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Brighten Your Home with Glass Tiles

Posted on May 15, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

A dark and dull home interior is not usually what homeowners strive for. It still occurs probably because of light-absorbing carpets and hardwood. For this reason, many people are deciding to integrate glass tiles in parts of the house. Glass … Continue reading →

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Tips on Securing Your Home

Posted on May 14, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Your house is your home, your fortress of safety. It’s a place where you keep your most important belongings: your checkbooks, your jewelry, your heirlooms, your important documents and, most importantly, your family. There are simple things you can do … Continue reading →

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Window Energy Efficiency

Posted on May 11, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Homeowners are always on the lookout for ways in which to increase their home’s efficient use of energy for the dual purposes of lowering heating and air conditioning bills and in an effort to go green.  Some improved window designs … Continue reading →

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Replacing Household Products Can Keep You Safe

Posted on May 10, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

While people take all manner of precautions to ensure the safety and health of their families, some household products may need more attention and maintenance to keep loved ones and the home environment as safe as possible. A recent study … Continue reading →

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Fool-Proof Tips for Cleaning Wood Surfaces

Posted on May 9, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

To keep the wood surfaces in your home clean and beautiful without damage, you need to consider the kind of wood and the treatment its receives. General Cleaning for Wood Furniture and Paneling One of the first rules of cleaning … Continue reading →

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Aging in Place with Style and Grace

Posted on May 8, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Aging in place – updating one’s home to accommodate changing needs and abilities as one ages – doesn’t have to mean sacrificing a home’s style and decor. From attractive lighting designed to work well for aging eyes to barrier-free shower … Continue reading →

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How to Decorate Your Home for Less

Posted on May 7, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of tips to consider before you open your wallet—or substantially reduce the amount of money in your bank account—to “change up” your home. Furniture, lighting and pictures can all be moved to offer a new perspective … Continue reading →

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Preventing Bathroom Hazards

Posted on May 4, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

We’ve all heard tragic stories of the elderly being injured in the bathroom. That might leave you to wonder, how safe is the bathroom in your home? A small area with frequent water use makes it a prime location for … Continue reading →

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The Value of a Home Inspection

Posted on May 3, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The purpose of a home inspection is to inform the individual buyer of the current condition of the home. The purchase contract the buyer and seller signed is contingent on the home inspection. A buyer will generally have the option, … Continue reading →

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Garage Floor Tiles

Posted on May 2, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Garage floors are exposed to a selection of corrosive substances every day. Chemicals like grease, battery acids, antifreeze solutions, salt and motor oil will corrode concrete after prolonged exposure. Despite this, garage floors are usually the most neglected portion of … Continue reading →

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