When you're buying a home, you expect the kitchen to include a microwave oven and in the US, they are fairly common but that wasn't always the case. The heating effect of microwaves was discovered accidentally in 1945 when an engineer, working on an active radar set, noticed a chocolate bar in his …
How Climate Changes Will Affect Home Construction
Our world is changing, our lives are changing. This series of articles will explore how climate change will affect home values, home construction and our lives. The challenge is huge due to the number of players involved. They must work together in order to improve American lives ... while meeting …
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Deck Design Ideas to Die For
It's true that kitchens, bathrooms and the right number of bedrooms are key to buying a house. Other features like decks, views and great landscaping make a house stand out from the crowd and influence buyers. Our deck design ideas will help you update your home if you don't have all the outdoor …
Help the War: Save Energy & Oil
Energy remains relatively cheap in the US, compared to other countries around the world. We use more energy than most countries (only 10 countries use more on a per capita basis), so we have lots of opportunities to save energy ... and contribute to the global crisis in Ukraine. CountryPer …
New Building Products 2022
Do you ever wonder where new building products come from? There's an enormous home building industry that gathers each year. Small startup companies along with established brands, showcase their new products to builders, remodelers and interior designers who can use these products. It's the …
How to Organize Kitchen Drawers
We never seem to have enough space in our kitchen, probably because we love buying the latest gadget to save time. The trick is being able to find the gadget when you need it, instead of wasting time looking for it. These tips will help you create more space by organizing your kitchen …