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DIY Slate Tile Backsplash for Your Kitchen

According to the linked tutorial, slate tile is much more cost effective than most other kitchen/bathroom backsplash materials.  I think it looks very modern being a natural stone material.  And you can DIY to save on labor costs.You can check with your local home improvement store to see what colors of slate tile are available.  They might allow … [Read more...]

Thoughts on Earth Day and a 358 MPG Car

I don't get too excited about Earth Day anymore.  That's mainly because developing countries pollute so much and we have so little influence on that.  Perhaps it's helpful to look back at progress made in the US since the first Earth Day.What color are your paper napkins, toilet paper, and tissues?  White?  That's not always been the case.  Believe … [Read more...]

Which House Improvements Pay Off in Today’s Market?

Which home improvements are worth it now? The quick answer:  none will return 100% on your investment.  None. So if you are considering remodeling your house, realize you will not get all the remodeling money back when you sell your house.  Still, some improvements pay off better than others. Many times a realtor will encourage you to … [Read more...]

Paint Metal Items with Antique Bronze Finish

Do you have any metal items that would look better in an antique bronze finish? This tutorial shows how to give that look to a metal coffee table that was originally a cream color. I'm thinking I'd like to try this on some of my light fixtures.Click title for link at CentsationalGirl. … [Read more...]

Best Garage Floor Paint to Prevent Oil Stains

This could be a good project if you want to spiff up your house before selling it. Or maybe you want to spend more time in your garage & want to make it nicer.Click title for link at MotherEarthNews. … [Read more...]

5 Green Improvements that Will Add Value to Your Home

Insulation is good and most people appreciate energy efficient windows.Click title for more at PlanetGreen. … [Read more...]

DIY: Shoji-Style Closet Doors & More

These sliding closet doors are made from scratch and look great. In the comments are more ideas on how to use this technique, as in cabinet doors. This could work in an office for a more upscale, yet affordable, look. You could make a Shoji-type free-standing screen also. The corrugated plastic is not the traditional Shoji screen with hand-made … [Read more...]

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