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		<title>Remodel Your Kitchen</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:32:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kitchen remodeling is a giant job. To create the kitchen of your dreams while sticking to a budget, you'll need to have a good plan. Remodeling doesn't have to drive you crazy, though. Get ahead by doing some smart planning ahead of time. Here are some things to think about while laying out your kitchen, buying appliances, and undertaking construction.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Kelley Masterson</div>
<p>Kitchen remodeling is a huge task. To create the kitchen of your dreams while sticking to a budget, you&#8217;ll need to have a good plan. Remodeling doesn&#8217;t have to drive you nuts, though. Get ahead by doing some smart planning ahead of time. Here are some items to consider while laying out your kitchen, purchasing appliances, and carrying through construction.</p>
<p>The number one issue to consider in designing your new kitchen is having enough storage. You want space for your plates, bowls, and cups. You have to store cookware. You probably also want space for a pantry. Everybody&#8217;s storage needs are unique, so be sure to put lots of time into making sure that your new kitchen has lots of space.</p>
<p>Part of your storage solution will be your new kitchen cabinets. The cabinets aren&#8217;t just for storage, either, they&#8217;re an important part of the beauty of the kitchen. You should choose a cabinet layout that maximizes your space. You also need to choose cabinets that look fantastic in your new kitchen. You might want the cabinets to match some other part of your house, for example. Since there are so many to choose from, you should visit a showroom to look at all the types.</p>
<p>Kitchen appliances are another important part of any kitchen remodeling project. If you haven&#8217;t checked out the range of types and styles of kitchen appliances available these days, you&#8217;re in for a good surprise. You might be interested in one of the new bottom freezer refrigerators, or a small form factor dishwasher to fit in a smaller kitchen.</p>
<p>Lastly, specialized software for kitchen design  is now available for free or very low cost. Anybody with basic computer knowledge can use these programs to look at different options for kitchen layout. After that, you can even have the computer show you what your kitchen will look like.</p>
<p>Kitchen remodeling can be a big project. To build your new kitchen, you&#8217;ll need to make a plan, have some patience, and put in lots of hard work. Best of luck!</p>
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		<title>A Beginners Guide To Wood Finishing &#8211; Woodworking Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:10:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes time to finish your project you need to know that for wood treatments it is either stain, paints or finish. They are each providing a different outcome. To tint the wood you would use wood stains. Paints sit on the wood and protect it. Some finishes are pretty much paint without any color added to it. They are the ones that give that clear protection.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Ryan Henders</div>
<p>When it comes time to finish your project you need to know that for wood treatments it is either stain, paints or finish. They are each providing a different outcome. To tint the wood you would use wood stains. Paints sit on the wood and protect it. Some finishes are pretty much paint without any color added to it. They are the ones that give that clear protection.</p>
<p>Probably one of the most well known finishes is varnish. It?s a great finish because the more layers you use the stronger the finish. The major problem with varnish is it dries slowly which increases the chance for dust to get into the finish. If possible, try to do your finishing work in an area where there is the least amount of dust.</p>
<p>A mixture of resins and synthetics boiled together is what makes varnish. If you are using polyurethane?s then you are simply using a varnish that has had a polyurethane resin added to it. When you are using a varnish that contains a higher quantity of oil, it makes the product more flexible and this is known as Spar varnish, which makes it perfect for outdoor use because of it flexing properties.</p>
<p>If you are going to use varnish as your finishing product then you need to know how to apply it properly. Working in a dust free room is a priority. Then using a tack cloth wipe down your project as it must be perfectly clean. Put some of your varnish into a container that you can work out of .That way if it becomes contaminated with dust you can just discard that amount. Apply the varnish using long steady strokes with a brush working in the grain direction. Tip off your brush strokes. Wed sand in between coats with fine sandpaper.</p>
<p>There is also wiping varnish but read the labels carefully before using this product to be sure that it is varnish and not tung oil.</p>
<p>Then there are oil and varnish blends. They work similar to an oil finish but have a bit more protection to them but they are not for building layers.</p>
<p>Shellac is a natural resin but not is as durable as the others are. It?s not good for items such as kitchen counter or cabinets for example. It is a fast drying product though and you can get it in various colors.</p>
<p>Lacquer is usually applied with a spray gun but the fumes can be dangerous and the dry dust is explosive.</p>
<p>There are some really good what are labeled as water based finishes but they all have a certain amount of solvent in them. Their two weaknesses is they show brush marks and they bubble when you are applying them so use a synthetic brush for this.</p>
<p>Proper sanding between coats of your finish is one of your most important steps. Be sure to use fine sandpaper. The sanding removes bumps and uneven spots. Especially made sandpaper for wet sanding is ideal. Really, take the time to research the various finishes you are going to use to get the best application and intended use from them.</p>
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		<title>Benefits of Having a Sunroom Enclosure</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:46:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The excuses to install a sunroom enclosure number in the many. It augments the look of a home while providing an extra space that is particularly built to be a place of retreat. With attention on capturing natural light, the glass enclosure permits you to experience season after season, year by year. Double paned windows let you to look out on nature without the worry of rain, snow or heat ruining the day. The parade of uses for a sunroom enclosure is never ending. Whether you are entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying the view, the sunroom is probably going to be the part of the house that holds some of the warmest memories.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Joe Harrell</div>
<p>The rationalizations to install a sunroom enclosure number in the numerous. It boosts the look of a home while providing an extra space that is specifically built to be a place of retreat. With a focus on capturing natural light, the glass enclosure permits you to experience season after season, year after year. Double paned windows allow you to look out on nature without the fear of rain, snow or heat ruining the day. The parade of uses for a sunroom enclosure isn&#8217;t ending. Whether you&#8217;re entertaining or merely relaxing and enjoying the view, the sunroom is probably going to be the part of the house that holds some of the warmest memories.</p>
<p>Why House owners Frequently Select Sunrooms</p>
<p>The straightforwardness of installing sunrooms has made them fairly popular and in high demand. Within a few weeks of picking out the required spot for a sunroom, one can be relaxing in the exact room they had pictured in their mind only a few weeks earlier! Compared to the average &#8216;brick and mortar&#8217; addition that may take an in ordinate amount of time to finish, sunrooms have been observed to dramatically increase the resale value of a home. A sunroom is created to add cultured worth to the home, inside and out.</p>
<p>Furniture for Your Sunroom</p>
<p>Wicker furniture and sunrooms seem to go hand in hand and it is frequently the first choice for furnishing sunrooms. Wicker furniture has come a ways and a complete room can be furnished with not only chairs and love seats but ottomans, end tables and a number of accessories. Strong dining tables with matching chairs as well as rocking chairs and desks are readily available in several styles.</p>
<p>Furnish your sunroom accordingly to its purpose. A room with the only point of entertaining needs plenty of places for guests to sit, while a study will need shelves for books and good lighting for reading. A sunroom with a whirlpool will need a place to hang towels and plenty of rugs so that no-one slips!</p>
<p>How will your new addition serve you? One of the finest parts of getting to make a complete room that is made precisely to your specifications, is getting to fill it with furniture and further shape it to an environment all your own. Soft cushions, sofas, leather furniture, plants, sound systems, rugs, end tables, pictures, books&#8230; It&#8217;s all up to you. There is no inaccurate way to furnish a sunroom!.</p>
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