Tag: house
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How to insulate floors in an old house – and when not to
Those looking into how to insulate floors in an old house will probably already be aware of the positive impact that this job can have. Not only will it improve how well a house retains heat, but it can also lower energy bills and, of course, make walking around in bare feet much more pleasant.…
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Couple convert dated 1930s house into a modern family home
Despite being in the market for a new home, David and Magali weren’t impressed with the Art Deco house they saw for sale just a few streets away from their own home in Forest Hill, south London. “We’d discounted the house in question completely based on how it looked from the outside,” he says. “We…
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White House ballroom teardown catches critics by surprise
Images of excavators tearing down the East Wing of the White House this week as part of President Donald Trump’s plan to build a 90,000 square-foot ballroom has raised alarm bells among critics because it contradicts the administration’s assurances the addition would be built on top of, and not in place of, the existing structure. …
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All The Kohler Faucets We Used In My Brother’s River House
One of my biggest goals around my first “new build” was ensuring that it didn’t look “builder grade,” especially since my brother wanted it to be visually simple and not “fancy.” If we didn’t customize the finishes to the exact right amount, it could look basic, but too much could look overly designed (for what…
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Build Confidence with a How to Buy a House Class
Buying a home is one of those big milestones that feels exciting… and a little intimidating, right? You’re suddenly navigating mortgage terms, property inspections, down payments, and interest rates — and honestly, it can feel like learning a new language. That’s where taking a How to Buy a House class can make all the difference.…
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Build Confidence with a How to Buy a House Class
Buying a home is one of those big milestones that feels exciting… and a little intimidating, right? You’re suddenly navigating mortgage terms, property inspections, down payments, and interest rates — and honestly, it can feel like learning a new language. That’s where taking a How to Buy a House class can make all the difference.…
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Cornwall bungalow turned into stunning house with sea views
As surprises go, a new home by the sea isn’t a bad one. In 2017 Ben and Ruth Prior, and their children, had been visiting the north Cornish coast for over a decade, renting homes each time. “I just thought, ‘Why don’t I buy one?’” says Ben, when he saw an older bungalow in their…
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How much is Will’s Inbetweeners house worth in 2025?
Fans of The Inbetweeners have reason to celebrate, as the iconic series is set to return to screens. While we’ll soon see Will, Simon, Jay, and Neil back in action, many are wondering how much the suburban home that sparked so many awkward teen moments would be worth today. Thanks to soaring UK house prices,…
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This oak frame house blends character and modern style
The motives for those who choose to embark on the self-build route are many and varied and for Dawn and Graham Hillier, the practicalities of everyday life were the main factor. The couple were living in a big old farmhouse in Monmouthshire that was cold, draughty, uneconomical to run and increasingly becoming a challenge, particularly…
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ABC Opposes New House Bill on Labor Contracts
Associated Builders and Contractors is pushing back against new legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., has introduced the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which would mandate binding arbitration if employers and unions fail to reach a contract agreement within 120 days. ABC President and CEO Michael Bellaman said the measure…