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How to "recharge" your kid's room

By Carol

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We all need a space of our own, no matter our age. Children can thrive when there is a place in their home that nurtures their imaginations and their sense of belonging. It is sometimes difficult to choose how to decorate your kid's room when ... more »

How to : 3 Easy Steps to the Beach House Style

By 1 Lorrie Browne

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Whether your ultimate seaside retreat is a shingle-style bungalow on the Maine coast or a modern glass house in Malibu, there are certain key factors that give a home ”beach appeal.” Let’s get started!.. more »

How to : 4 Steps to Creating a Modern Interior

By 1 Lorrie Browne

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Modern furnishings add simple sophistication and interest to any room. The clean lines, fresh colors and simple details are very pleasing to the eye. In recent years we have seen very heavy traditional looks emerge from the major furniture ... more »

How to : Decorative Drapery Hardware Tips

By 1 Lorrie Browne

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Decorative Window Hardware is as crucial to draperies as jewels are to a gorgeous gown. Select a scrawny pole and it looks shoddy. Opt for a fussy finial and it takes away from the draperies. Want to get your windows nominated to the “best ... more »

How to : What Are GFI Receptacles?

By Ian McCallum

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Here is a simple video that will explain one of the many components of your home's electrical system!.. more »

How to a Grow a Mint Garden

By Oktobers

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I love mint and with there being so many different flavors, I couldn't settle on just one. Plus the verity is great for mojetos... more »

How to a Grow a Shoe Garden

By Oktobers

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This a really neat way to reuse some of your old boots or tennis shoes. Kids will love to help or you could even let them do it as fun summer activity.. more »

How to access online Coupons

By Beans4Biscuits

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It's the secret world of coupons! The internet is absolutely full of money saving coupons-it's your turn to acess them!.. more »

How to Accessorize a Console Table

By Erinn Valencich

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Accessorizing a console table can add so much drama to a room, and a nice mix of accessories is usually the best look. Below I am going to give you tips on how to properly accessorize a console table so it looks its best!.. more »

How to Achieve a Country Look to Your Home

By L V Paganini

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Some houses seem to call out for modern furniture and accessories, others want a more casual look, still others want formal elegance. So, how do you achieve a country look? I think a lot of it is personal, what country is to you. A home does not ... more »

How to Achieve Harmony in Home Decor

By William Conley

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Achieving harmony in home decor is as easy as getting in touch with yourself. If you are true to yourself when you go about choosing design themes, furniture, fixtures and decorations, your home will be harmoniously designed. When you are out on ... more »

How to Add Ambiance Lighting to Your Backyard

By momoftwingirls

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Having a backyard is fun. It allows for parties, big and small. It allows for you and your children to play in the backyard, in the privacy of your own home. When night falls and you want to be outdoors in the summertime, consider adding lighting ... more »

How to add calcium to your garden soil organically using egg shells

By jennandmark

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Don’t discard your egg shells, save them for you garden. Egg shells add nutrients to the soil, specifically calcium. Calcium is a beneficial nutrient for tomatoes as the calcium will help stop end blossom rot. They also help discourage slugs ... more »

How to add color to your home

By acole

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Ready for a change? Tired of looking at your boring white walls? What you need is some color to wake up those rooms!.. more »

How to Add Freon to a Window Air Conditiner Unit

By kenny1210

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How to Add Freon to a Window Air Conditiner Unit if you are not a good handyman i would not try to do this.. more »

How to add magnesium sulfate to your garden

By jennandmark

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What dose Epsom Salts do for Plants? Epson salts contain hydrated magnesium sulfate, two elements vital to plant growth. • Sulfur is crucial to the inner workings of plants, but it is almost never lacking in the soil, thanks in part to synthetic ... more »

How to Add Mulch to Perennial Flowers

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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Adding mulch to perennial flowers is very beneficial. Mulch will alter the temperature of the soil (hold on to heat in cold weather and keep soil cool in hotter temperatures), manage weeds (through blocking the available sunlight), hold water ... more »

How to add nitrogen to your garden soil using coffee grounds

By jennandmark

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Ground coffee is high in nitrogen, making it is a good mulch for fast-growing vegetables such as tomato plants for both the nitrogen boost and for coffee's ability to help suppress late blight. Used coffee grounds repel snails and slugs as well ... more »

How to Add Privacy to a Patio Door

By AuntPhyl

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Patio doors open a room to the outdoors. They let light in and let you see out. For the times that you do not want others looking in, patio doors can be fitted with options that provide privacy. Here are some suggestions for adding privacy to a ... more »

How to Add Style to a Dining Room

By Cheryl Bowman

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Whether you have a formal dining room or an every day dining room, it is where everyone gathers for holiday meals. You can create an appealing atmosphere with just a few inexpensive changes... more »

How to Add Wheels to an Ottoman

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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An ottoman can be a comfortable place to prop up your feet as well as a hiding place for DVDs, videos or your spare blanket. Some ottomans are too heavy to be moved by one person unless you empty it or it has wheels. Before you buy a new ottoman, ... more »

How to Add Zest to a Living Room

By Julia Bodeeb White

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It is easy to add zest and zing to a living room. The easiest way to update a room is by changing the wall colors with new paint or wallpaper. There are also many artistic ways to blend the colors to achieve unusual drama in a room, such as ... more »

How to Adjust Sliding Screen Door Wheels

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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After installing a new sliding screen door you might need to adjust the wheels. It's important that the door smoothly flows open and shut. Sometimes an older screen door may also need wheel adjustments. If it is a struggle to open your sliding ... more »

How to Adjust the Soil PH Level

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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The soil in your yard may be dark, rich and fertile, but if the pH levels of the soil are too low or too high, all of that fertility is going to be going to waste. That's because plants grow best in soil within a certain pH range. If your soil is ... more »

How to Adjust the Temperature on an Electric Water Heater

By SeventhSibling

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Your household water temperature should be between 120-130ºF if your dishwasher has a heat booster (or you don’t have a dishwasher) and if your dishwasher does not have a heat booster, then the water temperature should be between ... more »