Basement Remodel










Working on a basement remodel.....a few things left to do, including the ceiling!

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Door Sweeps



To prevent drafts in your home and save on heating costs, install door sweeps!




Here is how you can install a door sweep yourself:




Step 1: Mark and pre-drill your holes.



















Step 2: Attach the sweep to the door so that the bottom of the sweep fits snugly against the door's threshold.









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Basement Remodel Tip

Currently working on a basemanet remodel. When hanging drywall in the basement it is important to install a plastic barrier to prevent mold from forming on or beneath the surface.

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Connecticut Home and Remodeling Show

A must "Go To Event" for those who are looking for the latest in home products and services. Connecticut's largest and longest running Home and Remodeling Show is run by the Home Builders Association of Hartford County. It offers residents a wide range of home improvement, building, and remodeling exhibits featuring thousands of ideas for the home and yard. Check out http://cthomeshow.com/

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Basement remodel using DRIcore

Today I worked on a basement remodel and installed DRIcore subfloor. VERY easy to work with! DRIcore is a subfloor with a patented moisture barrier that keeps your family warm and dry. It insulates your basement and promotes indoor air quality by allowing your concrete to breathe, reducing the potential for mold and mildew.

go to www.dricore.com for more information.

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Kitchen Cabinets Cluttered?

Are your kitchen cabinets looking a bit too cluttered? Get them looking neat and organized by following a few of these tips.



Adding a free-standing stacking shelf on the current shelf gives you two complete shelves. Try this shelf from The Container Store.
















Adding a door or wall rack to your cabinet or pantry is an excellent way to provide extra storage space for canned and bottled goods and cleaning supplies. Try this elfa door and rack solution from The Container Store.


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The Container Store

Since we will be sharing tips and ides all month long on how to keep your home organized, what better place to go to help you achieve optimal organization is there, other than The Container Store. This place is AMAZING! They have everything you can think of to help you get organized. And BONUS...right now all of their elfa products are on sale.

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