There’s nothing I love more than a little design innovation. (Ok, that’s a lie. I really like just about any chocolate dessert. And Lost. Big Lost fan. Who’s excited for the kickoff to season 6 …
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Many take the ending of one year (2009) and the beginning of another (2010) as a chance to challenge themselves with new goals (unattainable) and thoughts (irrational) of how they want their lives to look (thinner, super rich) instead of how they actually are (fat, broke). While New Year’s Resolutions are a common American ritual (masochism) at this time of year, I usually take the time to call this effort sophomoric, pedestrian, and tired (among other 10 dollar words).
However, other than just being too cool for school (flunked out of two), I also take a chance to recalibrate my house so that at least it is running skinny (unlike current body) so that the money I do waste (Twilight Apparel) is at least money that I get to enjoy wasting (Edward Trapperkeeper).
Most pools can be opened, closed, and maintained by homeowners themselves. Detailed opening and closing procedures can vary slightly depending on your exact swimming pool system. If this is your first year as a pool …
In this installment, Dave Lupberger takes us through the common household problem of the power going out. Sometimes the problem lies with the power company, and there’s not much you can do there. However, other …
For most homeowners, lawn care involves a three-season maintenance schedule. From applying fertilizer at the beginning of the growing season to leaf-raking just before winter hits, many homeowners are mistaken about which lawn maintenance practices …
Pesky magnets for every spare scrap and belonging that doesn’t quite belong (but can’t be thrown away, either), your basement and garage may spite your cleaning efforts year after year. Rest assured, however, they can …
Of all the problems that can befall a household, the sudden failure of a heating or cooling system ranks at or very near the top. Needed repairs can be difficult or impossible for homeowners to …
Dream homes are built one feature at a time, and too many homeowners fail to appreciate and take care of the assets their home has. Although a rundown fence may not hinder your everyday life …
Some people are so focused on washing their windows each spring that they don’t realize window maintenance is a separate and equally important window task. If your window frame or casement is suffering from some …
Weekly vacuuming or sweeping comprises the vast majority of flooring maintenance, but these chores alone aren’t enough to properly maintain your floors. Even people who strictly enforce a no-shoes, no-pet policy for their carpets will …
The sooner a stain is attended to, the less likely it will be to stick around. Even spills that are clear or are the same color as the carpet …
Though most homeowners don’t know it, you can now add a retractable roof to any number of living areas in your home. You can enjoy the same type of luxury as the Dallas Cowboys, Indianapolis …
