building materials
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The Pros and Cons of Granite, Quartz, and Marble Countertops
Whether you’re building a new home or renovating your kitchen, you’ll have to make a decision about your countertops. If you’d like to go with a natural stone—as opposed to laminate countertops, for example—you can opt for granite, quartz, or marble. The next step is determining which stone is the best fit for your budget…
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How to Make a Textured Accent Wall With Limewash
A limewash treatment can help you achieve an aged, textured look on a variety of surfaces — in particular, it can be a great way to accent one wall to create a focal point of any room. The method was originally used for brick and masonry, so it works the best on a porous surface,…
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How to Make Your Front Door More Secure
Upgrading your home’s security doesn’t have to involve major renovations — to start with, it can be as simple as evaluating your front door and making some small — but key — changes. There are several things you can do to make your home’s main entry point more secure.
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The Easiest Ways to Install a Corner Shelf in Your Shower
You renovate your bathroom, only to realise too late that you haven’t accounted for sufficient storage in the shower. Or you’ve inherited an existing shower that has exactly one modestly sized niche that will never be big enough to store all your necessary bottles. You might think you’re doomed to a life with one of…