Tag: Good
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Really Good Affordable Outdoor Pillows And Rugs (The Sunshine Is Coming!)
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Two weeks ago I pulled together our (mostly) annual outdoor furniture roundup. I hope it was really helpful for anyone needing to fill a new outdoor space or refresh a piece or two in an existing one. But I think it’s fair to say that a solid number of us don’t need a ton of…
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How to repair decking to keep it looking good
Decking has to withstand the relentless onslaught of the weather and daily footfall. So, it’s inevitable that it will need some love and attention during its lifetime, and knowing how to repair decking is essential to its longevity. If your garden decking ideas are made from timber, they will be susceptible to moisture, and if…
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Joann Fabrics Is Closing: Here Are 17 Other Places To Buy VERY GOOD Home Decor Fabrics
Earlier this year, it was announced that Joann (or Joann Fabrics as I will forever call it), was going out of business and closing its hundreds of stores nationwide. Crafters, sewers and anyone who ever DIYed a Halloween costume two nights before the big day all shed tears. But for real, I’m very sad about…
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Why testing for mould is good for your home and your health
Testing for mould is a quick and simple way to identify where unwanted damp is creeping into parts of your home. The sooner an issue is recognised the sooner it can be dealt with. And the sooner it is dealt with the less likely you are to see mould making an unwelcome appearance. Once damp…
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Why testing for mould is good for your home and your health
Testing for mould is a quick and simple way to identify where unwanted damp is creeping into parts of your home. The sooner an issue is recognised the sooner it can be dealt with. And the sooner it is dealt with the less likely you are to see mould making an unwelcome appearance. Once damp…
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Really Good Spring Break/Vacation Dresses
It’s 60 degrees and sunny in Portland (February 28th) so people are in shorts and drinking margaritas (I’m cutting out early at 3 pm to go on a long family bike ride along the river). And while we have a couple more months of potential rain up here, I know a lot of people go…
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WSP ‘feeling extremely good’ despite instability from Trump’s moves
Listen to the article 5 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. WSP CEO Alexandre L’Heureux said that policy uncertainty stemming from President Donald Trump’s administration is impacting the market and will likely keep merger and acquisition activity quiet for the first half of the year. “On one end,…
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Why solid wooden flooring in a bathroom is never a good idea
There’s no denying that a solid wooden floor looks and feels great. But, when it comes to wooden flooring in a bathroom, the chances are it’s not all it appears to be on the surface. With water and humidity making a constant appearance in your washroom, your bathroom flooring ideas have a lot to live…
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Awaab’s Law coming into force is good news – but it doesn’t go far enough
The second phase will be rolled out in 2026, when Awaab’s Law will be expanded to address all category 1 hazards in the housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS), which go beyond just mould and damp issues. This includes hazards such as excess cold and heat, falls, structural collapse, fire, electrical, explosions and hygiene.…
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My First Time Hanging A Gallery Wall With Picture Rail Rods (So Easy And Looks So Good!)
Robyn and Ryan (two of our best friends) have this gorgeous 100-year-old home (see the intro post here) that has picture molding near the crown, which gave us an opportunity to use picture rods (art rods?) for the gallery wall above the sofa. I had bought most of these pieces for their basement in their…