Outdoor spaces are somehow special, often because they're different and they provide a change from our day-to-day routines. Remember sleep overs as kids? When you slept in the backyard with a friend it seemed special but why? It took more work to set up the tent, to carry sleeping bags outdoors and …
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Avoid Emergencies & Fix Hidden Hazards Now
Do you think everything in your home is secure? What happens when you bump into something, or someone bumps into you? You react instinctively to adjust for the bump, putting a hand out to steady yourself or grabbing a plant or bookshelf that looks like it might tip over. If you weren't home and …
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Building Codes Set Industry Standards
Building codes regulating new home construction have been standardized across the US based on International Code Council standards. Most homes fall under the International Residential Code (IRC) for one and two family homes or townhouses that are no more than three stories high. The IRC combines in …
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Building Codes Protect You & Your Home
The International Residential Code sets building standards for new home construction in the the US. Some states and counties like California (earthquakes) and Florida (hurricanes) add tougher requirements on top of this code to address issues unique to their locations. Building codes help insure …
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Green Paint is More than a Color
Smart consumers know there's more to green paint than color. Smart consumers want paint that doesn't smell or give off chemicals. They know they need to buy products with data (ingredients) to support their claims of being green. The good news is consumers are doing more research before they buy, to …
Backyard Fun is More Than a Swing Set
Todays swing sets seem to emphasize size and features, supporting the American consumer's assumption that more and bigger equals better. People are beginning to realize smaller homes that are more functional can lead to a better lifestyle, one where you spend time enjoying life than taking care of …
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