Real Estate
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'Perfect for you' is the real testFeb 04, 2018 5:01 am - As a designer, I am often asked whether I like the interiors of the latest restaurant or the lobby of a hyped hotel. And when I am asked, I'm always cautious to answer. ...
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With many colors and forms, coneflowers offer much varietyFeb 04, 2018 5:00 am - While it's snowy outside, I imagine the summer garden. And what would a summer garden be without coneflowers? As charming as they are tough, these North American natives...
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Flexible guest rooms can mimic a posh hotelFeb 04, 2018 5:00 am - There are many ways to create a flexible guest room. You can often grab inspiration from hotel rooms because they operate from the perspective of providing not only the ...
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Ember leaves burn mark on wood floorFeb 04, 2018 5:00 am - Q. Last night, while loading the wood stove, an ember popped out, just missing the hearth rug and landing on our wood floor. The floor is unstained solid oak with a uret...
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Buying a home as an unmarried couple? Do these 3 thingsFeb 04, 2018 12:00 am - Love and marriage don't always go together, no matter what Sinatra says. If you're in a committed relationship but nuptials are on the back burner, just know your dream ...
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Humble moss proves a soothing and simple hit in the homeFeb 03, 2018 5:00 am - OSAKA, Japan — If you consider moss to be somewhat unspectacular and somber, you might have to change your mind. Moss is now displayed in glass jars or in the bonsai for...
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Tips on adding storm windowsFeb 03, 2018 5:00 am - Q. I think exterior storm windows would be good, but they are expensive. Will they improve window efficiency much? What is a low-cost simple design I can make myself? A....
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Things to know when signing a purchase contractFeb 03, 2018 5:00 am - Q. This is the first time we've bought a house, and our agent says when we find the right one, she'll draw up the contract and we'll sign it right there. My father alway...
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Owners must be notified of contract with board memberFeb 03, 2018 5:00 am - Q. The board of our condominium association entered into a contract with a board member to provide certain maintenance supplies to the association. The board member owns...
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Debate over drug rehab plan heads to Wheaton city councilFeb 03, 2018 12:00 am - Leaders of an addiction treatment center are bracing for a showdown with Wheaton neighbors at a Monday city council meeting over a controversial plan to open a facility ...