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guests. Having a great outdoor spaceenables a person to host parties orintimate gatherings all year long.Establishing an entertaining spaceand maintaining that space areessential when planning another yearof fun in the sun.There are many things homeownerscan do to ensure their entertainingspace is safe and functional. Asthe season approaches, includesome landscaping and decoratingcomponents to your preparatory plansto make the space as comfortable andaesthetically appealing as possible.Here are a few key tips for readyingyour yard for entertaining possibilities.Expand on these basics to customizean area for your unique needs.

• Check the area for any neededrepairs. Prior to your first entertainingsession, look over the deck or patioto take note of any flaws that maypresent safety hazards. Are there anyloose railings? Are all screws and nailsflush so they do not cause tripping?Are there any cracks in concrete orloose patio blocks? Be sure to remedyall of the repairs needed to ensureguests will be safe. If you are unsureof any structural deficits, consult witha contractor.

• Hire a reputable contractor. If youare just laying the groundwork for anew patio or deck, it is important to

get the necessary permits and thenhire a person who has been properlyvetted. Check qualifications andlicensing before hiring a contractorand ask to view a portfolio of his orher previous work. Word-of-mouthrecommendations from trusted

friends and family members aregood, and you can also double-check qualifications by contacting theBetter Business Bureau to see if anycomplaints have been lodged or usea service such as Angie’s List to readreviews of his or her work.

• Think about closing in a portion ofa deck or patio. The use of a canopy,netting or even greenery to protect anentertaining space can help minimizeweather-related damage to outdoorfurniture. Netting will keep a goodnumber of biting insects at bay when

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• Plan well-defined areas. Justas rooms serve different purposesinside of the home, outdoor areascan be separated according to usage.Establish a sitting nook where guestscan gather and talk. Have a bar orserving area where refreshments aremade and served. Make sure there isa shaded area for when the sun is toouncomfortable to make sitting outsideenjoyable. Similarly, have a sunny areawhere people can soak up a few raysor dry off after a dip in the spa or pool.Don’t forget to establish a spot for thekids to converge with scaled-downamenities.

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the number of seasons in which outdoorentertaining can take place. Place thefire wisely and with concern for safety. Itshould be out of the way of foot traffic,but central enough so that it can be agathering point.

• Invest in quality outdoor furniture.Today’s yards are extensions of ahome’s interior. Guests no longer wantto sit on uncomfortable metal or plasticfurniture. There are many differentoutdoor sofas and chairs that are asstylish as they are comfortable. Thesepieces can be matched to the décorinside your home for a cohesive look.

• Accessorize. Consider the creaturecomforts of indoors and mimic thatoutdoors. Don’t shy away from hangingartwork on an exterior wall or usingurns or pottery to decorate the space.Weather-resistant materials ensureeverything from clocks to televisions canbe used outdoors. Think about havingan entire set of serving dishes and otherentertaining items for the outdoors.When refurbishing outdoor entertainingareas, emphasize comfort, safety andfunctionality.

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Homeowners planning a kitchenremodel are no doubt consideringwhether to include a kitchen

island in the new design. When the spaceallows, an island can be a fine way toenhance the look of a kitchen and impartan upscale appeal.Interest in kitchen islands has grown

steadily for the past several decades.Introduced in the 1970s, islands becamea popular place for guests to congregateand provided extra counter space formeal preparation and entertaining. Thesuburban migration led to bigger homeswith larger kitchens. Through the 1980sand 1990s, homes grew even larger,and islands became a popular feature ofkitchens across the country.The increase in food-based

programming on television has alsocontributed to the popularity of kitchenislands. As more people dabble withpreparing their own gourmet meals,kitchen islands have become moreconvenient.

Although there are many benefits toan island in the kitchen, there are alsosome disadvantages to kitchen islands.Weighing all the options can helphomeowners design a kitchen layout thatis functional, affordable and practical forthe space they have.

ProsArguably the most significant

advantage to having a kitchen islandis the added space it provides. Manytimes islands are built with cabinetry thatmatches the rest of the kitchen design,and those cabinets provide storage spacefor pots, pans and other kitchen tools.Islands may double the storage spaceavailable in the kitchen.Kitchen islands are also advantageous

when preparing meals. Kitchen counterspace can be easily gobbled up bytoaster ovens, rotisserie cookers,microwaves, coffee makers, andvarious other countertop appliances.

These appliances can take up valuablereal estate that’s sorely missed whenpreparing meals. An island can be usedsolely for cooking and preparation, andsome homeowners have incorporatedcutting boards and a prep sink into thedesign of the island.Islands also can be customized

according to a homeowner’s needs.Instead of simply having cabinetrybeneath the counter, some opt to havea wine cooler or even a bookshelf forkeeping cookbooks within reach. Anadditional small dishwasher or beveragerefrigerator may be tucked into the designof the island. For others, the island maybe a makeshift kitchen office space.

ConsExpense is a leading negative factor

with regard to a kitchen island. Theadditional material necessary and thelabor involved in installation may bustsome homeowners’ budgets. Stationaryislands can cost several thousand dollarsto install, and this is money a homeownermay be better off investing elsewhere.In smaller kitchens, an island may

be impractical because of the spacelimitation. Islands are typically at theheart of the kitchen and may interferewith walking space or cause clearanceissues when the refrigerator door orcabinet doors are open. For homeownerswho find space is at a premium in thekitchen, an island may not be the bestidea. However, a rolling island that can bemoved into position when needed, thenstored in a convenient, out-of-the-waylocation might be a viable option.Depending on the complexity of a

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Myth: Carpets posesignificant health risks.

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Myth: Carpet is asource of indoor airquality problems.

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Myth: Carpet hasformaldehyde in it.

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Many questions arise during thehome-buying process. Buyerslooking at homes that require

a good deal of TLC may wonder whois responsible for the home’s repairs,particularly if such repairs are neededto secure a certificate of occupancy.Depending on the situation, there isno clear-cut answer.There is no perfect home, and thingsthat are acceptable to the currentowner may not be acceptable tothe buyer who is looking to becomethe next owner. The home-buyingprocess is typically a carefulcooperation between buyer and

seller to find a middle ground. Thebuyer may have to make someconcessions, as will the seller.Ultimately, it is this cooperation thatoften determines if the sale goesthrough or is terminated.Before any negotiations can beginregarding repairs, it is advisablefor a buyer to have an independentinspector come out and look over thehome and property. Most real estateagents will suggest this be done as afirst priority — even before a contractis entered on the home. An inspectionwill unveil any potential problems ina home and indicate things that the

buyer may not be aware of, includingitems that do not meet with code orcould be unsafe. An inspector alsomay point out problems that couldcause a mortgage lender to givepause. This may mean the lender willdeem problems unsafe and refuse tofund the mortgage until repairs aremade.A copy of this inspection reportshould be sent to the home seller toreview with his or her attorney andreal estate agent. The buyer workingwith his own real estate attorney andagent can petition for certain repairsto be made. Many sellers will makesuch repairs to ensure the purchasegoes through, or they will accept alower purchase price to compensatefor the needed repairs, which thebuyer will then make. Buyers mightwant to hire a good real estateattorney to write clauses into thecontract to protect their interests.This allows the buyer to forfeit thesale and walk away from the contractshould an issue arise.The rules often change when buyinga home that is a short sale or inforeclosure. A home that is in distressis typically in this situation becausethe current owners cannot afford topay their mortgage, and thusly, arenot able to afford repairs. Accordingto Think Glink, a money-managementWeb site, buyers may try to negotiaterepairs with the seller, but theyshouldn’t assume that sellers (orlenders in the event of a bank-ownedhome) are responsible for the repairs.Generally speaking, most short salesand foreclosures are sold “as is”

and may even specify that repairsand requirements for the certificateof occupancy are the buyer’sresponsibility. A buyer also can ask tohave the home price reduced to coverthe repairs. But foreclosures are oftenalready deeply discounted.

Buyers should know that,for a home that is not inforeclosure, there are somerepairs that should ultimately bethe responsibility of the seller.If these repairs are not made,a buyer should think stronglyabout walking away from the deal,according to Why6Percent.com,a real estate marketing site. Suchrepairs include:

• lender-required repairsthat could impact home safety• leaky pipes• water penetration issues,including a bad roof• unsafe decking or handrails• wet basements or crawl spaces• insecure foundationsor obvious structural damage• poorly functioning sewer linesor septic system

It is always advisable for buyersto speak with a reliable real estateattorney and a trusted real estateagent to guide them through theprocess of buying a home. Thesepeople can help buyers navigate theimportant decisions that can affectthe home they’ll be living in for thenext several years.


Home buyers may be able to negotiate that sellers repair major structuralissues, such as a leaky roof. If not, negotiate a lower sale price.

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Most termites are rarely seen unlessthey are swarming or if their nest ora portion of wood has been openedrevealing the insects inside.TREATING TERMITESMany people do not even know

they have a termite problem until thatproblem has escalated. Becausethey remain hidden most of the time,termites can be difficult to detect.Incidences of soft wood or visualrecognition of swarming termitesthat occur in the spring can indicatethat termites could be residing ina structure or nearby. There aredifferent types of termites, and properidentification is necessary to find thecorrect treatment option.Unlike other pests, termites are

pests whose detection and removalis best left to a professional whocan recognize the subtle signs. Heor she will identify certain signs ofan infestation, such as mud-lookingmaterial on wooden surfaces,discarded wings from a swarm, pilesof sawdust, termite tubes runningoutdoors from the soil to a home,buckling paint, and other indications.There are different ways to prevent

or treat a termite infestation. Toprevent termites, there are applicationsof termiticides that are put into the soilsurrounding a home or structure. Also,removal of moisture in and around thehouse is key because termites needmoist conditions for survival. Poisoningof nests is also a treatment option.If termites already have infiltrated a

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Homeowners looking to prevent their homesfrom becoming a meal or nesting site forpotentially harmful insects may know tokeep watch for termites during the year.But termites aren’t the only insects that candamage a home. There are a few other peststhat can bore through the wood of homes andstructures, potentially causing considerable

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replacement is necessary. A roof canlast between 15 and 30 years, anda person who owns an older homemay find the lease has expired onthe current roof. Is there a particulartime of year that is better for having aroof installed? It depends on differentfactors, including the availability of aroofing contractor.According to the site, The Average

Cost of Things, courtesy of theHome Buying Institute, across thecountry one can expect to spend

$18,000 on averageto replace a roof withasphalt shingles.Use of other materials,like tile or metal willcost more than this. Ingeneral, those living inbig cities tend to paymore than those inrural areas. Becausea roof replacementis expensive, it issomething that somehomeowners preferto put off until it isabsolutely necessary.Others are interestedin finding the bestrate around and hiringreliable roofers for thejob.It’s important to

note that there reallyis no season whereroof replacementsare off-limits. Mostroofers can do the jobeffectively unless the

temperature is below freezing or ifthere is significant rain in the forecast.In fact, planning a roofing job for themiddle of the winter actually may workto a homeowner’s advantage. This istypically a slow time of year for someroofers, and they may be anxiousto get work this time of year and bewilling to negotiate on price. There’salso a good chance that the rooferwill not be bogged down with otherjobs, enabling the company to starton a home right away. Some roofersprefer working in the colder weather tosizzling up on a roof under the hot sunat another time of year.

Naturally the spring is a prime timeof year for roofing projects. After therainy season, the weather is generallycomfortable and homeowners arethinking about the projects they willcommence. A busy time of yearfor home improvement all around,homeowners may find that they haveto compete with others for a good dateto have a roof installed. They also maybe paying top dollar for the work andmaterials that are in high demand.Another thing to consider during thebusy season is that a project may berushed along in order to move on tothe next job or one being worked onconcurrently. This may lead to cornersbeing cut or less attention to detail.A person may be limited in their

choices of roof installation during thesummer. Extreme temperatures canmake working on the roof hazardousand uncomfortable for workers. Forthose who live in a climate where thetemperatures generally cause themercury to soar, choose a cooler timeof year.

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Falls cause many injuries insidea home. Seniors are especiallysusceptible to harmful falls in the

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than other rooms of the house for avariety of reasons. The bathroom isgenerally comprised of hard surfacesthat can become slippery whenwet or exposed to high humidity. Abathroom may become hotter thanother rooms because of the steamthat accompanies a hot shower. Heatmay dilate peripheral veins and lower

blood pressure in some people. Thismay lead to dizziness that can resultin falls. Furthermore, people tend torush in the bathroom as they get readyfor work or school. Rushing aroundcan lead to slips and injuries on wetsurfaces.Installing safety features in the

bathroom is a key way to reduce therisk of accidents. Many manufacturershave even designed these features sothey blend with bathroom decor.When renovating bathrooms for safety,consider the following options.• Anti-scald features: Burns can beserious business. Few people havebeen spared the momentary burst ofhot water that occurs in the shower orat the faucet when another householdmember flushes a toilet or uses a largeamount of cold water elsewhere in thehouse. Anti-scald showerheads andfaucets prevent sudden bursts of hotwater. Use in conjunction with turningdown the temperature of the hot waterheater to eliminate burns.• Nonslip mats: Bathroom injuriesoften occur when people are getting inand out of the shower. Having a non-

slip mat on the inside of the showeror tub as well as one with a grippablesurface and plush top layer on whichto step after exiting the shower canreduce falls. Don’t step out of theshower onto a flimsy towel that canslip out from underneath your feet.• Bath bench: The elderly or thoseprone to lightheadedness in theshower may want to invest in a benchor seat to put into the shower. Thisenables sitting while washing.• Safety bars: It can be tempting tograb onto towel racks or faucets to getin and out of the shower, but theseitems cannot provide the necessaryleverage to safely move in and out ofthe shower or bathtub. Safety barswith a brushed surface for traction aremore secure. Grab bars need to besecurely attached to a wood stud inthe wall and not into drywall or the tubenclosure.• Raised toilet seat: A raised toiletseat reduces the amount of squattingand the distance that has to becovered to sit on the commode. Grabbars on the raised seat itself willprovide added safety.• Telephone: The bathroom may seeman odd place to install a telephone,but having one nearby in the eventof injury can ensure help gets to theinjured party much more quickly.• Regular cleaning: Routinely riddingshowers and tubs of soap scumand mildew can reduce the slipperycoating that forms as a result of thesesubstances. Also, be sure to keepclutter in the bathroom to a minimumto stop trips and falls over errant itemsin the area.Bathrooms can present manydangers, but certain safety tools andrenovations can help reduce the risk ofinjury.

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Remodeling a basement is apopular home improvementproject. A finished basement

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procedures when doing the work.DO start with a detailed plan. Measureout the basement and mark anyitems that cannot be moved, suchas a furnace, water heater or pipes.Create a design board that showcasesthe materials you plan to use on theproject. Think about ways you plan toarrange furniture and consider all ofthe possible uses for the room. Will itbe a home theater? Will someone besleeping down there? Each scenariowill require certain amenities andsafety requirements.DON’T plan to finish the entirebasement. Doing so will leave youwithout a storage or utility area whereyou house holiday decorations, tools,luggage and similar items.DO get the scoop on building codes.Knowing what the municipality allowsin basement remodeling will help youto customize a plan that is functional,safe and legal. No one wants to beslapped with fines for failing to followthe rules. Plus, failure to meet buildingcodes could mean the work that hasbeen done must be torn out andredone. It pays to follow the chain ofcommand and secure permits whilehaving all work inspected.DON’T overlook adequate lightingin your refinishing plan. A basementis likely one area of the house thathas limited natural light pouring in.With traditionally small windows, orno windows at all, a basement needsample lighting in its design scheme.This may include a combination ofoverhead and task lighting. Amplelighting will help the room feel like partof the house and not just a forgottenstorage area.DO take into consideration moistureissues in the basement. Manybasements are plagued by moistureissues ranging from water seepage tocondensation forming on walls. These

situations may vary depending on theweather throughout the year. Certainmaterials may need to be used tomitigate water issues before finishingcan take place. The installation ofwater-barrier systems, drainage, sumppumps, or encapsulation productscould drive up the cost of a basementrenovation. It is essential to have aprofessional assess the basementwater issues prior to starting anyfinishing work.DON’T simply cover up potentialhazards, such as mold or mildew.Have them treated instead. Otherwise,you could have a breeding groundbehind drywall that could lead tounsafe conditions in the home.DO have a radon test. Radon is ahidden killer that can cause lungcancer. Because it occurs naturally inthe soil and water surrounding a homeand is impossible to detect withouta specialized test, many people areunaware of the presence of radonuntil it is too late. Radon may bemore concentrated in the basement,where the foundation is touching thesoil. Therefore, rule out radon beforeconsidering renovation of a basement

area.DON’T limit furniture choices to onetype. You may need to be flexible inyour furniture choices, even selectingmodular pieces, like sectionals,because entryways to basements mayhave small doorways or obstructionsthat make adding furniture morechallenging.DO keep the possibility of flooding inthe back of your head. Homes that arenear waterways or at low elevationmay be at risk of flooding. Basementsare especially susceptible to flooddamage. Therefore, think about thepracticality of finishing a basementif you are prone to flooding. If youdecide to move ahead, take certainprecautionary measures, such askeeping electrical wiring up higher andusing a more water-resistant flooringmaterial, like tile or vinyl. Houseimportant electronics and items onshelves so they are not at ground-level.Finishing a basement is a job that canadd a lot of usable space to a home.Go about the project in the right way tokeep within budget and have a roomthat is safe and functional.

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that you need not sacrifice style forfunction in a laundry room. As withany other area of the house, impartdesign elements into the room andmake it a room in which you want tospend time.• First and foremost, selectappliances that offer the featuresyou need and want. Also, findappliances that fit the space youhave. Front-loading applianceshave become the latest must-have,but some units may be too big orexpensive for your space. Thosewith a limited area for laundry caninvest in a stackable set, in which thewasher and dryer are combined intoone vertical unit. For those who wantto add a pop of color, select amongthe variety of colored washers anddryers that are turning up in storeshowrooms. You’re no longer limited

to white, black and beige.• Consider cabinetry in yourlaundry space. Cabinets anddrawers are not just for the kitchen.They can hide cleaning products,detergent, dryer sheets and so muchmore. Fill drawers with stain-removalsticks and items to mend clothes thatmay be missing a button or have asmall hole that needs tending.• A laundry area also can be muchmore than just a place to washand fold clothes. Many people liketo turn this spot into a multipurposezone. By including some shelving anda refrigerator in the laundry room,you can create a food-storage pantry.A large countertop normally usedto fold clothes can also double asa gift-wrapping station. Think aboutmerging a laundry room with a craftroom where sewing or scrapbookingcan take place.• Remember to leave room for thesoiled clothing. Raising hamperbins off of the floor to be suspendedfrom a rod above the washer freesup valuable floor space. Otherwise,keep the hamper behind a curtain ortucked into a cabinet to ensure thelaundry room always looks neat, evenwhen you haven’t yet gotten to thenewest pile of dirty clothes.• Don’t be afraid of adding colorand artwork to the laundry space.In fact, embrace it. Here’s an out-of-the-way area of the home where youcan explore your creativity and havea little fun. Try an eye-opening color,such as apple green or bright yellowto add a sunny disposition to theroom.• You don’t have to spend a fortuneon a laundry room re-do. Shop in

salvage stores or antique shops forcustom pieces to add character tothe space. You can probably findcabinetry or shelving for a fractionof the cost of new items, and theseolder items may add more characterto the space.• Save space by installing acounter just above the dryer soyou will have a place to fold andstack clothing.• The bulk of dirty clothes will begenerated in the bedrooms andbathroom of the house. But whowants to carry clothes down to alaundry area on a lower level? See ifyou can tuck a laundry room into anupstairs closet or nook to make doing

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home renovation show, and you’re likely tosee eager homeowners knocking down wallsto open the kitchen to the family room. Wallshave become anathema to homeowners.There are many supporters of the openfloor plan, particularly those who entertainfrequently or like to keep an eye on children

throughout the house. Although open floorplans are touted, there are plenty of peoplewho have never been enamored with havingall of their rooms flowing into one. There alsoare some people who prefer a different style.For those who are not fans of the open floorplan, blame the excess of the 1980s fortheir inception. In homes built in the 1960sand 1970s, rooms were compartmentalizedand isolated for specific activities. During

the 1980s, an era of “bigger is better,” whenentertaining was widely popular amonghomeowners, designers noticed that manyhomeowners preferred an open floor planin which rooms merged into one another,creating the illusion of more space. These floorplans also enable people to be in separaterooms and still interact with one anotheracross the space.A home’s floor plan largely depends on thepreference of the homeowner. There aremany advantages to having an open floor planversus one that is more compartmentalized.Here is a look at some of the pros and cons.Pro Open floor plans can be safer for parentsof young children. If the home opens upwith the living spaces branching off from thekitchen, parents can keep an eye on childrenwhile the parents prepare dinner. It alsoeliminates the number of places that kids canhide and get into mischief.Con Privacy is reduced in a home with fewwalls. Much in the way that an open floor planenables children to be seen from every angle,it also enables you to be seen — and all ofyour belongings as well. There’s also no placeto retreat to if you need a minute to collectyourself when entertaining. You’re on displayunless you retreat to the bathroom.Pro Entertaining can be easier in a homewith an open floor plan because hosts andhostesses are not separated from their guestsor holed up in the kitchen the entire time. Anopen space enables everyone to mingle and

conversations to flow.Con Those who like to host events withoutshowing guests all of their dirty dishes orsecrets of the kitchen may dislike an open floorplan.Pro Light can flow effectively through anopen space, minimizing dark rooms andreducing the need to install more windows.Light in and of itself can help a home feel morespacious.Con While light can flow easily, so cansound. Noises through the house may beamplified. A student doing homework in thedining room may be disturbed by the televisionblaring in the family room. Talking on thephone or even finding a quiet nook to read abook may be challenging.Pro Open floor plans allow for more familytime together in one space than a home with amore compartmentalized layout.Con People who are collectors or who havea lot of furniture or accent items may find thatopen floor plans do not work well with this typeof design mantra.Pro Because several rooms run into oneanother, color choices for walls and furnishingsin a home with an open floor plan can belimited and cohesive, making choices easier.Con On the flip side, those who want toincorporate different color schemes andeclectic styles may have difficulty decidingon where to “end” rooms or how to co-minglefurniture.

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Agarage door is an oft-overlooked part of a home.Some are rarely opened, while

others are used on a daily basis.Though they might be overlooked,garage doors play a role in thousandsof injuries every year.Roughly 20,000 people each yearare treated in hospital emergencyrooms for injuries related togarage doors, says the U.S.Consumer Product SafetyCommission. According to thePublic Health Agency of Canada,Canadian hospitals report thatroughly 60 percent of all garagedoor injuries are cut fingers orhands. The majority of injurieshappen at a person’s own home.Although children are more

susceptible to garage door injuries,these injuries can happen to peopleof all ages. That is why it is wisefor all members of the family tofamiliarize themselves with how toprevent garage door injuries.Crushing concernsSafety experts from many

organizations, including CPSC,estimate the average garage doorweighs more than 400 pounds. Adoor of that weight can break bonesand crush adults and children alike.There are many reasons a door canfall, including lost tension, improperinstallation or a faulty track or springs.A garage door may become faulty ifit was hit by an automobile and notmended correctly.Many different manufacturers

have created safety features thatcan be installed on garage doors tocontrol the speed of descent and

also automatically stop a garagedoor should it be involved in a freefall. There also are features thatretract the door should it meet withan obstacle on the ground when thedoor is closing.Unsafe ride-alongSome children and teenagers

think it is entertaining to ride on thegarage door when it is automaticallybeing opened. The kids let go beforethe door reaches the header of thegarage. Unfortunately, many childrenare not as lucky and can becometrapped between the garage doorand the small space at the ceilingof the garage. Others may havehands or feet become stuck betweenthe folding panel joints of the door,resulting in breaks or amputations.Children should be advised

never to ride on an opening garagedoor. Some automatic garage dooropener manufacturers have begundeveloping safety systems that shutdown the operation of the door if asensor measures extra weight on thegarage door.Sharp edgesTracks on standard garage doors

are frequently made of sharp-edgedmetal and have numerous open holesin the construction that are temptingfor little fingers. Cuts have occurredto both children and adults in andaround tracks. Look for garage doorsthat have rounded-out edges on thetrack and a closed design that doesnot enable fingers to be trappedbetween rolling mechanisms and thegarage door track.Open joints in doorMost standard garage doors

are made by fitting several panelstogether to create a solid door.This allows for the bending motionof the door when it is retracted.Gaps between these panels, calledjoints, can trap fingers or toes,resulting in anything from pinching toamputations. Shoppers may want toconsider a door that guards againstopen joints with protective featuresthat do not allow finger entry betweenjoints.Other safety precautions• Do not leave the garage doorpartially open. When it is reactivated,it first may travel downward beforeretracting back upward.• Test the auto-reversing feature ofthe garage door monthly by placinga roll of paper towels beneath thedoor. If the door does not reverse

upon contact with the towels, havethe door repaired or replaced.• Make sure that no snow or iceis blocking the door during coldweather. In addition, check for otherobstructions that could make thedoor work incorrectly.• Do not let young children play inthe garage unattended. Not only cana garage door be a hazard, but alsocarbon monoxide poisoning in thegarage is another serious concern.• Regularly clean the working partsof the garage door to ensure safeoperation.• Do not try to fix garage doorproblems on your own. Seriousinjuries can ensue when the torqueon springs and other mechanismsare adjusted improperly on high-tension parts. Hire a professional toget the job done right.• Educate children and otherfamily members of all the dangersassociated with garage doors sothey will know how to use themsafely.

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According to the experts from “This OldHouse,” 60 percent of the colors of ahome that visitors perceive come fromthe paint on the walls. Choosing a colorscheme can be challenging, which iswhy so many people stick with neutralslike beige and white. For those who areready to add a spark of color, there area few guidelines to consider.Color theory is a science and there

are rules of using color that are taughtas early as a child’s first foray into artclass. We know there are primary,secondary and complementary colorson the color wheel. Even novice homedecorators can do well with color if theyuse the color wheel as their guideline.According to HGTV, color should

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room need not be painted the samecolor. However, colors should becomplementary enough that theyflow into one another. Don’t paintone room in child’s basic primarycolors, while painting other roomsin jewel tones and pastels. Stickwith one theme and carry it throughthe house.Once you have decided to use

a bold color, first find your colorinspiration. Color combinations thatappear in nature are more readilyaccepted by people, so look for anitem in nature, such as a seashell or aflowering plant that you can base yourcolor choices on. Others pull inspirationfrom a particular design item. Forinstance, maybe an area rug strikesyour fancy. Use colors that appear inthe rug in the room.Keep in mind that using bold color

doesn’t mean you have to paint everywall from ceiling to floor in that color.Rather, if you’re just starting out withbold colors, select one wall to serveas an accent wall. Use that wall asyour bold canvas and paint it with yourchosen hue.Some people like to experiment with

a more flashy color in a smaller space.If you’re nervous about beginning in theliving room or kitchen, how about tryingout bold color in a smaller space, suchas a powder room? A more intimatespace might seem less overwhelmingwhen painted in a bold color. Go for adeep purple or another jeweled tone.However, try to avoid greens in thebathroom, as they may reflect off of themirror and cast a hue onto your facethat makes you look unwell. Pinks andpeaches will shed a rosy glow.If you will be incorporating

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Most fires are largely preventable.The following are a few fireproofingmeasures for safety-conscioushomeowners.• Install smoke detectors andcheck the batteries regularly.Smoke inhalation causes many

fire-relateddeaths. A smokedetector shouldbe installedoutside of everybedroom andon every levelof the house.Don’t install asmoke detectornear a window,door or forced-airregister, wheredrafts couldinterfere with

the detector’s operation. Be sure toroutinely check that every smokedetector is working properly.• Have a fire extinguisher in aneasily accessible location. Ideally,there should be a fire extinguisher inevery room of the home, but at theleast keep one wherever fire is usedregularly, such as a kitchen or by afireplace. Ensure the fire extinguisheris charged and that you understandhow to operate it.• Remove combustible materialsfrom around the house. Do notallow old clothing, rags, newspapers,or cardboard boxes to accumulatearound the house. Discardnewspapers and magazines asquickly as possible and be carefulto avoid storing anything too closeto heaters, furnaces or electrical

equipment.• Adhere to the recommendedwattage in lamps and lightingfixtures. Do not exceed therecommended bulb wattage for lightsaround the house. There may beoverheating or shorting that can leadto fire.• Look for fireproof interior décoritems. Nowadays, carpeting andfurniture can be coated with fireproofchemicals. The added investmentmay be worth it in the long run.• Do not leave candles unattended.Many people like the look and aromathat candles provide. Candles alsoprovide emergency illumination in theevent of a power outage. Candlescan be easily knocked over andstart a fire. In fact, candles are oneof the top causes of house fires.Never leave a candle unattended,even for a short amount of time. Andcertainly never go to sleep withoutextinguishing a candle.• Keep the chimney clean. Inspect

the chimney flue regularly and haveit cleaned to prevent an abundanceof residual burnt material fromaccumulating. This creosote cancatch fire itself.• Use a fire-resistant roofingmaterial. A roof should be made frommetal, clay or asphalt tiles. Trim anyoverhanging branches or vegetationto reduce the amount of combustiblematerial nearby.• Have a fire-safe wall behind woodheaters. A brick wall or anotherfireproof material should be used onany walls that house a wood- or gas-burning appliance for added safety.• Verify electrical safety. Extensioncords and power strips should bekept to a minimum, and the outletsshould not be overloaded. Replacefuses properly and don’t be afraid tocall a certified electrician to verify youare correctly set up.By making a few tweaks in andaround the house, a homeowner candecrease the likelihood of a fire.

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problems is flooding. Anyhome with floor drains orplumbing fixtures belowstreet level can flood, andthis can be due to inclementweather, such as heavy rainstorms, localsewer system backup, or groundwaterswelling. Flooding can even occur inthe spring when melting occurs asthe air temperature increases. Whilehomeowners won’t be able to controlthe weather, they can take steps tofloodproof their home.* Do some preventive landscaping.

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* Clean gutters and downspouts.Gutters and downspouts should becleaned to ensure water is effectively

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Dirty windows are unsightly, andthey can prevent beneficialsunlight from entering a home.

Cleaning windows need not bedone every week, but it shouldn’t beoverlooked completely, either. Whileit certainly may be a chore to cleanwindows, there are ways to make thetask much more tolerable.Curb appeal can be very important

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Cleaning windowsCleaning windows won’t necessarily beeasy, but the following nine-step processcan make the task less difficult and time-consuming.1. Choose a day when it is overcastso you will not be blinded by the sun

while cleaning. This also helps preventstreaking. Begin by gathering whatyou’ll need to get the task done. Havingeverything at the ready will enable you tomove from one window to the next. Hereare the basic supplies you will need:• cleaning solution• cloth, newspaper or squeegee• towel• spray bottle• extension pole to reach high windows• vacuum• ladder or step stool• garden hose2. Take down and clean drapery orblinds when cleaning the windows.Remove the curtains so you will have anunobstructed surface with which to work.3. Start with the interior side of thewindows, as they are easier to access.Place a towel on the sill to catch anydrops so the sill or the floor will stay dry.4. Spray a lint-free cloth or the windowdirectly with the cleaning solution. Theedges and corners of the window tendto accumulate the most grime, so beginby cleaning those areas first. Once theyare clean and you will not exchange dirt

to the center of the window, work on themiddle. Wipe the windows in a horizontaldirection to help alleviate dripping.5. To create a streak-free surface, somepeople prefer to use a squeegee to dragout any pockets of moisture for moreeven drying. Be sure to wipe the rubberstrip of the squeegee after each pass onthe window. You may choose to buff outany other streaks with newspaper.6. Vacuum the window sill and frameafterward to catch any dust and debris.7. Repeat the process for all interiorwindows.8. Move outdoors and start off byspraying the window with a garden hoseto loosen any of the accumulated grime.Use your cleaning solution to dissolvethe rest of the dirt. You may want to letit sit on the window if there is stubborngrime. Repeat the cleaning processused indoors for each window.9. If exterior second-floor windows arehard to reach, consider using a ladderand extension pole to extend your reach.If the windows are simply too high up,rely on a professional window cleaner toget the job done.

clean dirty windowsclean dirty windowsHow to

Mix your own cleaning solutionIt may take trial and error to find a solutionthat works. Here is one recipe you may wantto start with.1 cup white vinegar1½ cups rubbing alcohol2 drops of dish soapPour into a clean and empty spray bottle.Remember: Never mix bleach and ammoniatogether to create a cleaning solution, astoxic fumes will result.


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Choosing a new furnace and heatingcomponents can be difficult. Thebusiness has its own terminology, andthere are scores of different equipmentmanufacturers all claiming that their

brand is the best. Buyinga new heating system isalso expensive, making theprocess more stressful. Noteveryone has an unlimitedbudget or the ability tosimply select the top-of-the-line model. Therefore,understanding whichfeatures make one furnacestand out from another can

help consumers make the best possibledecision.One factor that will come up as

you browse for furnaces is whether tochoose a single-stage furnace or a two-or dual-staged furnace. There are manyadvantages to the latter, which makesthem a favorite of HVAC contractors.Two-stage furnaces are designed

to change the way British ThermalUnits (BTUs) of heat are delivered tothe home. In a single-stage system,when the thermostat registers a drop

in home temperature that requiresthe heat to turn on, the furnace willproduce one level of heat output untilthe desired temperature is reached. Thisfurnace is designed to heat your homeon the coldest days for your climate.In a two-stage system, the furnaceprovides gradual heat production. Inthe first stage, which usually operatesat around 70 percent of the system’sheating capacity, the system will tryto warm the space. On mild winterdays or chilly autumn days, the firststage may be all that’s needed. If thehome requires additional heating, thefurnace will kick into the second stage,increasing the heating power. Sometwo-stage furnaces not only offer twoBTU offerings, but two blower speedsas well.One of the advantages to these

furnaces are that the two-stage systemeliminates drastic temperature swings,which are common among single-stagefurnaces. This can mean the home is

more comfortable over a longer periodof time.Another benefit is that because the

system starts in the lower stage andmay operate at that stage more sothan in the second stage, the furnaceis generally quieter than traditionalfurnaces. This greatly reduces the initialnoise of turning on the furnace at fullpower.Two-stage furnaces will burn fuel

more efficiently and may actually burnless fuel if they spend the majority ofthe time in the first stage of operation. Ifthey have a variable speed blower, theymay even save you money in electricitycosts.Two-stage furnaces may cost more

money initially because they tend tobe more expensive than traditionalfurnaces. But over time two-stagesystems might pay for themselves inefficiency, noise reduction and comfortin a home.

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Purchasing a new heating andcooling system could be in yourfuture. Selecting the right furnace

for your home requires understandingthe various products available. A two-stage heating system is preferred bymany HVAC contractors and could bethe right fit in your renovation.

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