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Home Improvement - Windows

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Use Plastic Bag to Help Put Lace Curtain on Rod
A simple plastic bag can make hanging lace curtains much less of a hassle. Before sliding a curtain rod through the rod pocket in lace curtains, cover the end of the rod with a small plastic bag.
Posted on: 11/20/2009 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Drafty Window Tips
Here is a simple way to keep cold drafts from coming in your windows. Roll up some sheets of newspaper into a small tube, tape the ends, and place it in the bottom of the window where the cold air comes in.
Posted on: 11/20/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Decorate Bubble Wrap as Window Insulation
Just read a tip in Ready Made magazine about putting up bubble wrap on a window with tape to mask a bathroom window. I am going one step further. Because bubble wrap also has insulating qualities, I am putting it on a window that needs to be insulated for the winter.
Posted on: 11/11/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Storing Window Blind Cords
Does anyone have a clever way to store pull cords on window blinds? They are driving me nuts.
Posted on: 10/29/2009 | 5 Feedback(s)
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Make Your Own Storm Windows
Can someone give me easy to follow detailed instructions on how to make the Plexiglas storm windows? I have seen a topic on this, but would like a more detailed instruction if possible. Thank you for your help.
Posted on: 10/17/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Window Locks for Home Safety
Here in the east there has been a rash of robberies, by breaking into people's homes. The thieves go through open windows. You can buy a window lock, that allows you to open the window, and lock it in that position.
Posted on: 10/15/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Use Shower Curtains for Drapery
I have five large windows close together in my living room, and love to change my decor often. However getting curtains for all five can cost a bundle! I found that "Shower Curtains" go on sale quite often, and some styles are just stunning!
Posted on: 10/12/2009 | 6 Feedback(s)
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Ideas for Covering Windows
Solve a privacy issue in windows using bubble wrap. You will still get the light but the visibility is greatly reduced! You can get it at an office supply store. It comes in several sizes.
Posted on: 10/05/2009 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Use Paper Towels for Temporary Curtains
After I moved into my brand new house, the most important thing for me was to find curtain for all of those more than 40 windows. Because there are so many, it is hard for me to find the right curtains and have them installed in a short period of time.
Posted on: 08/03/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Frugal Window Treatment
I've always had an unconventional way of decorating and this is just one of many examples. This kitchen window treatment is actually a bed sheet topped with a valance.
Posted on: 06/30/2009 | 7 Feedback(s)
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