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New vinyl sidings imitate natural wood grains. But because it still expands and contracts, vinyl siding takes skill to install. The interlocking pieces must be nailed correctly so the vinyl siding doesn't rattle during high wind.

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Put a ceramic shower seat in your bathroom. Make it attractive and waterproof. Shower stall seats are a great convenience. Make them out of cultured marble, ceramic tile, marble, granite or solid surface countertop material.

 

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Garage doors -- beautiful, quiet, secure and maintenance free. Some doors now look like natural wood and are stainable. Garage doors are weather tight and secure. Windows into the garage now allow natural light but obscure the view in. Garage door openers are high tech. Garage door installation should be left to the professionals.

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Brass hardware tarnishes. To protect brass from oxidation or tarnish manufacturers apply clear coatings at the factory. However, they still may tarnish over time. Some manufacturers now offer tarnish free hardware with a lifetime guarantee.

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Paint removal and finish removal products come in many different types and with different active ingredients. Read the labels of those paint removers and paint solvents you are considering!

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Termite infestation can be spotted by first seeing insect wings. Pest control companies use bait systems or borate chemicals to eliminate termites. If you had termites in the past and they were treated, that doesn't mean they'll never come back.

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Exterior paint can last longer with proper prep, primer and good, quality paint. Exterior house paint that lasts requires proper prep of the surface. Exterior painting must begin with the proper cleaning of your home. And that does not refer to pressure washing!

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