LED Rope Lights: 7 Imaginative Decor Ideas

Posted on: 30 November 2016

You use those LED rope lights for your super-star holiday display. But is that the only way that those shining little gems can add to your home's décor? No way! You can literally use them every day. How? Check out these string lighting options that don't have to have anything to do with Christmas (but they can). Brighten Your Artwork String the LED ropes around your picture frames as accents. Or, if you don't have frames, DIY yourself some out of the lights themselves.
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Giving A Cheap Novelty Gift For A Housewarming Party

Posted on: 30 November 2016

If one of your friends just became a new homeowner, and they have decided to host a get-together to show off their new property, it is customary to bring along a gift in celebration of their new endeavor as an owner of a new house. When money is tight, finding a respectable gift without spending a lot can be a bit difficult. Here are some great cheap novelty gift ideas you can contemplate in giving to your friend to show your happiness in their new prospect with an item that is usable and able to be displayed with pride.
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Properly Caring For A Precast Stone Fireplace Mantel

Posted on: 10 November 2016

If you just purchased a new home with a fireplace in your living room, and your mantel is constructed of precast stone, caring for it properly will be an important task in order to keep it looking its best. Simple maintenance steps to a precast stone mantel will ensure it does not suffer from staining, excessive debris build-up, or a damaged appearance. Here are some tips you can use to keep your stone mantel in the best possible condition so it enhances your fireplace beautifully.
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Four Goops And Goos To Have On Hand If You Plan On Tackling DIY Plumbing Projects

Posted on: 13 October 2016

Small plumbing tasks, such as caulking in a sink or replacing a faucet, can often be tackled without the help of a plumber. However, your results will only be as good as the materials you use. In order to ensure your DIY plumbing attempts are successful, keep the following goopy, gooey products on hand and know how to use them. Pipe Dope Also sold as "thread paste," this substance comes in a jar with a brush on the lid.
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