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How To Make Your Own Insulating Curtain Panels

With winter approaching, it is time to put away your sheer drapes, and put up something that offers more insulation. If you're looking to save money on insulating drapes, you can make your own for a fraction of a cost of buying new ones. Here's how. Measure your window and purchase fabric. Begin by measuring the distance from the top of your window to the floor. This is the length you will need your curtain panels to be. Read More 

Questions About Mitigating Common Sources Of Tree Damage

There are few plants that are larger or more noticeable than the trees on your property. However, it is possible for trees to be subjected to a variety of threats and risks. For those that are not sure of what their trees need to keep safe from some forms of damage, having a couple of common questions addressed will likely make keeping your trees safe an easier task for you to do. Read More 

Save Some Serious Dough: 4 Tips To Help You Avoid Bankruptcy During A Move

It can become quite expensive to rent or purchase a new home, from the down payment or security deposit to the cost of the actual moving. Some probably wonder how it can even be fit into their budget. However, moving is a part of life, and most people have to do at least once in their lifetime. To help save money before, during and after the process, here are a few budget-friendly tips: Read More 

4 Tips To Help You Prepare Your Home For Window Replacement And Improvements

Replacement windows can be a great investment to improve the energy efficiency of your home. They can easily be installed inside existing window casings to minimize repairs. There is still a lot of work that needs to be done when replacing windows, and you may want to consider improvements to windows and doors that are not being replaced. Here are some tips to help you prepare for replacement windows and improvements to your home. Read More 

Manufacturers Must Develop New Water Softeners That Satisfy The Public And Benefit The Environment

The wise adage that says you can't have your cake and eat it too is a good illustration for those whose duty it is to make water safe and accessible to the public. Chlorine is a chemical that is used to purify the water consumers drink, bathe and use for other domestic purposes. Water softeners have been used for ages to soften hard water, and sodium is contained in the softeners. Read More