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5 Things You Must Know Before Finishing Your Basement

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Finishing the basement: it’s that daunting task you’ve been avoiding since you moved in…10 years ago. Well, congratulations on deciding to finally finish it! Before you embark on the project, take a look at these tips:                                 Consider the layout … Read more

10 Tips for Cleaning Vinyl Siding

We’re all so busy keeping the interior of our homes clean it’s easy to forget about the outside. It’s time to give your vinyl siding some TLC! Here are some tips on how to get your home looking shiny clean:     For easier jobs, you can simply use a soft cloth or long-handled soft … Read more

12 Tips for Hanging Pictures and Mirrors

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Do you have a blank wall that is begging for some coverage? Before you drive a nail in any old place, consider these tips for hanging pictures and mirrors: Follow this simple process from Jenna at SAS Interiors to hang your pictures/mirrors in the perfect spot every time: Lay the mirror/picture face down and cut … Read more

7 Tips for Removing Oil Stains from Your Driveway

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Pesky grease stains making you feel depressed every time you enter the driveway? They can be stubborn, but there are ways to get them out. We’ve listed some methods below. Not that you’ll have the best luck with any of these methods if you don’t act soon after the spill happens. Spread some kitty litter … Read more

8 Things You Must Know Before You Paint Metal

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Ready to repaint your metal furniture but not sure how to begin? Make sure the metal is in as good a condition it can be before you repaint. Here are some tips for removing rust and other marks: 1. You don’t want to  paint over too much rust. If your metal paint project has rust, … Read more

How to Repair Vinyl Siding

Good news! You can fix tears, cracks, and holes in your vinyl siding without the help (and cost) of a professional. You don’t have to replace all the vinyl—just the section that is damaged. Here’s how it’s done:   Get some replacement vinyl siding stock. You’re lucky if you have some leftover from the original … Read more