Fri.Jul 26, 2019

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Why External Porcelain Paving is a Safer Choice for Your Patio

The London Tile Co.

Though it may technically be summer in the UK right now, it sure doesn’t always feel like it. The UK’s weather has a tendency for sudden downpours when there hasn’t been a cloud in sight, or that infuriating incessant drizzle that leaves you always a little bit damp. Besides the risk to your BBQ’s burgers and sausages, these changes in the weather can make your patio a slippery hazard to all those in attendance.

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Five Reasons Tile is Trending in Hospitality

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

“Tile is nonporous. This means that it’s easy to keep clean and hygienic.” He adds, “There’s a reason that this is the material used where cleanliness is an absolute necessity, like in operating rooms.” (via @Lodging). Read more here: [link].

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Which DIY Projects are Most Likely to Go Over Budget and Why?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

While homeowners typically take on DIY projects to save money, it turns out that many of them are breaking their fixer-upper budgets and spending much more than they planned, according to a recent survey by Porch. While 5% of homeowners finished their fixer-upper projects under budget, and 52% finished on budget, 44% went over budget. And the homeowners who went over budget, spent, on average, 38% more than planned.

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Cheap Ways to Update Your Kitchen

Trendir Magazine

The average kitchen remodels costs upwards of $20,000 for an average upgrade, and over $60,000 for luxury, that is with a set budget. It’s quite the expense when you take into consideration all the things that need to be done and the labor that will go into it. There’s no question about it, it’s a whole lot of cash. However, the good news is you do not need to invest so much when there are a few cheap changes you can make.

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Should You Rent Or Buy A House?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Seems like everyone is buying a condo or house these days. And there are tons of shows on HGTV about renovating your home making you wonder: should you rent or buy a house? Can you even afford to buy? We’re here to help you make that decision. Ask yourself some questions before deciding if you should buy or keep on renting. Image: Dirk Ercken/Shutterstock.

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Three Ways to Detect Air Leaks at Home

Kitchen and Residential Design

Leaks in a home can increase heating costs significantly. Here is how to detect and fix gaps in your house. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, more than 50% of the energy use in homes is for heating and air conditioning. The figure will increase in your home if there are leaks. You may already know where air leakage occurs in places such as under the door and vents, but there could be less obvious areas.

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Shaw Industries named a finalist for 2019 Responsible Business Awards

Floor Covering News

Dalton, Ga., and London, UK—Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (Shaw) has been named a finalist for the Ethical Corporation’s 10th Responsible Business Awards 2019—the world’s leading celebration of responsible business excellence—in three categories. Shaw is among a group of companies whose efforts to lead the change, innovation and technology that drives industries forward are being recognized.