Category : Architecture : Home & Garden

Cedar vs. Fir Planter Box

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When choosing wood to build planter boxes, it helps to narrow down the choices of wood to be used and compare the qualities of each. For outdoor projects like planter boxes for the yard, choose wood that is durable and weathers well. For indoor planter boxes, you want wood that looks good without a

How to Install Glass Cubes

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Glass cubes, also called glass blocks, are semi-transparent squares installed like many other blocks and bricks in a stacking fashion. Unlike brick, the nature of the glass provides privacy while still allowing light to filter through. Glass cubes are useful for brightening up dark areas, such as ba

Alternative Energy Financing

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As sustainability becomes more mainstream in society, alternative energy sources have taken a more significant role. However, financial considerations can affect the development of alternative energy projects, especially in an economic downturn. During hard times, many companies seek alternatives or

About Truss Bridges

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A truss bridge is a kind of bridge based around different tensions in wood or metal pulling together when weight is applied to the bridge. The bridge does not have many lower support elements, and a lot of the support comes from the placement of different pieces of metal over the top of the bridge.

Home Theater Design Tips

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Design your home theater for maximum enjoyment.luxury home movie theater image by Nikolay Okhitin from Fotolia.comA home theater is a way to take your family to movie night any day of the week, regardless of the weather. The cost of a home theater compared to spending money on a night out...

How to Make False Bottom Items

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False bottoms effectively ensure that your valuable possessions are kept out of sight. False bottoms are often seen in spy movies as part of a briefcase or car trunk as a means of concealing and transporting jewels or valuable information. However, they serve just as usefully in the home if you ofte

How to Polish a Concrete Slab

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If you think concrete is too dull and brittle for indoor applications, think again. With proper polishing, concrete's dull, rough exterior will develop a smooth finish and brilliant shine. Polished concrete can serve as solid-surface countertops and provide unique flooring throughout your home. Unli

Components for Lighting

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A light bulb is only one small component of a lighting system.Jupiterimages/Goodshoot/Getty ImagesAdding or updating lighting in your home can improve your home's value as well as your living experience. The overall lighting system has three basic components: power, control and load. Each...