An Inglenook Might be Right for You

Posted on April 10, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

An inglenook is a cozy chimney corner designed to fit adjacent to the fireplace and most often used as a warming area for a home or pub. The origins of the inglenook began during medieval times when frosty nights would … Continue reading →

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Cleaning Out Your Fridge

Posted on April 9, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Some jobs can be left until the big “end of tenancy cleaning” or “moving house cleaning” (jobs such as dusting the tops of door frames and scrubbing the floor underneath the washing machine). Other jobs can’t be left semi-indefinitely, and … 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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The Outdoor Heart of the Home

Posted on February 27, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Whether one credits the perpetually growing interest in culinary expression spawned by reality shows and networks dedicated to all things edible or the inability to sell one’s house because of the down housing market, one thing is certain: Outdoor kitchens … Continue reading →

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Planning Your Kitchen So You Get the Right Fit

Posted on February 10, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Like tailoring for a fitted jacket, a fitted kitchen is planned, built, and/or fixed to properly fill or cover a specific space and shape. To achieve a pleasing, functional, and affordable design it is important to find the appropriate measure … Continue reading →

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Boosting Your Home’s Resale Value

Posted on January 30, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Here are a handful of straightforward things you can do to increase your home’s appeal to potential buyers: A green lawn is an enormous plus.  A weedy, crabgrass-filled lawn can be a quick turnoff.  It will take a few weeks, … Continue reading →

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Decorating with Ceramic Tiles

Posted on January 23, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Ceramic tiles are one great option for adding color and style to your home.  The variety of styles and types give them greater versatility for all kinds of applications. Ceramic tiles are among the most durable flooring options available.  A … Continue reading →

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Value-Added Remodeling Projects

Posted on January 20, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Before you undertake a home remodeling project, there are a few things to consider. How long do you plan to remain in your home?  How will your remodeling project affect the resale value if you plan to move within the … Continue reading →

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Your Complete Kitchen Planning Guide

Posted on January 13, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

The kitchen is the heart of your home and is more than just a place to prepare, cook, serve, and eat meals. Modern designer kitchens should be the ultimate representation of your lifestyle yet provide compete functionality. When we say … Continue reading →

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The Art of Choosing Kitchen Cabinet Doors

Posted on January 6, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

One of the more prominent features in a kitchen is the look of the kitchen cabinets.  As much or more than the appliances and the countertops, the doors on your cabinets define the character of the room and, by extension, … Continue reading →

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