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Satin Nickel Finish Chandelier $550 Satin Nickel finish chandelier 32 in. W x 26 in. H Overall height: 65 in. H |
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Satin Nickel Finish Billiard $450 Satin Nickel finish billiard 10 in. L x 38 in. W x 27.5 in. H Overall height: 66.5 in. H |
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Gibson SG61 Satin Finish Electric Guitar Satin Ebony $1499 Gibson SG61 Satin Finish Electric Guitar Satin Ebony |
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Floor Lamp with Satin Nickel Accents in Cappuccino Finish $204.3 Floor Lamp with Satin Nickel Accents in Cappuccino Finish |
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Table Lamp with Curving Base in Satin Nickel Finish $164.1 Table Lamp with Curving Base in Satin Nickel Finish |
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Cuisinart 77-10 Chef’s Classic Stainless Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set $121.95 The CUISINART 77-10 Cookware Set includes every piece required for everyday, basic cooking tasks. It’s the perfect set for a couple just setting up house, or for a country or second home. Contents: Cooking Surface Does Not Discolor, React With Food, Or Alter Flavors Unsurpassed Heat Distribution – Aluminum Encapsulated Bases Heat Quickly and Spread Heat Evenly, Eliminating Hot Spots Cool Grip Hand… |
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Aerolatte Milk Frother, Satin $18.99 This cute handheld milk frother is fun and easy to use; British celebrity chef Nigella Lawson recommends it over steam-driven frothers. Plus, in addition to its most popular use–creating delicate foam for homemade cappuccinos, lattes, or hot chocolates– the Aerolatte milk frother can be used for other, equally yummy treats. An enclosed recipe sheet offers ideas for fruit “shakes” and coffee frap… |
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Thermos Nissan 34-Ounce Vacuum Insulated Stainless-Steel Gourmet Coffee Press $23.99 Don’t confine the pleasure of pressed coffee to home. With this combination of coffee press and vacuum-insulated thermos, European-style coffee turns up at the office or campground and stays hot three times longer than coffee made in a glass press. Simply spoon in ground coffee, add boiling water, place the lid on with plunger in the up position, wait four minutes, push down the plunger slowly, an… |
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Days of Future Passed $13.98 The Moody Blues’ second album was also their first of what would be a succession of “concept” albums. Inspired by the Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper and utilizing the London Festival Orchestra primarily for epic instrumental interludes between songs, Days of Future Passed moved the Birmingham band away from its early R&B roots (as displayed on its debut album with soon-to-depart future Wings member Denny La… |
10 Surefire Ways to Avoid Common DIY Home Improvement Mistakes
Ask people who have completed do-it-yourself projects and they'll tell you that the projects took at least twice and much time and three times the money they thought they would. The basic reason is that DIYers usually make a lot of mistakes that end up making home improvement projects more expensive and time-consuming.
Here are 10 surefire ways to avoid the top DIY home improvement mistakes in the future and ensure success.
1. Take out the required permits - it's amazing how many DIYers skip this step. Sure, it takes time, and it means you have to deal with the government, but it's actually in your best interest to make sure get the required home improvement permits. The folks in the permitting office will make sure the project is done correctly and that you stay safe in the process. Also, for some projects, you'll need proof that you have a permit or your insurance company won't cover the improvement. You'll probably need a permit for any project larger than wallpapering and painting. If you're unsure, call your local building department and ask.
2. Have all the tools and materials you need available before you start your project - starting a job without the necessary tools and supplies will slow down the job and delay your progress. And make sure you buy quality tools. They're a wise investment.
3. Prepare the job site for material deliveries - when your suppliers deliver materials, you'll want to make sure the job site is ready to accept them. You don't want your materials exposed to the weather while you are working and you want to have a storage area to prevent theft.
4. Don't skimp on materials - for example, don't use 1/4-inch drywall for building walls. Use at at least 5/8-inch; and 3/4-inch works well for a good sound barrier. Use 3/4-inch plywood for sub-floors. It creates a much stronger floor.
5. Prepare the walls for painting - clean the walls, sand them and patch any holes before you paint. Use a coat of primer or stain blocker if you're trying to cover over oil-based paint, stains or peeling paint, or if you're painting a lighter color over a darker color.
6. Use the correct paint - use flat paint ceilings. Interior paints should have at least an eggshell or satin finish so you can scrub it. For outdoor decks, use a linseed-oil-based stain to drive the pigment into the wood and preserve it.
7. Keep safe while working - you don't want to end up in the emergency room. Wear safety goggles when using power tools or working with drywall or wood. Wear a hard hat when you're working under other people on scaffolding, and open some windows when you're painting or staining, or stripping old finishes off of floors or walls. Don't wear loose, hanging clothing, especially when using power tools. Wear gloves when carrying wood, metal and rock, or when hammering, and wear a nail or tool pouch to prevent damage to your floors, feet, and pets.
8. Measure twice and cut once - probably the most important rule of any project. If you're going to make a mistake, make it too long. You can always make something shorter. You can't make it longer.
9. Know the limits of your abilities - you're not going to be good at everything. If you don't have a lot of experience at plumbing or electrical work, for instance, don't attempt those projects.
10. Don't start to learn how to do a project on your own house - If you want to learn how to do a project, offer your assistance to a friend who is an experienced DIYer or a contractor. And if you have any question about what you're doing, make sure you stop and ask.
You probably won't eliminate all of your DIY home improvement mistakes, but you can surely reduce them with these 10 tips.
Joan Yankowitz
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*G* Fulton 3495L Black Mailbox with Key Lock $36.98 Black satin finish. Key locking security lock. Preassembled matching magazine rack included. 15'' W. x 6-1/4'' H. x 3'' D. |
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-1 Glowtone 33-by-22-Inch ADA Compliant Single Bowl Drop-In Stainless Steel Sink with Three Faucet Holes - Houzer - A3322-65BS3 $385.3 This Double Bowl Sink by Houzer has a topmount design and fits 36 in. sink bases. Two equal bowls provide ample space for cleaning and food preparation tasks. The drop-in sink has an overall size of 33 in. W x 22 in. D x 6-1/2 in. H and each bowl measures 14-1/16 in. W x 16-3/4 in. D x 6-1/2 in. H. The lustrous satin finish adds shine to your kitchen. This sink has a StoneGuard undercoating over a Super-Silencer pad. Ships via UPS/FedEx ground. |