Tag: Homes
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Style Meets Function: Honeycomb Blinds for Stylish Homes
When it comes to interior design, the balance of style and functionality is often a top priority. Homeowners and decorators alike strive to create living spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also serve practical purposes. One such example of this harmonious blend is found in the innovative use of honeycomb blinds, an elegant…
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84 Lumber Again Recognized as National Preferred Partner by David Weekley Homes
84 Lumber was recognized for the sixth consecutive year on David Weekley Homes’ prestigious 21st annual National Preferred Partner List. The company earned its place among 118 distinguished competitors, marking another milestone achievement in 2025. This thorough process, guided by the National Preferred Partner Survey, assesses companies based on their performance in quality and customer…
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Air conditioning hire: Is it an option for homes?
I’ve hired dehumidifiers during an unfortunate flooding incident, but hadn’t really considered air conditioning hire until someone mentioned it to me the other day. Sitting at home in a hot living room, working through yet another heatwave, I decided to explore what was available to see if it’s a trick I’ve missed. I don’t have…
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Bypass Sliding Door Dimensions: A Guide for Modern U.S. Homes
Bypass sliding doors stand out as a practical and elegant choice when it comes to interior design that values both form and function. Especially popular in modern homes, these doors are ideal for closets, pantries, and space-saving room dividers. Unlike hinged doors, they glide along a track and overlap neatly, eliminating the need for swing…
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Your Blue Color Palette Is Probably Not Complete: Here’s How We’d Fix It (Using Real Reader Homes)
Over the course of my tenure at EHD (I’ve been around since 2018 off and on), I’ve seen into a ton of reader homes. It’s always so much fun for me to see how other people live; it speaks to my inner home voyeur. But you start picking up on things when you do it…
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Common test used to measure leaky homes may be flawed, research finds
Airtightness ‘blower door’ tests, also known as fan pressurisation tests, are used to diagnose the airtightness or leakiness of a building’s enclosure. They help determine how energy efficient homes are and what EPC grade a home receives, as well as ensuring it has sufficient ventilation to prevent damp and mould. View the original article and…
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The Power of Hemp: Wilden’s vision for sustainable homes
What if the future of sustainable living wasn’t just energy-efficient, but actually carbon-negative? That’s the question Wilden, a forward-thinking developer in British Columbia, is answering with one of Canada’s first hemp-insulated homes. Designed to challenge what’s possible in residential construction, the net-zero ready home blends smart design with a surprisingly old-school material: hemp. Fast-growing, naturally…
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Why Working Closely with Your Architect Builds Better Homes
When you embark on a home restoration or new construction project, your professional relationship with your architect sets the stage for success. With seasoned architects who share a respect for collaboration, not only does the final product improve, but the whole process from concept to completion does as well. The difference between a great house…
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Durability & Style for Busy Homes
Good news: You can have pretty much whatever you want in your kitchen, as long as you follow a few smart guidelines. Featuring the engineered wood flooring in Rima’s kitchen Post your project on Sweeten for free and make your dream renovation a reality. Sweeten simplifies home renovation by connecting homeowners with top-rated general contractors,…
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Solar panels will be part of Future Homes Standard, government confirms
The UK government has confirmed that the Future Homes Standard will be published this autumn, making it clear that new homes will require solar panels as standard. The announcement forms part of the government’s wider Plan for Change, aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and lowering energy bills for future homeowners. While many…