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The insulation R-value is the way we measure the resistance to heat flow, also called thermal resistance.  The higher the attic insulation R-value, the more resistant to heat flow it is, which makes it a better choice.  This is determined by the material, thickness and density of the insulation; however, there are other factors that [...]

Most people hate to shop for carpet. It can be very hard looking through all the different varieties of different fiber types and the benefits and drawbacks of each. However, one of the most difficult aspects of picking new carpet is generally color. People generally agonize over the color of their carpet to no end. [...]

When you have shutters installed on your house, basic maintenance is inevitable.  The type of shutters that you have will determine what type of work has to be done to keep them looking and working well.  In this post I want to share with you how to do this on different types of shutters so [...]

Even though there are many advantages to buying split air conditioners it’s important to know the disadvantages to make a balanced decision. This article will talk about a few of the negatives to buying a split air conditioner so that you have a better idea of what to expect. To begin with, a split air [...]

Updating bathroom design involves not only changing the baths, but more of layout swap. Bathroom design adds value to the home and gives a competitive edge. If a person wishes to stick with the same layout, one has to measure their bathroom suite very carefully, before buying any replacements or new bathroom fits. Re-wiring and [...]