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When it comes to interior window treatments, plantation shutters are very popular. They are stylish and ornamental, yet highly functional at the same time. They have a sense of permanence that you don't get with drapes or blinds. Many people love plantation shutters because they match with the window casing and create cohesion between the rest of the trim on the interior. That is, the crown molding, baseboard, window frames, and door fixtures can have the same miter and design as the plantation shutters.

Plantation shutter are a great alternative to window shades or blinds. They can be used in combination with blinds because plantation shutters add style to your window interiors. However, you need to make sure you choose the right type of shutters for your home. Wooden shutters are the most popular, but they do require a little more maintenance. Faux wood shutters are a great alternative for those who want a lower-maintenance product.

Vinyl window frames are so much easier to keep clean. Even when the weather outside has just dirtied up the windows and frames to a point where it looks like dirty snowballs were chucked at your house, these frames still clean up well. But if you see some black mold or mildew collecting on your vinyl window frames, do not freak out. Here is how to clean them. Step One: Bleach in a Spray Bottle

A residential roof needs to have rain gutters installed on the eaves to drain water away from your home. You can install rain gutters on your home as follows:   Gutter Planning and Preparation:  To prepare for rain gutter installation, inspect your roof edges and eaves and remove any nails, screws, or other projections that would prevent a rain gutter from being attached flush against the roof eaves.  Measure Your Roof Eaves:  Measure the length of the eaves of your roof where you wish to install rain gutters.

Purchasing new replacement windows should be considered more than a short-term investment in the appearance of your home, but as a long-term investment in the overall quality and functionality of your home. To this end it is important to do your research and make sure you choose windows that you can live with for years. This is why you will want to avoid the following mistakes. #1: Only looking at the immediate cost

When you are investing a great deal of money into a new car, you are going to want to make sure that you take great care of the vehicle. Some aspects of car maintenance are no brainers, such as the oil, the transmission fluid, and brakes. However, there are other things that you can do for your car that will serve a great purpose as well. Something that many people overlook when it comes to their car is how important window tinting can be for the overall life of the car and how much more enjoyable driving your car can be with window tinting.

Whether you're doing a major bathroom remodel, or you have just moved into a new house and are looking to do a bit of customizing, you'll be faced with some major design choices. One of these is the shower door that will feature in your bathroom; what you ultimately decide on can make or break the space. So take a look below at some options you'll have as a homeowner, and how to locate one that might suit your bathroom best.

Doors, just like any other design element in your home, can look outdated and old after some years. Even if your door frames are in great shape and don't have any damage, you might want to consider updating them for stylistic reasons. Not only is it a great way to make your home look more modern, but it is a simple remodel that you can do on your own with a few basic tools.