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Art Mediums You Probably Haven’t Thought About
When you think of fine art, do you immediately think of paintings and possibly a few famous statues? It’s a common misconception that fine art only means paintings in museums. Truthfully, the term ‘fine art’ covers an enormous range of media, including but not limited to sculpture, pottery, furniture, metalworking, textiles and even architecture. Here is a brief overview of some of those mediums for your consideration. Art as Architecture Have you ever seen a building or house that you thought looked really amazing, enough to make you smile or even give you a
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Types of Decks for Your Home
With more people working from home today, homeowners are looking for ways to outfit their homes and expand their outdoor space. Decks are an easy way to use the outdoors and improve the lifestyle of the owners. Here are a few decks you can choose from to complete your outdoor living space. Elevated Deck Elevated decks offer homeowners an extension of their indoor space into the outdoors. This is a great option for those with uneven terrain, sloped backyards or those in flood zones. Homeowners can use this type of deck for higher stories on
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4 Outdoor Activities for Summer 2020
This summer is going to be a season of canceled travel plans for many people. Perhaps job uncertainty means you’re putting money in the bank instead of into plane tickets, and perhaps you simply canceled plans in order to be on the safe side. Either way, if you’re stuck at home this summer, make the most of it with activities you can do right in your own back yard. Swimming Swimming is the quintessential summer activity. If you’re lucky enough to have a pool, this summer will be the perfect time to enjoy it.
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4 Spring Cleaning Tips to Get Your Home Cleaner
Nobody wants to live in a messy home, but in this busy world, it’s all too easy to find yourself behind on your cleaning and discover that a mess has slowly built up over time. If your home or apartment is overdue for a bit of spring cleaning, here are some useful tips to make it look as beautiful as you want it to. Make Hard Choices The best way to start any cleaning project can also be the most difficult — getting rid of possessions you don’t use anymore. Cleaning out your belongings decreases
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The Most Common Summer Roofing Problems
As the temperature continues to warm up, homeowners are starting to cross items off of their spring cleaning lists. This includes the roof. In addition to brushing off the pollen and cleaning out the gutters, it is important to carry out routine roofing maintenance as well. This will help prevent a few common problems from arising down the road. Leaking Roof A leaking roof can cause a tremendous amount of damage to a home before people even realize there is a problem. When cleaning a roof, it is important to know where leaks tend to develop.
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What To Do When You Lock Your Keys in Your Car
Finding that you locked your keys in your car can be quite frustrating. You may feel like beating yourself up for letting this happen, but it is not necessary. The important thing is to remain calm. There are a few practical tips that will help you get your car unlocked as soon as possible so you can get back on the open road. If you find yourself in this situation, call a locksmith, contact anyone you have plans with and find a safe place to wait. Call a Locksmith Once you realize that your
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Are You Facing a Housing Crisis? What You Need to Know About Assistance
There has been a housing crisis bubbling over for decades in America. Recent events have led it to come to a head, and millions of people are facing uncertainty when it comes to making their rent or mortgage payments. Since housing insecurity is a leading contributor to socio-economic disparities, this needs to be addressed. Unfortunately, navigating the current housing assistance channels can be incredibly complex, leading many to walk away in frustration and defeat. Be prepared for the challenge by knowing what is available, what you will need to do, and where you can turn for help.
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Making Your Home Safe for Baby
Preparing for the arrival of a baby can be an exciting time in your life; however, the long list of to-dos you suddenly have to move to the ‘to-done’ side of the equation can prove to be equally as daunting as it is exciting. At the top of that list should be the tasks that need to be completed in order to ensure the safety of your child. Completing the tasks before baby arrives will help ensure they aren’t overlooked once the baby grows and is more mobile, when the safety steps are paramount. Cover the Corners
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Safety Items To Keep in Your Home
Every household needs certain safety items. It does not matter how many people live in the home; there are certain preparedness actions that need to be taken. You will hopefully never have to use some of these things, but there are situations that can arise that require the use of them. Be sure that your home is armed with basic safety items, including a fire extinguisher, first aid kid, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire Extinguisher Many house fires start in the kitchen, so it is a good idea to have a fire
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3 Tips for an Amazing New York City Storefront
Opening a small business in New York City is an exciting adventure. It’s been a huge investment and you need it to pay off. In a city with plenty of room for small and large businesses to thrive, it is an unfortunate reality that many new businesses won’t make it past their first year. One way to make sure your business succeeds is to grab the attention of the casual passerby with an amazing storefront. Here are three tips to help your storefront succeed. 1. Welcoming Doors Your doors should entice the potential customer
