Painting brick can be tricky because the brick absorbs so much paint. It is important to do it properly for good results. Here is an article that will give you the instructions you need to get the best results http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4040365/list/What-You-Need-to-Know-Before-Painting-Brick
Hummingbirds are good for your garden and fun to watch! Feeding hummingbirds is an easy, inexpensive and satisfying pastime. All you need is a feeder, table sugar and some water to get started. The first step is getting a bird feeder. One of the most important things to remember when selecting a feeder is that …
Buying light bulbs used to be so elementary. But, with the development of more energy-efficient bulbs there are more options than ever. Some of the features that I always consider when shopping for light bulbs are the color of the bulb; will the light be warm or cool, is it dimable or not (I always …
I love glass bottles and have recycled them for years. I was looking for an effective way to cut and re-purpose them when I found this video. Check out the link below to see how to cut a glass bottle and get a nice clean cut almost every time. It’s a simple process and you …
Not very long ago most paint was simply oil or water based. In response to environmental impact concerns, paint formulas are now all water based, some acting like oil but still water based. When paint formulas change, so do the formulas for your color, and often times the new formulas are not as durable because …
Here is an article that is appearing on Rodale.com today http://www.rodale.com/environmental-working-group-cleaners-database. There are many products listed here and they have included alternative recipes for environmentally friendly products you can whip up yourself. Or you can try the Shaklee Get Clean product line available at www.expectsuccess.myshaklee.com, these products are used in the White House and endorsed …
While I love to garden I realize that not everyone is born with a green thumb. These plants are perfect for the lazy, busy and even those with a ‘black thumb’. They will forgive your neglect and patiently survive the harsh conditions you put them through. However, no plant is indestructible, so make sure to …
The philosophy behind the eclectic style of decorating is to combine elements from different time periods and different origins within a single project or space. For me, this has also meant combining elements from different time periods of my own life and my family’s history, along with my found treasures. Although this may paint a …
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This Will Make You Think Twice About How You Clean Your BBQ Grill! I have never heard of this happening before, but I have thought about the condition of my BBQ cleaning tools at the beginning of the grilling season, I mean they do get pretty nasty from that nasty job they do. So this …
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Here is a great all natural product from Total Wardrobe Care in London, England to save your woolens form moths when you store them for the Summer! Check out their website for a ton of great clothing care items www.totalwardrobecare.co.uk I found them in The Wall Street Journal How To Spend It Magazine – you know this …
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