Eco News: CFL Bulbs Burning Out Too Quickly
CFL's good or bad?In January, an article in our local Chico Enterprise Record reported that California was the first state in the nation to phase out standard incandescent light bulbs in favor or more efficient options, like compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and light-emitting diode bulbs (LEDs). A new federal lighting efficiency standard begins on Jan....
Continue ReadingHow To: Replace and Install a Kitchen Sink
The Build.com Media Team is at it again, and have created a great how-to for replacing a drop-in cast iron sink. Changing out your old kitchen sink for a new one can seem like a very difficult do-it-yourself job. However, it doesn’t have to be! Follow Milan Rosan of Build.com as he shows you the step-by-step process of replacing and installing your kitchen...
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5 Man Cave Ideas
Just the words ‘man cave’ inspire various thoughts of rich wall-to-wall wood paneling, a moose head hanging over a stone fireplace and perhaps a pool table or an extravagant theatre set-up. Whatever the case may be, a man cave is an important space for man: it gives them an escape from the stress of life. Man cave essentials can vary from guy to guy, but...
Continue ReadingInexpensive Wall Art Ideas
Art for the walls in your home doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. As we all know, art can come in any number of forms, shapes and sizes, and our very own Brent Holland takes some time to show you that decorating your home with sweet-looking wall art can be inexpensive and fun. Adding color to your home or giving a room some texture and depth is probably...
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How To Prevent Clogged Drains
As a homeowner, you face challenges daily. Few obstacles are as troublesome and potentially smelly as a clogged drain. Whether it’s the kitchen sink or bathroom sink, or a shower or outdoor drain, how do you properly unclog a drain? And what’s the right way to maintain your drain to prevent clogging in the first place? Preventing clogs Think about the drains...
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5 Quick Weekend Projects
Weekend projects don’t typically take the entire weekend. Of the dozens of potential home improvement projects you could tackle over a weekend, here are five quick and easy ones that won’t take you away from enjoying your weekend. Unclog the showerhead: If the water pressure during your morning showers has been declining steadily, you might need to clear...
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Garbage Disposal Buying Guide
Since InSinkErator introduced it to the market in 1940, the garbage disposal has remained one of the most popular time- and labor-saving fixtures in any era’s contemporary kitchen. It’s pretty clear why the garbage disposal is so beneficial: it grinds up and eliminates food and bacteria buildup from old, rotting food particles. So what should you look for...
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