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How to Remove Stud Walls to Create an Open Floor Plan

How to Remove Stud Walls to Create an Open Floor Plan

Our house was built in the early 1980s. Back then, Ryan marketed this house as a combination of the elegance of yesteryear and modern-day amenities. I guess yesteryear was quite fond of dividing walls, half walls, spindles, and soffits. Or... 

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Basement Wall Insulation Options

Basement Wall Insulation Options

We’re just about ready to insulate an unfinished basement game room and this post reviews a number of options for achieving maximum efficiency in basement insulation installations. The article begins with an overview of the basement area... 

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Latest Tool Review!

Paslode Cordless Framing Nailer Review (CF325, Battery & Fuel Cell Model)

Paslode Cordless Framing Nailer Review (CF325, Battery & Fuel Cell Model)

If there ever were a tool that would create envy in the hearts of contractors and DIYers alike, it’s Paslode’s new CF325 Cordless Framing Nailer. The CF325 brings the power of a traditional round head framing nailer without the associated... 

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Check Vehicle Fuses with a Multimeter

Check Vehicle Fuses with a Multimeter

I’m always eager to learn new skills when it comes to automobiles. Performing simple jobs like changing the oil and changing brake pads has really saved a lot of money, so I was pumped to learn an easy way to check the fuses in my car. The... 

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How To Save, Spend and Plan a Kitchen Remodel

By: Charles and Hudson on: Mar. 11, 2010, 11:18 am

The latest series from our Kitchen blog is from Jennifer Volland who highlights the design and build process of her friends Hollywood Hills kitchen. Part I: Where to Save Part II: Where to S...read more »

From My DIY Inspiration Files

By: Centsational Girl on: Mar. 11, 2010, 10:43 am

The Special Interest Publications by Better Homes & Gardens are one of my all time favorite go to resources for DIY ideas.  Today, I thought I’d pass along some of the ideas from ...read more »

Trash it or Transform it? Awesome Repurposed Furniture

By: CalFinder Contractors on: Mar. 11, 2010, 9:51 am

Often times, when furniture no longer serves its purpose or old age has decreased its visual appeal, we throw it out with the trash. But before spending a pretty penny on new designer goods,...read more »

House Crashing: A Brilliant Bungalow (Take Two)

By: Young House Love on: Mar. 11, 2010, 9:15 am

You may remember when we took you on a virtual tour of one of our favorite homes ever- this charming bungalow in Charlotte. It belongs to our friends Matt & Kristin (and their adorable p...read more »

Latest Tools and Tool Kits Articles

Tools for Laying Ceramic Tile

Tools for Laying Ceramic Tile

If you’ve been reading along, you know that I’m renovating my guest bathroom. My daughter is 13 months old and getting too big for the kitchen sink so it’s time to get this bathroom in order. Here’s my progress so far: Dremel... 

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Toro Snowblower Review – CCR 3650 Single Stage (Long Term Test)

Toro Snowblower Review – CCR 3650 Single Stage (Long Term Test)

For the last 4 years and through last weekend, we’ve been clearing snow off our driveway and walkways with the Toro CCR 3650 Single Stage Snowblower. We inherited this blower with the house (the previous owners were Georgia-bound) and... 

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Dremel Multi-Max Accessories Guide

Dremel Multi-Max Accessories Guide

You may have seen the post about my most recent tool addition- the Dremel Multi-Max. I’m really pleased with it so far and hope to use it for a big bathroom project coming up. It’s called the Multi-Max because it’s a multifunction... 

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Paslode Cordless Framing Nailer Review (CF325, Battery & Fuel Cell Model)

Paslode Cordless Framing Nailer Review (CF325, Battery & Fuel Cell Model)

If there ever were a tool that would create envy in the hearts of contractors and DIYers alike, it’s Paslode’s new CF325 Cordless Framing Nailer. The CF325 brings the power of a traditional round head framing nailer without the associated... 

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Latest Materials Articles

Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood flooring is the single most dramatic upgrade you can make to a home given the time and cost of installation. Hardwoods work in almost any design and in just about any budget. Hardwoods are versatile. While some species, cuts, and finishes... 

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Decorative Shelving to Add Style

Decorative shelves are a great way to add interest and function to any room. As I have slowly decorated my house, I have used mirrors, pictures, fabric wall hangings. But I found that I had other small items I wanted to incorporate into the... 

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