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		<title>Napkin Art</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Fancying for some pieces of fabulous artwork but don’t have the money to buy it just yet? Check your linen drawers and you might just find something there that can be made into some simple yet quite attractive highlights for your table, without the hefty price.
Materials: 

18” x 18” (or larger) cloth table napkin/s
14” x [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/home-renovation-ideas/napkin-art/</link>
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		<title>Keeping your Toddler Safe at Home</title>
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Homes, as they are safe for adults, may not exactly be safe for little, curious kids. Normal household paraphernalia (such as electrical outlets, blinds string, etc.) can cause accidents for the toddlers. Here are some ways to keep the tots safe while exploring the house.

Keep the strings of your blinds / curtains/ shades out of [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/home-renovation-tips/keeping-your-toddler-safe-at-home/</link>
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		<title>Wallpaper Removal</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Tools and Materials you need if you&#8217;re planning on renovating the walls on your house:

Protective goggles
Rubber gloves
Utility knife / razor blade
Chemical wallpaper remover
Electric steamer
Wall scrapper
Heavy-duty detergent (trisodium phosphate)
Sponge / Rags



To remove the wallpaper by scoring it with a utility knife in a crisscross pattern; this enables the chemicals or steam (softening agents) to soak [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/home-renovation-tips/wallpaper-removal/</link>
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		<title>How to avoid Financial Mistakes During Home Improvement</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by: Larla

Home Renovations require a large amount of money. You saved up for this renovation so would also want to make the most out of it.
Think carefully on major improvements that you want done, like the kitchen.
Hire a reputable contractor to do the job. Hiring a wrong contractor can lead to more financial loss as [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Water Gardens</title>
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Small spaces can gain benefit from container-based water gardens that have plants and other wildlife that are usually associated with bigger habitats. Container-based gardens can be found at home and garden centers which also sell accessories such as small waterfalls, fountains and even illumination appliances that can make it more attractive and functional. 
Patios that [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/home-renovation-tips/water-gardens/</link>
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		<title>Tips for an earth friendly renovation (3 of 4)</title>
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5. Consider using reclaimed wood for things like benches, decks and fences. Buying new ones will cost bigger while the quality is almost the same. Also do some research on what kind of wood you will be using, for example: Cedar wood ages gracefully and it naturally has an insect repelling property, by doing so [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips for an earth friendly renovation (2 of 4)</title>
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3. Replace fluorescent lights with more energy-efficient bulbs. If possible, get solar powered ones. It may be a bit costly but it will prove its worth in the long run. Imagine this: by getting solar powered lights you can save a lot on your electric bill, and contribute in energy conservation as well.
4. Make your [...]]]></description>
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		<title>To Grill or Not to Grill</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Everybody has the right to grill their own meals being one of the most favorite outdoors&#8217;s activities the world over. There are however exceptions for certain areas or subdivisions that may prohibit such activities, allowing them only in designated parks or picnic areas so do check with your homeowner&#8217;s association. You should have verified this [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/home-renovation-ideas/to-grill-or-not-to-grill/</link>
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		<title>Planning Well</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Planning well a renovation is the best investment you may have before you undertake the task at hand. There should be at least some percentage of your budget allotted for emergencies that arise for they will. Hiring a general contractor is the easiest way to get on with a home renovation but it isn&#8217;t always [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://houserenovationguide.net/information/planning-well/</link>
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		<title>Striped Walls</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Ever wonder why they recommend vertical striped shirts for people of size and horizontally stripped ones for leaner people, optical illusion. The same can be applied to spaces in the home you would wish to take on the same effect. Small rooms with horizontal lines and rooms that look too large with horizontal stripes. You&#8217;re [...]]]></description>
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