Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Satsuma pottery fell in quality over the yearsMar 30, 2013 5:51 am - Q. These two vases are each 18½ inches tall. I inherited them from my mother, who got them from a sale in 1946. I understand that they were quite old then. As you can se...
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Tricks to helping kids keep an organized bedroomMar 30, 2013 5:00 am - The conversation often starts with, “Where are your shoes?” For many parents trying to get out the door on time in the morning, a child with a disorganized bedroom can b...
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Spring tablescapes celebrate new beginningsMar 30, 2013 1:00 am - There is something magical about eating together, isn’t there? In this day of hustle and bustle, where we often grab dinner from a drive-through window, it fills our hea...
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Home inspector: Buyers worry about radon in homeMar 29, 2013 2:24 pm - Q. We are in the process of buying a house and were informed that the sellers installed a radon mediation system last year. Radon levels before the system was installed ...
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Modern takes on Easter décorMar 29, 2013 10:00 am - Fuzzy chicks and cute bunnies are part of the pastel pantheon of Easter decor, and their charm helps define the look of the season. But for those who prefer celebrating ...
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Monarch buttefly talk rescheduled:Mar 25, 2013 4:24 pm - The presentation “Monarchs ... Bringing Back America’s Most Beloved Butterfly” has been rescheduled to 7 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, at the Fremont Public Library, 11...
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Seven signs of spring for your homeMar 24, 2013 6:00 am - As the light of spring shines on cluttered coffee tables, chipped woodwork and deflated pillows, it's obvious that our homes take a hit in the long hard slog from Thanks...
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An enclosed porch comes out of hibernationMar 24, 2013 5:00 am - Everyone looks forward to some special aspect of spring's arrival, whether it's seeing colorful bulbs burst into bloom, packing away the snow shovel or dusting off boxes...
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Keep food safety in mind in selecting faucets, sinksMar 24, 2013 4:01 am - Q. I recently read your column about a homeowner asking about a small faucet for a prep sink that would use cold water only. As a food professional, I’d advise that food...
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Duct cleaning gives some homeowners peace of mindMar 23, 2013 6:00 am - John Santos of Los Angeles wants his home to be a healthy gathering place for family and friends, some of whom are recovering from major illness. As part of his effort, ...