Home Improvement
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Why ebony may be the answer for your new or remodeled kitchenFeb 24, 2019 5:00 am - There's a reason why Darth Vader is the most visually memorable character in the Star Wars universe; Yes, the dark side of the Force is alluring, but it's Vader's dark c...
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Homeowners reveal why they can't stand old bathroomsFeb 22, 2019 5:00 am - Kitchens may get a lot of love, but homeowners are lavishing more attention on bathrooms lately. That's the major take-away from a recent poll that sheds new light on th...
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Newer low-flow toilets are the choice for replacementsFeb 22, 2019 5:00 am - Q. Our old master bathroom toilet does not flush well and we are thinking about adding a first-floor half bath. What are the best types of toilets to get for each room a...
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There's still time to protect your pipesFeb 21, 2019 5:00 am - As the winter snow and ice lingers, it's never too late think about protecting your home from the elements. For prudent homeowners, this entails taking steps to prevent ...
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When you love the location but loathe the houseFeb 17, 2019 5:00 am - WASHINGTON — In 2010, Gordon Bernhardt bought a five-level townhouse but never really liked it. “It was more space than I needed. I was never there and never fell in lov...
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Policy official suggests ways you can conserve energyFeb 15, 2019 4:00 am - Lauren Urbanek, a senior energy policy advocate in the climate and clean energy program at the Natural Resources Defense Council, recently joined The Washington Post's H...
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How to clean the grime between the panes of an oven doorFeb 08, 2019 4:00 am - Q. The window on our JennAir combination microwave/wall oven has become an absolute eyesore because of spilled liquid running between the dual glass windowpanes. We have...
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Repair expert's interesting life a tale to be writtenFeb 03, 2019 10:00 pm - The Daily Herald's intrepid home improvement columnist, Vermont-based Henri de Marne, retired in early January after 47 years of writing his once nationally syndicated c...
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To add warmth inside, rely on the great outdoorsJan 26, 2019 5:00 am - WASHINGTON — When Jim and Jennifer Sergent bought their home in suburban Arlington, Virginia, two years ago, they appreciated its modern look — the exposed wood beams an...
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Small touches create a great master bathroomJan 20, 2019 5:00 am - It's easy to design a gorgeous master bathroom if you have a huge budget. But with the right choices, says interior designer Gabriel Anderson, you can have an exceptiona...