Tag Archives: green home improvement projects

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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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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How to Air Your Home

Posted on April 19, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 A simple, eco-friendly way to live green and healthy is to periodically air out your home. Taking advantage of this routine releases out the reused, polluted air, and lets in a bath of fresh, cleaner air. If not enough outdoor … Continue reading →

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Bathroom Accessories

Posted on April 17, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The bathroom is a place to relax away from the tensions of our hectic lives. It is necessary for that corner of our homes to be soothing and tip top. Modern bath accessories are the perfect way to add panache … Continue reading →

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Decorative Concrete Resurfacing

Posted on April 13, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

A concrete driveway has become an essential part of the landscaping plan that imparts an inviting image. The wide variety of texture, color, and patterns of concrete available today has elevated the driveway to the status of a landscape design … Continue reading →

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The Risk from Chemical Odors

Posted on March 20, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Chemical odors in the home can be harmful to your health. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology 50% of Illnesses are Caused or Aggravated by Pollutants. Chemical odors are given off from a wide variety of … Continue reading →

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The Trend Towards Bamboo Flooring

Posted on March 14, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Though bamboo is technically a grass, it makes excellent flooring material, being harder than most hardwoods! Bamboo floors have been measured at higher strengths than maple and oak and are more flexible, which is the perfect combination for a long … Continue reading →

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Seven Ways to Modernize Your Home

Posted on March 9, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Modern design, with clean lines and a good connection to the outdoors, will be the leading housing trend for the next few years. In response to a more complex world, homebuyers respond to spaces that are simple, light, and soothing. … Continue reading →

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Home Decorating on a Budget

Posted on March 5, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

As the seasons change, many times your local thrift and consignment stores will have a change in inventory.  These can be great resources for decorating supplies, furnishings, accessories, paint, wallpaper, and fabrics. But before you go shopping, make a plan … Continue reading →

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Green Home Market Expected to Skyrocket

Posted on February 28, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Sustainable construction, now that the luster of trendiness has worn off, continues to make inroads as a remodeling market segment with serious growth potential. Findings to support this notion were released Thursday at the National Association of Home Builders’ International … Continue reading →

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