Author Archives: The Home and Garden Guru

Fireplace Blower

A Fireplace Blower is a device that can be connected to a hollow tube fireplace grate that helps to circulate the heat produced by a burning fire in your fireplace.  The heated air is efficiently circulated into the entire room … Continue reading

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The Warning Signs of Termites

With their nasty habit of feasting on wood, termites are one of a homeowner’s worst nightmares.  Termites can destroy wooden buildings and structures in no time flat.  The worst part is that they usually go undetected for years, slowly destroying … Continue reading

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Bamboo Blinds: The Ideal and Economical Earth Friendly Material

There are several kinds of materials you can have for blinds. These include – vinyl, fabric, aluminum, wood, faux wood, and bamboo. Wood is certainly one of the better and best earth friendly materials, but unfortunately they are out of … Continue reading

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Jewelry Armoire

Are you interested in buying furniture that’s classy looking, has an interesting history, and has evolved to have its hand in all sorts of different types and styles of furniture? This describes what is commonly known as armoire furniture. But … Continue reading

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Bathroom Decor For A Small Bathroom

A light color of paint that is typically associated with the soothing colors of the ocean and sea glass is a good choice for the color scheme for a small bathroom. However, you are certainly not limited to the use … Continue reading

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5 Practical Renovation Ideas for Small Basements

Small basement renovation ideas are hard to find because most magazine and home renovation programs feature large open spaces that make us dream of a million possibilities, however, most of us have small spaces to renovate on a budget. So … Continue reading

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Purchasing a Glass Coffee Table

Many people are constantly looking for new ways to add a sense of style to their home.  One of the easiest and most popular ways to add that extra flair is by mixing in a glass coffee table.  You want … Continue reading

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Why Buy Used Furniture for the Home

Many people never consider buying used furniture.  Most only want to purchase new furniture from retail furniture stores.  Those people are missing lower prices and higher quality in many cases. Most used furniture stores are not as visually appealing from … Continue reading

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Environmentally Friendly Bathroom Remodeling Ideas

If you are embarking on a bathroom remodeling project then planning is one of the most important steps if you are going to save any money. The benefits that come form incorporating eco-friendly ideas into the bathroom saves money on … Continue reading

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Lawn Sweepers Make Clean Up a Breeze

If you want an easy way to clean up your lawn next fall, then consider investing in a lawn sweeper.  These outdoor tools function in a similar fashion to a vacuum cleaner except instead of cleaning your living room carpet, … Continue reading

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