Kitchen and Bathroom Faucet Buying Guide
The Kohler K-692 Searching for just the right kitchen faucet or bathroom faucet opens up a host of options: spout height and reach, finish, brand and material. But your most important choice might be the number of handles. Differentiating between one or two handles goes deeper than just the obvious. It can dictate (or be dictated by) water and temperature control,...
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VELUX Skylights and Sun Tunnels
There was a time when my family and I treasured our wood-burning stove. The gray winter days evolved into cozy nights sitting by the wood-burning stove. But these fixtures aren’t exactly environmentally friendly, so we decided to get rid of it. Spurred on by the giant gaping chasm left in our ceiling from the stovepipe, we decided to install a sun tunnel from...
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7 Innovative Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans are one of the most versatile fixtures you can place in your home. They’re designed to: Circulate air Cool a living space when it’s warm and keep things warm during colder months Provide a source of light for any room Be placed indoors and outdoors (if they’re UL-rated for outdoors, that is) Ceiling fans can also be sources of innovation...
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Keying Services 101: Ordering New Locks
When you’re purchasing door hardware, you’re not pigeonholed to just one way of receiving your keys. Whether you’re installing a few new locks or keyed fixtures for your home or you’re replacing the locks for an entire apartment complex, there are a few different keying options: Keyed alike Keyed different Master keying Builder keying Keyed alike:...
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Bathroom Vessel Sinks
The bathroom is an ideal place in your home for a striking design statement, while remaining functional. And the best place to start is right at the sink. Kraus - Frosted Glass Vessel w/ Bruno faucet combo If you dare to be different in your bathroom, consider a vessel sink. It’s a stylish choice and a worthwhile update for a number of reasons, including: Ease...
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Electronic Handlesets For Home
When it comes to home security, we all want the best. And deadbolts are one of the most effective ways to thwart attacks on your home. One of the newest security technologies is the electronic deadbolt. Also known as key-less entry deadbolts, electronic deadbolt locks eliminate the need for keys and keep you a step ahead of would-be intruders. So, when you’re...
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Build.com Helps Award-Winning Contractor
Much of the time, it’s best not to do too much boasting. But when we help a customer achieve great things, we think that’s a good enough reason to brag a little. Laurie and Aaron Peirick of Wisconsin-based JP Kitchen Studios, LLC are no stranger to awards, but they’re going to want to make more room in their trophy case. The National Association of the...
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Eco-Friendly Bathroom Remodeling: Recycled Bathroom Sinks
You’ve installed energy-efficient lighting in your bathroom to show off your water-saving bathroom faucet. Your eco-friendly showerhead waits patiently to be used, and your dual flush toilet is the marvel of the entire bathroom. Nothing left in the bathroom to give an environmentally friendly spin, is there? What about the sink? One of the newest bathroom...
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Kitchen Pendant and Track Lighting Design Ideas
It’s essential to flood your kitchen with the right lighting—the right kind, the right amount and the right fixtures for your unique situation. When you think about how much light your kitchen needs, pendant lighting and track lighting are two super popular and versatile options that are designed to brighten just what you need. Hinkley Lighting 3100 This...
Continue ReadingHow To Fix Sticking Drawers
Today’s video shows you how to fix those sticky drawers around the home. A sticky drawer is frustrating, and it’s only going to get stickier. But this is a very practical way to eliminate a common problem. This trick only works on drawers with wood surfaces, not the fancy metal sliders. Enjoy this 30 Second Tip from Build.com. Feedback: How do you unstick...
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