Home Improvement
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How to build the custom home you've always wantedMar 12, 2016 6:16 am - As Anne and Kevin Boyce's children grew, the couple recognized their beloved home seemed to shrink and their hilly, nearly nonexistent yard didn't offer space for outdoo...
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Water-saving toilets can reduce bill by $120 a yearMar 06, 2016 12:00 am - Q. We are remodeling both bathrooms and will need new toilets. One old toilet leaks and the other does not flush well. What is the best type of new water-saving toilet t...
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Seven smart, stylish ideas for small kitchensMar 01, 2016 5:00 am - The biggest renovation you can make to your home this spring may just be right under your nose — or, rather, your feet. Although carpet often gets a bad rep for being ol...
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Learn about green roofs in LibertyvilleFeb 29, 2016 12:00 am - Learn how green roofs are part of the solution of minimizing human impact on nature at the Green Drinks event at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, at O'Toole's of Libertyville...
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Net zero energy model puts twist on efficiencyFeb 28, 2016 12:00 am - Net zero energy model puts twist on efficiency
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Sponsors help contest winners transform roomsFeb 21, 2016 5:00 am - A little help from contest sponsors transforms room for Mount Prospect family
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Time is an important factor when considering home repairsFeb 14, 2016 12:00 am - Q. I enjoy your column each week and have learned a lot from it. I am a single senior citizen who owns her own home. When I need work performed, I will get at least two ...
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Bathroom tiles can be paintedFeb 07, 2016 12:00 am - Q. Is it possible to paint vinyl bathroom tiles and get a finish that does not scratch or wear off? If so, what type of paint do you suggest? A. Yes, it is possible. Mak...
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Getting fresh air into the houseFeb 07, 2016 12:00 am - Q. During winter when we heat or summer when we air-condition, the indoor air becomes stale. How can we get fresh air into the house without losing a lot of heat or lett...
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Explore all exterior drainage options before making choiceJan 24, 2016 12:00 am - Q. I am hoping you can provide some guidance for an issue at the house we now live in. This ranch house was built in 1979 and has a walkout/daylight lower level. We boug...