If you've been toying with the option of getting a water treatment system, you probably know a number of options are out there, from portable systems, under the sink filters, counter top systems, and ones that target every faucet in your home. The latter are known as whole house water treatment systems, and while they may seem like a bigger initial investment, they come with a slew of benefits. Here are five great reasons to feel good about making the investment.
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If you're in the process of opening a restaurant and you like the idea of offering seating on a patio, overhead awnings are a must. Awnings are valuable because they allow you to essentially expand the size of your restaurant, which can allow more people to visit you each day and improve your profitability. A local awning retailer can present you with a number of options to ensure that the awnings you choose suit the look of the building, tie in with your brand's color scheme, and even feature your restaurant's name.
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Having a lush green lawn can be one of the most difficult things that you do all summer. There is an art to having a green lawn, and many people just can't seem to get it figured out. One of the most important things that you can do if you are serious about having a green lawn is install an irrigation system. An irrigation system will help you initially get your lawn green, but it will also help you maintain a green lawn through the hot summer months.
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Are you building a cottage by the lake as your second home or as your permanent home? Either way, you are one lucky duck! Besides getting to be by the water, you'll be able to create your own style as you plan your house. Here are some ideas that might help you with small cottage designs.
​Establish The Mood - Think of words like elegant, cozy, eclectic, modern, old-fashioned and traditional. Which ones speak to you the loudest?
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Clavos is the Spanish word for "nails." They are basically rustic, old-fashioned nails. While they are not commonly used in modern construction, they are still loved as decorative elements. Very few craftsman or woodworkers are still making wooden items with clavos, but you can find many decorative products that look authentic and vintage. This article explains clavos and how they can be used to decorate just about any type of wooden feature on the inside or outside of your house.
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