Tag Archives: Home Remodeling

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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Island Innovations for your Kitchen

Posted on April 27, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The kitchen island has become the icon of the modern kitchen – the 21st century equivalent of the old-fashioned hearth.  Centrally located, islands are easily accessed and ideal for various kitchen tasks from food prep and cooking, to clean up … Continue reading →

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Water-Saving Secrets for Gardeners

Posted on April 25, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

“Think green; save blue” will likely be the motto of environmentally aware gardeners and lawn lovers across the country this summer as drought conditions are expected to persist in many regions. “Nothing shouts ‘green’ quite like a thriving garden or … Continue reading →

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Bathroom Remodeling Guidelines

Posted on April 24, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Throughout the your bathroom remodeling course, remember to think and look of the remodeling project from all angles such as functionality, overall design, aesthetic appeal, comfort, materials and colors. Here are basic questions that you should ask yourself to help … 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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Home Staging for a Fast Sale

Posted on April 16, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Home Staging is the art of decorating a home to sell quickly and for top dollar. So, let’s transform your home in order to attract as many potential buyers as possible. Number One Rule: De-Clutter • Collect all those items … 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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Economical and Efficient Patio Ideas

Posted on April 6, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

It doesn’t make any difference what season it happens to be with imaginative patio designs your outdoor living space can still be a cozy dinning or entertaining place anytime of the year. Patio ideas might be ordinary or opulent based … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Kitchen Re-Do on Budget

Posted on April 4, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Save money on cabinets. Resist the temptation to fill all available wall space with cabinets. Buy only the cabinets you need. Don’t build so many that you are forced to shop to fill them when the kitchen is complete. Flush-overlay … Continue reading →

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Painting Garage Doors Protects the Investment

Posted on April 3, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

 From being knocked into and dented, to going up and down all the time, to being exposed to nature’s elements, garage doors experience wear and tear on a daily basis. They are also the point through which many people enter … Continue reading →

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