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Picking Up the Pieces After a Flood

Dealing with serious flood damage at home is not the end of the world. And most importantly, it does not have to cost you an arm and a leg to get your home back into living condition again. In fact, you may find (like I did) that recovering from a flood gives you an opportunity to improve the look and feel of your home overall, and even to implement design options that increase the value of your property. I spent about a year fixing up my place after a pipe exploded while I was on vacation, and literally ruined everything inside from the flooring and walls, to my photos and important paperwork. So, I figured I could help others "pick up the pieces" and create a bigger ad better lifestyle at home by turning a flood situation into an opportunity, instead of dealing with it like a crisis.

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2016

3 Cheap Novelty Gift Ideas
Whether you are hosting a party or other large event, or looking for an inexpensive holiday gift to get multiple people, cheap novelty gifts can be a great idea. Novelty gifts are fun because they are a bit out of the ordinary than regular gifts, and they are going to be a lot more affordable. This makes them perfect when buying gifts for a large amount of people because you will actually be able to afford to get everyone a gift.

Three Outdoor Patio Furniture Care Tips
Metal outdoor furniture can be a common choice for homeowners that are wanting to create a comfortable and functional patio. Sadly, it is a reality that homeowners will often overlook the care needs of these pieces of furniture. In order to ensure that your patio furniture lasts for as long as possible, you will want to be aware of these basic tips. Inspect The Furniture For Scratches Over the course of time, it can be possible for your metal furniture to become scratched.

Potential Benefits Of Fire Pit Tables
Those who want to add a little warmth to their backyard have a couple different options, including fire pits and fire tables. Adding some sort of fire pit is among the most popular do-it-yourself projects for backyards in the United States, with approximately 48 percent of people making improvements to their backyards adding fire pits. While both traditional fire pits and fire pit tables are popular and can do the job, there are a few advantages to choosing fire pit tables over fire pits.

Tire Care Tips
When it comes to operating a motor vehicle, safety should be a top priority. Recognizing that your vehicle's tires play a primary role in its overall safety is the first step toward making your car or truck a safer way to travel. Proper tire maintenance should be an important part of any driver's routine. Here are three tips you can use to ensure that your tires remain in good condition in the future.

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Storage Unit
You may need a storage unit can be for a multitude of reasons. It could be you're in between homes, maybe you had to downsize to a smaller home, or maybe you just needed to get rid of a few items but weren't necessarily ready to part with them just yet. No matter the reason, a storage unit is a great idea. It's a good way to keep your items safe, without taking up space around your own home (or your friend's/parent's home).

Looking For A Vacation Home? How Park Models Can Benefit Active Retirees
If you have just retired, you may be in the process of budgeting and downsizing so you can invest in an RV or vacation home for your free time. However, it may be hard to find an RV that has all the amenities you desire, and finding reasonably priced vacation homes may be difficult on your new fixed income. A happy medium between the two is a park model. Here are some benefits of park models you may want to consider.

Two Options for Fencing Off Your Yard
If you have a large property and want to fence off part of it as a playyard for your kids or to protect your garden from your kids, there are several fencing options open to you. The important part is figuring out which one will work best for you and suit your needs.  Stainless-Steel Cable Fencing One option open to you when you want to fence off part of your property as a play area for your children to safely be in is stainless-steel cable railing.

Three Tips To Protect Your Kitchen Cabinets Fro Common Forms Of Damage
Your cabinets are critical components for both the look and functionality of your kitchen. Unfortunately, there are many people that may not have a very thorough understanding about the steps that should be taken to protect these cabinets from common forms of damage. By using these three tips, you can help ensure that your cabinets are kept in the best condition possible. Repair Any Scratches As Soon As Possible Scratches can be among the more common types of damage that your kitchen cabinets can sustain.

Protect Your Window Treatments From Your Cats With These Tips
Adorning your windows with curtains, blinds and other window treatments is something that you do to maintain some privacy in your home. However, if you have cats, it can be a challenge to keep your window treatments free from clawmarks and hair. The tips below offer you some suggestions you can use to protect window treatments from your cats. Start with the Right Fabric The first thing you need to do in order to protect your window treatments from the cats in your home is to ensure that you've chosen fabric that won't attract their hair.

How To Choose The Right Paint And Get Cleaner Lines
Painting can be a simple and fun DIY home improvement project. A simple paint job can restore any room and make it feel new and fresh. However, for your paint job to look great, you need to be prepared. Perhaps the two most important things to consider are the type of paint that you use and how you are going to paint along the edges. This article explains both so you can paint like a pro.

3 Easy Tips For Using Draperies To Minimize Your Migraine Pain
If you have ever woken up or tried desperately to sleep through the pain, nausea and light sensitivity that are the agonizing reality of a migraine headache, you already know how important it is to limit the severity of your symptoms. Migraines are a serious health issue that impacts 38 million people in the United States. Buying the most appropriate draperies for the next time you get a migraine is the best step after seeking medical assistance.

4 Solutions For Affordable Heating Using A Biomass Boiler System
Biomass heating systems can be a great solution to bring down the cost of heating your home. They are commonly used with radiant heating systems, but they can also be used for other solutions, such as district heating and central HVAC. You can even combine your biomass boiler with geothermal or solar energy. Here are some of the solutions that you may want to consider for the installation of your biomass boiler:

Your Air Conditioning Options
There are quite a few different types of air conditioners out there, and some might be better suited to your needs than others. To help you decide which type would be best for you, here are some overviews of two of the most popular air conditioning systems: traditional central systems and heat pumps. Central Systems Your first option is to set up a central air conditioning system in your home. Many homes and buildings already have these systems installed, which means that it is very easy to replace the existing unit.