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Universal Design
Before World War II, homes in this country were built one at a time. Afterwards, pent-up demand inspired builders to mass-produce homes and standardize design details. In order to get those designs just right, builders looked for ergonomic data—information about how the human…
Custom Looks with Standard Tile
Nothing compares to tile for adding personality and practicality to a home. The results are immediate, the effects can be dramatic, and it is often inexpensive. But as with all home improvements, care must be taken to assure that each project turns out to be…
Soundproofing Techniques
Here are some popular soundproofing techniques. There are many techniques depending on whether the home is under construction or being retrofitted to eliminate noise polllution. Some include “staggering” hallway doors so they don’t line up directly across from each other. That…
The Right Barn or Shed For You
A vast array of prefabricated stand-alone sheds, barns and outbuildings are available in many styles and materials for a variety of purposes. Companies offer standard packages with menus of options such as windows and usually offer to design custom buildings as well. …
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