Home Improvement
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Arlington Heights family wins Ugly Door ContestSep 08, 2019 6:00 am - Bob and Mary Beckman of Arlington Heights are the proud winners of a beautiful new front door with sidelight panels, thanks to a contest held by Woodland Windows and Doo...
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Countertop appliances vs. large oven and rangeSep 07, 2019 6:00 am - Q. I prefer to use the kitchen range and oven for cooking, but I've heard it is more efficient to use small countertop appliances. Is this true and is there a simple way...
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The best eco-friendly containers to save you from Sad Desk Lunch syndromeAug 28, 2019 6:00 am - My earliest memories of a packed lunch come courtesy of a precocious badger who was a very picky eater. In the classic 1960 children's book “Bread and Jam for Frances,” ...
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Expert tips for updating your front doorAug 18, 2019 7:00 am - How great would it be if you could just pop out your old front door, Lego-style, and replace it with a new one? In one bold move, you could change the look of your house...
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Planning a renovation? How to get your home readyAug 16, 2019 6:00 am - Prepping your home for a major renovation means more than just draping old sheets over the furniture. Your goal should be to keep the contents of each room intact when t...
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How to keep project costs to a minimumAug 10, 2019 6:00 am - Despite what you see on TV, remodeling can get expensive. Follow these
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Upgraded amenities homebuyers look forAug 09, 2019 7:00 am - With homes selling for top dollar in many markets lately, some sellers may question the decision to spiff up their abodes above and beyond “as is” condition. Truth is, h...
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Controlling room temperaturesAug 03, 2019 6:00 am - Q. We have central air-conditioning, but have a problem keeping all the rooms evenly cool. Someone is always too hot or too cool. What are some simple methods to balance...
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Contest improves life for ex-Navy Seal who lives in AddisonJul 29, 2019 1:00 am - Mandy Hagestedt, a barber and owner of a four-unit apartment building in Addison, was able to upgrade one of those units for a longtime tenant and Vietnam veteran when s...
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Outdoor kitchens keep evolvingJul 28, 2019 11:00 pm - Since the basic backyard barbecue began evolving into the outdoor kitchen, the trend has only grown. Some of today's outdoor cooking areas can seem almost like full kitc...