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10 Decorating Mistakes
September 28, 2009
By KRISTEN MOONEY, DESIGNER, INTERIORS OF ERIE, ERIE, PA I’m sure that everyone is guilty of few of our top ten decorating mistake. » Full Story
CARING FOR YOUR HOME’S FINISH
September 28, 2009
By DOLORES W. TIMCO, INTERIOR DESIGNER, J. » Full Story
Ceiling Fans Can Save You Energy All Year Long
September 28, 2009
Gas and energy prices are rising again, and that means Americans must tighten their belts even further. » Full Story
Chronicles of a retired home inspector ROOF CLEANING
September 28, 2009
By DICK SENA, RETIRED HOME INSPECTOR, ASHVILLE, NY Regardless of what the calendar says, Fall is here. » Full Story
Creating a Living Space That Works For You and Your Pets
September 28, 2009From The Editor
September 28, 2009
I believe I have talked about the fact that my husband and I purchased a fixer upper with the intention of turning around and selling it fairly quickly. » Full Story
LABELS TO LOOK FOR WHEN SEEKING SUSTAINABLE GOODS
September 28, 2009
From plumbing to produce, companies are doing all they can to make their products greener. » Full Story
LIGHTING TECHNIQUES THAT ARE RIGHT ON TRACK AND ON BUDGET
September 28, 2009
If the mortgage crisis has you staying put for a few more years, there's an easy way to enhance your home's decor while adding value. » Full Story
MAKE YOUR SMALLER HOME MORE LIVABLE WITH A NEW BATH
September 28, 2009
Smaller homes are making a comeback. More families are hanging onto their existing homes and improving these smaller properties, instead of trading u. » Full Story
Modern Styles Looking Fresh and Comfortable
September 28, 2009
The "modern" of the new millennium is taking a turn from the past. Extremist modern decorating - with angled edges, geometric shapes and cube-inspired items - has evolved. » Full Story
the golden rule of painting: Plan Ahead
September 28, 2009
From Memorial Day to October is the busiest painting time of the year. Homeowners, apartment dwellers and condo renters get the itch to renovate and repaint while the weather is still pleasant. » Full Story
USING LADDERS AT HOME
September 28, 2009
By RANDY DEVAUL, BUSINESS WRITER/SAFETY CONSULTANT, WESTFIELD, NY Time to paint your house, or change that fluorescent light bulb? Need to check the batteries in your smoke alarms? ... » Full Story





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