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Gloss and Polishing Enamels

Enamels which can be baked on surfaces usually wear much longer, as they are harder and tougher, and not easily softened by water or oil. Other gloss enamels are made from very pale oil varnishes that contain specially treated drying oils. Gloss enamels of such compositions are unusually waterproof, causing them to be very durable and suitable for use in most of the rooms of a house.
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Assess Your Pest Control Needs

The activity level of bugs and birds is increasing this time of the year as well as the activity of rodents. If you notice that you are having a problem with any of these pests, call a pro to help you remove them. Remember many of these animals carry disease and/or can cause serious structural damage to your home and yard.
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May 31, Overcoming the Fear of Color and Adding Life to Your Home

Many people live with an all-white, off-white or beige interior for years, simply because they aren't sure what else to do. there's a growing body of evidence which suggests that a colorless environment negatively affects our mood, our ability to concentrate, and our productivity.
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Log Home Restoration - Things to Consider When Removing the Finish

often get requests from log home owners that say, "I want to have my log home cleaned and stained." When I ask exactly what do they mean, I usually here" I want the logs washed and re-coated. At this point I ask for a few minutes of their time to explain the following.
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Preparing a Concrete Floor For Painting

All concrete needs to be prepared. New concrete is too tight at the surface and old concrete is too dirty. If you coat over these without first using a concrete grinder you will get partial adhesion in small areas, but the majority of the floor will suffer from peeling.
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Begin Your Garden

To begin your garden for the season clear debris - dead leaves, twigs, weeds, and rocks from your garden. The soil will need to be tilled and aerated for best growth results. If you don't already have a space designated for your garden, call a landscaper to help you create one.
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Log Staining Tips For Log Cabins

Staining a log cabin is a big job. You want to do it right to justify all your hard work. Follow these tips to give you a job you can be proud of and a cabin that will look beautiful for years to come.
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Clematis make Great Companions

What a difference rain makes. Everywhere I look this spring in and around Atlanta gardens are lush. I can almost hear the plants shouting their thanks to Mother Nature. While my roses and perennials have been prolific, the weeds are also keeping pace. But I'll take the good with the bad, weeding is preferable to drought every time. Among the stars in my garden this spring one that stands out after three years is Clematis 'Arabella.' I added this non-climbing vine to my mixed border after discovering it over four years ago in Lyndy Broder's Stockbridge, Georgia garden. A selection of Clematis integrifolia, it thrives despite heat and humidity, producing masses of 2 to 3 inch wide flowers that open deep purple blue and then fade to corn blue. I let mine ramble and scramble through my border where it blooms for months beginning in May. On a visit to Lyndy's garden this spring where her collection of clematis now exceeds 150 varieties 'Arabella' was still one of my favorites. Lyndy uses it throughout her garden as a groundcover and lets it mix and mingle with other perennials like hardy geraniums.
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Painting on Walls

Wall painting is the cheapest way to make your room beautiful. There are different types of paint for different decorating needs. The challenge appears when you have to decide which color for your wall and what kind of material for finishing. Emulsion paint is widely used among others for painting wall, ceiling, or various other applications. These paints work so well on walls and ceiling because they are easier to apply than many other paints and they last longer in terms of their color grip and their durability.
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Sticky Paint

Just had the bathroom remodeled. The guy in charge decided to do the painting himself instead of sub contracting it to painters. It's been over three
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May 28, Sticky Paint

Just had the bathroom remodeled. The guy in charge decided to do the painting himself instead of sub contracting it to painters. It's been over three
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Coloring Your House

Are your ready to paint the interior of your home, but don't where to begin in terms of color choice? Discover quick tips for coloring your house, including color choice, the addition of an area rug and much more!
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