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Page 1: Bigger, Better, And More Beautiful: Home Improvement Advice

Bigger, Better, And More Beautiful: Home ImprovementAdvice

Whatever your reason for doing it yourself, making home improvements will be easier once

you've taken the time to read the article below.

Schedule a hot water heater draining at six month intervals. When you take the time to do

this, you will find that it it will run much more efficiently, and you will help to improve the life of

the heater, too. Just attach a hose to the drain and turn the spigot.

To give your kitchen a new look, put in a new sink. New sinks add an instant injection of

updated style. You can add a splash of color in your kitchen with a bright, colorful new sink.

Always remember to turn the main water supply if you are working on plumbing projects in

the bathroom or kitchen. If you are going to work near pipes, you need to shut the main

supply of water off.

When managing your home in the summer months, make use of as many fans as you can.

Ceiling fans especially help keep the air in a room circulating and therefore help keep the

room cooler. Fans are a cheaper alternative to air conditioning units so this will save on your

electric costs.

A drill comes in handy for many projects. A drill allows you to drill different diameter holes, as

well as screwing in a variety of screws. A drill that is cordless and battery operated is easiest

to use because you can take it anywhere. You might also want to invest in an assortment of

drill bits also.

One home improvement tip that works well is to be sure you create a contract with the

person doing the work when they come to see your problem. This way they cannot take

advantage of you or add extra charges since everything is down in writing. Not having a

contract could really end up coming back to hurt you.

If your siding needs replacing, think of insulation. Not only will it save money on your heating

bills, it will also add value to your home. It's like adding money to your pocket!

In many areas, you'll need approval from local government agencies or your homeowners'

association to do major home improvement work like putting up additions, adding a pool, or

constructing outbuildings. If you do not know what the laws are around where you live you

need to hire a pro.

Don't select a busy upholstery pattern when you're buying new furniture. Florals, bright colors

and geometric shapes can force your decorating hand. Purchase furniture in solid colors and

use accessories to add interest. You can use pillows and blankets to combine and create

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muted patterns.

Actually spend some time reading the bottle before purchasing drain cleaner. Cleaners can

differ a great deal, and many of them are quite harsh. Drain cleaners with active ingredients

that are crystallized, for instance, may adhere to the interior of pipes, causing long-term

damage. If you have a septic tank, you have to pick a drain cleaner approved for that use.

Keep these tips in mind when you have another daunting project. The right information can

help you to make sound decisions. You can do a lot by yourself, but you should not hesitate

to get some help from a professional if you need to.

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