1661. How Long will a Carpet Stay
February 21, 2012
Carpet is usually purchased because it is warm, soft, inviting, and feels good on bare feet. But since carpet can be a pricey investment for homeowners, it’s reasonable to want that investment to last and continue to look good. By implementing good cleaning techniques and proper frequency of mainten...
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1662. Proper Way of Handling Bee Stings
February 21, 2012
Bee stings can produce different reactions, ranging from temporary pain and discomfort to a severe allergic reaction. Having one type of reaction doesn't mean you'll always have the same reaction every time you're stung.
Minor reaction Most of the time, signs and symptoms of a bee sting are...
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1663. Bees and Pollination and Its Impact to Environment
February 21, 2012
Why are bees important?
It has often been said that bees are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat. Most crops grown for their fruits (including vegetables such as squash, cucumber, tomato and eggplant), nuts, seeds, fiber (such as cotton), and hay (alfalfa grown to ...
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1664. Different Flooring Ideas for Use
February 21, 2012
Hardwood
For classic style and elegance, nothing beats hardwood. This type of flooring adapts to all shapes of stair treads and is available in a range of different wood species, finishes and colours. Oak is renowned for its hardness and durability and is therefore a popular choice in high-t...
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1665. Flooring Options for Indoor Staircase
February 21, 2012
The choice of floor covering for an indoor staircase requires careful consideration, as the material you choose will have an impact on the surrounding decor. The location of the staircase and its function are important factors, and you should also consider whether the staircase is open or closed, wh...
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1666. Suggested Style of Carpet for Stairs
February 21, 2012
Apparently, the staircase had not been built on site and was designed without a center support or stringer. This left the hardwood guy scratching his head, struggling to find a way to install the new treads. He eventually figured it out, but a job that was estimated to take 3 days, actually took two...
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1667. Suitable Carpet for Your Room
February 21, 2012
There are many wonderful benefits to adding carpeting to your home. Carpet helps to keep your feet warm in the winter, helps to prevent fall related injuries in children and the elderly, reduces noise, and can help to insulate and make your home more energy efficient. Not only that but carpeting can...
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1668. Carpet Yarn Count: The Most Important Factor in Choosing Carpet
February 20, 2012
If you are looking to purchase new carpet for your home, then you know there is a wide range of carpet selections available to you. If you don't know much about carpeting, then those same carpet selections can become overwhelming, and most people end up making their carpeting choice based on color o...
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1669. Define Your Carpet To Suit Well
February 20, 2012
Selecting carpet over hardwood floors or tile is a popular choice of homeowners today. One of the reasons people go with carpet is the wide variety of textures, colors, and designs available. Unlike hardwood flooring and tile, carpet reduces noise levels from the floor, is more comfortable to walk o...
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1670. Floor Decor to Beautify Home
February 20, 2012
Replacing the flooring is an improvement that can add to the value and comfort of any home. Choosing what kind of floor to install can be a daunting task, however, as there are many types of flooring available. The most common types of floor decor are carpet, hardwood, tile, and laminate. Homeowners...
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