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How to Make Your Kitchen Space Look Bigger

November 18, 2016
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| Categories: DIY, Home Improvement, Homeowner's Handbook, kitchen, Organization, Tip & Tricks
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As we get older, things seem to accumulate. This is especially true in the kitchen. Utensils, cookware, spices, small appliances, (still not sure why I bought that juicer.) After a while, it starts to feel cramped, cluttered and SMALL. There are a few things that you can do to help your kitchen feel bigger again. One is organize (yeah I don't care for that one either.) The other, is to make subtle changes that give the illusion of a larger space. Here are some examples... Light colors make rooms appear larger so paint your kitchen a lighter color. You can also...

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How To Hand Prune Trees

October 29, 2016
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| Categories: DIY, Homeowner's Handbook, Maintenance, Seasonal, Tip & Tricks
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In forestry, the term widowmaker describes a detached or broken limb that is at risk of falling, being responsible for causing fatalities to forest workers. The same can be true for the trees around your home. Ice and snow add a lot of weight to branches and can cause them to break. As Winter approaches, now is a good time to go out and check the trees in your yard. Look for anything that looks broken or dead as well as anything that over hangs the house or wires. Here are some tips on how to cut branches properly so that they...

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Update Your Kitchen in a Weekend

October 22, 2016
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| Categories: DIY, Equity, Home Improvement, Homeowner's Handbook, kitchen, plumbing, Remodel, Tip & Tricks
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Everyone loves the look of an updated kitchen but not everyone can afford the cost of an updated kitchen. Here are some simple projects that will breathe new life into your kitchen. Watch how replacing the faucet, upgrading the hardware and installing a back splash can transform your kitchen into something wonderful!

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Carve A Pumpkin Like A Pro

October 13, 2016
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Do your pumpkins end up looking like this??? Well you're not alone. Pumpkin carving isn't as easy as they make it look. Sure you can do the basic jack-o-lantern but what if you want something that will impress your visitors? Here is a simple trick to carving anything you want. If you can print it, you can have it!

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Deodorize the Garbage Disposal

October 7, 2016
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Have you ever been standing in the kitchen and think "What is that smell??" With all of the food and gunk that goes down there, it's no wonder it stinks. You could spend money on garbage disposal cleaners, or you could make your own. It's got all the same cleaning power but it's made of natural indigence. That's better for the environment, your pipes and your wallet. Check it out.

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