a home improvement project that can transform your bathroom

woodrow — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:49:57 +0000

Like everyone else these days, I’m on the lookout for home improvement projects that can change the most while costing the least. My search includes quick and affordable projects that take only a matter of days to complete and add value to your home. If your bathroom looks fine except for a dingy, scratched or [...]

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Quick, Efficient Projects for the Weekend

woodrow — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 23:36:17 +0000

This time of year, most home improvement bloggers weigh in with indoor improvement suggestions as the weather turns stormy around the country. One favorite topic is how to create greater energy efficiency through the cold months without having to lay out a large amount of money. You read a lot about setting thermostats and installing [...]

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Evaluating Your Home Improvement Project Costs

woodrow — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 18:27:42 +0000

By the time you read this blog, the cost of materials and labor for home improvement projects will have probably changed from the day I wrote it. I continually see prices go up and down–mostly up. The better news is with contractors challenged to fill up their calendars, some labor costs have come down. With [...]

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Sorting Out Simple Bath Renovations

woodrow — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:56:39 +0000

With so many people writing about the decent rate of return and value of small bathroom remodeling projects, I thought I’d hop on the bandwagon. Of course, your first logical step is to identify low-cost projects and make a list of them in order of cost and your ability to do the job. Make the lined [...]

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Considering Solar Water Heaters

woodrow — Mon, 10 May 2010 18:54:30 +0000

A lot of the world is already plugged into the sun for heating its water. I first saw entire communities with solar panels on the roof when I toured Israel. Of course, you can’t beat the Middle East or the Mediterranean for long sunny days. I thought by now a lot of the American Southwest, [...]

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Shower Envy

woodrow — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 08:45:56 +0000

Americans are finicky about their showers. It’s said that President Lyndon Johnson had a shower-head installed in the White House with a force so strong it knocked over anyone else who tried to take a shower there. For some of us, a simple rectangular stall with ample hot water and glass or plastic curtain is enough. [...]

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Four New Bathroom Trends for 2010

woodrow — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 01:15:18 +0000

Earlier this week, I reported on the latest kitchen design trends for 2010 cited by The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). Now it’s time to have a closer look at the bathroom remodeling trends that the NKBA listed for the New Year. The trends were collected through interviews with residential designers and interior decorators. And, [...]

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The Award-winning Bath and Kitchen Designs for 2009

woodrow — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 18:21:39 +0000

The National Kitchen and Bath Association has announced its awards for last year’s top designs for completely renovated rooms that appeal to the eye. Photos and descriptions of the top kitchens and baths are posted on their website. The winning entries should give you a lot of great ideas if you’re considering a make-over for [...]

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Quick, Snappy Makeovers for The New Year

woodrow — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:18:35 +0000

You taking a staycation over the holidays? Have time on your hands and a lonely toolbelt? Maybe all you need to get into action and work off all the cookies and fruitcake are a few ideas. To that end, why not consider a few quick makeovers or easy-to-handle projects to spiff up or add value [...]

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Remodeling Design Software Can Lend You a Hand

woodrow — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:00:27 +0000

Looking to get computer-assisted help in designing your home improvement plan? Not everyone can afford an off-the-shelf software solution that runs into the hundreds. And some of the inexpensive remodeling sketch programs you find in the cheap bins at the office supply store have adequate functions to satisfy your needs. To that end, here’s a [...]

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Return on Investment for Home Improvements

woodrow — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:03:50 +0000

Let’s face it: money is tight today. If you’re looking to get the most bang for your home improvement dollar, think about making improvements that make your home more livable today and valuable if you plan to put it on the market when times improve. If you have the budget or access to a reasonable loan, [...]

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When Your Faucet Is Clogged

woodrow — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:48:36 +0000

You’d be amazed how many people ruin their kitchen or bathroom faucets and shower heads attempting to remove the aerator and clear mineral build-up. While clearing a faucet is a simple job, you still need basic skills in how to protect your hardware from tool damage. It’s part of your Basic Home Repair 101 course, [...]

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On-Demand Hot Water Systems: Are We Ready?

woodrow — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:35:29 +0000

Years ago I was visiting a friend in Tokyo and was astonished that she took water from the tap for tea, and it was too hot to drink. This was way back in 1979. I was amazed that all the hot water for the home’s kitchen and bath came from a heat-on-demand water tank powered [...]

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