Home Improvement

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Home Improvement

How to Move Heavy Furniture on Carpet
| Updated August 26, 2022 | Published May 20, 2022

There are a number of techniques you can employ to move heavy furniture across carpet so that it doesn’t cause any lasting damage. Here we look at the various ways this can be achieved.

How to Keep Outdoor Cushions from Sliding
| Updated August 7, 2022 | Published May 19, 2022

Cushions that slide off of outdoor furniture can be extremely irritating when you are trying to relax, and they can also cause potential hazards for children or anyone who may not have noticed a cushion on the floor. Here we look at hacks for keeping outdoor cushions from sliding off the furniture.

How to Hang Curtains from a Slanted Ceiling
| Updated February 4, 2024 | Published May 19, 2022

If you have a sloped or slanted ceiling, then the prospect of hanging curtains might seem more tricky than usual. Fortunately, there are various ways you can hang curtains from sloped ceilings without too much trouble. Here we investigate how to hang curtains from a slanted ceiling.

How to Block Light from Top of Curtains
| Updated August 14, 2022 | Published May 19, 2022

If you have purchased blackout curtains only to find that light is still seeping in over the top or edges of them, this can be very frustrating. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can easily adjust your curtains or customize them to entirely block any light from accessing your room when the curtains are drawn.

How To Convert Sliding Doors to French Doors
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Sliding doors have a bad reputation for coming off their tracks, and they can be dangerous and frustrating. By contrast, French doors don’t have any common issues they suffer from. French doors also look more contemporary and stylish than sliding doors, which tend to be more associated with a 90s home decor vibe. Learn how to convert sliding doors to French doors in this article.

How Many Curtain Panels for A Sliding Glass Door
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If you have sliding glass doors in your home, then chances are you’re going to want to use some window dressings with them. Curtains tend to be the easiest and most stylish option since they can easily be draped to the side when not in use.

How Much Do Curtains Cost
| Updated May 17, 2022 | Published May 17, 2022

The price of curtains can vary hugely depending on a number of factors, but it can be useful to know the average price of curtains in order to plan a budget for home renovations or so you can be sure you’re getting a good deal. Here we look at the price range for curtains and the factors that affect their cost.

Can You Use a Carpet Cleaner On a Mattress
| Updated July 14, 2022 | Published May 16, 2022

If you want to freshen up your mattress, you might be wondering what the best way to go about this is, and many people consider using a carpet cleaner. Here we look at whether carpet cleaners are suitable to use on mattresses and what other cleaning strategies you could use.

Should Storm Door Match Front Door Color
| Updated February 1, 2024 | Published May 16, 2022

The storm door can match the front door color as an intentional part of your front door rather than an add-on. But the storm door can be different and coordinate with the front door color.

How to Paint an Aluminum Door
| Updated August 15, 2022 | Published May 16, 2022

Screen doors, storm doors, and garage doors are commonly made from metal, and so they require a different technique for painting compared with wooden doors that most people have experience with. Paint will not absorb into aluminum like it will with wood, which can make it harder to get a good, smooth finish. Here we explain the steps you need to take to paint an aluminum door for the best results.

Standard vesa mount size
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VESA mount sizes range from 50 × 20 to 800 × 600. These numbers refer to the distance between horizontal and vertical mounting holes in millimeters. The type of VESA classification will give you an idea of the precise distance between mounting holes.

How to Keep Screen Door from Slamming
| Updated August 10, 2022 | Published May 16, 2022

A slamming screen door is a common occurrence, especially during the summer months when windows in the home are open, causing crosswinds to affect the air pressure, which results in a more severe slamming. This noise can be quite a nuisance, and it can startle pets, young children, or anyone who is alarmed by sudden loud noises. It can even become disruptive to daily life if you have someone in the home who works shifts and needs to sleep during the day or a baby napping because the slamming screen door can wake them up.