• construction,  home-improvement

    Best Colors for a Feng Shui Door

    In the practice of feng shui, the door is an extremely important component to the home. It is responsible for letting energy into the home, so there are many important qualities to be aware of when you purchase or refinish a front door. Aside from the position, there is also the color. Feng shui uses one of two basic premises to define the feng shui in your home. The first premise defines the house by the direction the door faces, the second looks at the direction the seating faces. The most common method is to use the front door, or to stand outside your home and use a compass to…

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  • Real Estate,  Travel

    What Can You Do to Increase the Real Estate Value of Your Home?

    By Al Donohue If you have a home in Ridgewood, NJ, you’ve already hit the jackpot in a number of ways. Ridgewood is synonymous with affluence and is easily as safe and pleasant to the eyes. But we all want to do more to increase our property value. For one, this often makes it more enjoyable for us. However, it also means you get a return on your home when you sell it, just like a traditional investment. Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do for a Ridgewood home to make sure you get more back when you finally sell it. The obvious recommendation is to first ensure the basement is…

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    Don’t Forget Your Bedding’s Extra Touches

    Written By Stephanie Lichtenstein Ramos Many people think of their bed as nothing more than the place they lay their head down at night to get some sleep. However, for many of us, a bed is so much more than that. It’s part of the look and feel of our entire house. For this reason, many of us can’t simply buy a pillow and some sheets and call it a day. We see our bedding as so much more than that. One major item everyone should consider investing in is quality duvet covers. These items are not just extremely comfortable and luxurious, they look great too. You can often find…

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    Why you shouldn’t just wing it when it comes to bedding

    Article written by BeddingStyle Imagine yourself coming home after a long, hard day at work. You open yourself an ice cold beer, take those work clothes off, not wanting to think of anything else but relax. You finish your beer, rub your dog’s belly, jump in the bed, pick up where you left off with that new book you’re reading, but something’s off – the sheets don’t feel comfortable! How terrible would that be, right? When it comes to the sheets, there really is no substitute when it comes to comfort. And depending on your preference, you could go for thick linen sheets, silk sheets, or even rayon sheets. Shopping…

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    Planting trees on a budget

    When you are on a limited budget to landscape your yard, start with few young trees. They make a huge difference by transforming a barren yard by adding visible life to your yard. Young trees adapt to the new environment much quicker and grow faster than mature trees that cost more. Another way to improve your garden is to start planting cuttings from other trees in between your young plants. In order to get year round green in the yard, you can plant variety of cuttings of deciduous shrubs and broad-leaf evergreens. It is a simple process to establish cuttings and cost less than young or mature trees. The best…

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    Troubleshooting Garage Door Openers

    Like most technology, electric garage doors are a blessing. When they work… In order for your garage door to operate smoothly and efficiently, there are a few steps you can take around the house to keep it up and running. There is a good chance you will experience at least one breakdown during the life of your door, but these tips will help you prevent unexpected problems from cropping up on you. Starting with the power source, inspect all potential sources for error. Look for exposed wiring coming from the unit, and check to see that the plug is secured in the wall. Once you’ve inspected the power source, yank…

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    ETO DOORS DIY RESCUE

    DIY projects can be a great way to bring family and friends together, but stress can ensue if the project is a little too technical or beyond the capacity of those assisting.  Learning the full scope of the project before you begin is key to the project’s success.  ETO Doors manufactures home and office doors that are DIY-friendly, but to avoid DIY disasters, they’ve created a library of resources to help your project increase the enjoyment of your home, rather than disrupt the unity. Here are a just a few of the ETO Doors resources available at www.etodoors.com Design Your Door Tool http://www.etodoors.com/design-your-door If you’re unsure how to go about…

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    Burglar-Proof Your Doors

    By ETO Doors A home break in can feel violating, but it’s very preventable. There are measures you can take to burglar proof your home, starting with the front door. Since many home break-ins are perpetrated by people who know the owners, start with simple tactics like black out curtains in the windows. This helps shield the interior from curious eyes. Then you can move onto the door, using these tips to keep unwanted guests out. Replace the Strike Plate The strike plate is used to secure the latch of the door, but its not typically strong enough to resist someone kicking the door with full force. Purchase a box-strike…

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    Designer Bedding, Worth It? Quality Bedding At Its Best

    Written By: BeddingStyle                 With the birth of the Internet, everything nowadays can be done easier, faster and less hassle. Paying for bills can be done online and now even shopping. We have to admit that shopping can be a big hassle especially when there are so many people in the mall to compete with. But now with online shopping, people can actually just click, shop and pay online even just at home. When picking out pieces for your home, always remember to choose ones that will definitely match your home’s style and design.                 Shopping for designer beddings is a favourite among women who just love to spice up…

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    Making a decision to replace your carpet

    Worn out carpets not only a hazard but also impact the look of the inside of your home. Replacing your carpet need careful planning and will require resources. With competing demand for valuable dollars you are faced with, carpet replacement must be done with careful considerations. Financial considerations mainly include cost. If you are dealing with a limited budget, consider phasing out the project. Some reputed companies may work with you in terms of arranging financing to purchase a carpet and even with installation cost. Selecting a carpet consideration should be given to color, quality, flexibility, stain resistance, and room sizes. Higher quality carpets cost more but the pile density…

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