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…to help extend the life of your spray tips. Check how loud the sprayer is when operating. A sprayer that takes tip extensions is great for high ceilings, foyers and hard-to-reach spaces. Make sure replacement parts are available. Ask if…

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…warm or cool light source should appear. Indirect lighting such as linear fluorescents will maximize room surfaces as extensions of light source, soften shadows, reduce glare and create impressions of brighter spaces. It s also a good technique to…

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…that converts to a sleeper for guests, an ottoman or bench that opens for storage, and tables that contain drawers or have extensions available. Downsizing Your Home: Rethinking Your Space and How You Use It Because it's not attached to a wall…

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…downspout size and its corresponding gutter opening. Downspout extensions that direct rainwater away from the house may be improperly…
…enough to protect the home from surface water. Experts suggest extensions of at least 10 feet to get the discharge away from the house…

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…structure itself that provides the stability, so it often costs more," says Kaiser. Many manufacturers offer optional extensions for pressure-mounted or hardware-mounted gates that attach to the safety gate to cover a wider opening. Selecting…

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…blocking residents from view but maintaining an open, airy feel. Many homeowners use their porches, decks, and yards as extensions of their living space. To feel at ease, however, they need privacy. Walls and fences create privacy, but can be off…

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…The proper clearance prevents fire and must be accommodated. Sometimes that means mantle replacement, masonry, or hearth extensions. Again, a trained, certified installer can check to verify proper clearance. Size is also an issue. Stoves are rated…

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