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			<title><![CDATA[Vinyl Siding Maintenance]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=717</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 16:51:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Even though vinyl siding is virtually maintenance free, doesn&#39;t mean that you don&#39;t have to do anything with it to keep it looking good. Vinyl siding dose get dirty from pollution, dust, and car exhaust and needs to be washed.    To wash vinyl siding you want use a mild detergent like laundry soap.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 15:53:50 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Vinyl-Siding-M...id=1155379]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Even though vinyl siding is virtually maintenance free, doesn&#39;t mean that you don&#39;t have to do anything with it to keep it looking good. Vinyl siding dose get dirty from pollution, dust, and car exhaust and needs to be washed.    To wash vinyl siding you want use a mild detergent like laundry soap.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Important Laundry Tips]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 16:51:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Many times we find ourselves pulling out clothes from the laundry that have shrunk, white clothes that have gone gray or shredded bits of tissue decorating our garments. We tend to forget that just dumping clothes into the machine does not always work!<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 15:44:33 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Important-Laun...id=1158738]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Many times we find ourselves pulling out clothes from the laundry that have shrunk, white clothes that have gone gray or shredded bits of tissue decorating our garments. We tend to forget that just dumping clothes into the machine does not always work!<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[The Ins and Outs of Leather and Vinyl Care]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=719</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 16:51:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Do you have to wash your leather or vinyl garments? With the onset of the Internet and eCommerce, it seems that everyone should, or already does own some leather and or Vinyl under garments. With these garments comes the not so usual need to take special care with them.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 15:37:02 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Ins-and-Ou...id=1140820]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Do you have to wash your leather or vinyl garments? With the onset of the Internet and eCommerce, it seems that everyone should, or already does own some leather and or Vinyl under garments. With these garments comes the not so usual need to take special care with them.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Declutter Fast in 5 Easy Steps]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 16:51:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Have you ever looked at your house and said, "This place is sure a pig sty." Piles of unopened mail, laundry baskets full of unfolded clothes, and dishes piled in the sink all cause your house to feel cluttered. Not to mention what is lurking in your closet or in your garage.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 15:29:19 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Declutter-Fast...id=1155727]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Have you ever looked at your house and said, "This place is sure a pig sty." Piles of unopened mail, laundry baskets full of unfolded clothes, and dishes piled in the sink all cause your house to feel cluttered. Not to mention what is lurking in your closet or in your garage.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Home Organization Tips - Your Car]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 16:51:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Home organization isn&#39;t just for our houses.  Our cars are like second homes for many of us.   To be safe and convenient, they need to be organized too.  It only takes a few steps to have a clean, organized car.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 14:34:55 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Organizat...id=1155153]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Home organization isn&#39;t just for our houses.  Our cars are like second homes for many of us.   To be safe and convenient, they need to be organized too.  It only takes a few steps to have a clean, organized car.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Black Pebble Tile Stones - Installation Tips &amp;#x26; Ideas!]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=714</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 15:17:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Black pebble tile stones are unique natural stone tiles made of small pebble stones which are in most cases are being manually arranged together as well as pasted onto a fixed size mesh backing in order to create a totally seamless natural stone tile effect. Besides covering walls, floors, backsplashes and other surfaces, many home-makers recently use them to make excellent, stylish economical borders.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 13:41:00 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Black-Pebble-T...id=1152418]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Black pebble tile stones are unique natural stone tiles made of small pebble stones which are in most cases are being manually arranged together as well as pasted onto a fixed size mesh backing in order to create a totally seamless natural stone tile effect. Besides covering walls, floors, backsplashes and other surfaces, many home-makers recently use them to make excellent, stylish economical borders.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Starting A DIY Kitchen Cabinet Remodeling Project]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 15:17:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Kitchen cabinet remodeling is a great DIY project, the extent of which depends on budget and desired outcome. One unique tip among others is to add sliding glass doors to give the visual effect of a larger kitchen.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:39:48 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Starting-A-DIY...id=1162322]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Kitchen cabinet remodeling is a great DIY project, the extent of which depends on budget and desired outcome. One unique tip among others is to add sliding glass doors to give the visual effect of a larger kitchen.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Is It Time To Do Some Repair Work On Your Drywall?]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=716</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 15:17:33 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Eventually, you&#39;ll need to patch some area of drywall in your home or business.  Even the beginner can learn to do a simple drywall repair.  This article will explain a very simply repair techique for a small drywall hole.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:37:31 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-It-Time-To-...id=1154934]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Eventually, you&#39;ll need to patch some area of drywall in your home or business.  Even the beginner can learn to do a simple drywall repair.  This article will explain a very simply repair techique for a small drywall hole.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Toxic Effects of Common Household Cleaners]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=712</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 15:17:32 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Common household cleaners contain toxic chemicals that pose a health threat to people, pets and especially children. The article explains how to use common non-toxic ingredients to create safe cleaning products.<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Common household cleaners contain toxic chemicals that pose a health threat to people, pets and especially children. The article explains how to use common non-toxic ingredients to create safe cleaning products.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[How to Keep Your Carpets Looking Like New]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 15:17:32 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Think back to when your carpets were brand new. How do they look now in comparison? Is it impossible to tell what the original color was? Carpets are walked on so often they usually get a dirty, dingy color, which lowers their value. If you know the right steps, though, you will be able to keep your carpets looking fresh, new, and stain-free fairly easily.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:32:27 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Keep-Yo...id=1154013]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Think back to when your carpets were brand new. How do they look now in comparison? Is it impossible to tell what the original color was? Carpets are walked on so often they usually get a dirty, dingy color, which lowers their value. If you know the right steps, though, you will be able to keep your carpets looking fresh, new, and stain-free fairly easily.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Install That Entry Door Yourself]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=711</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 12:22:22 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Door replacement is a task that any homeowner can complete, with basic skills, a few tools and patience.  In fact, this can be a wonderful opportunity for the do-it-yourself person to learn a new task and save a bit of money that might otherwise be paid to a professional.  The choice of a the correct door design and finish can change the look of a room, attract the visitor to the outside of the home, and also help keep the home airtight.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:10:00 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Install-That-E...id=1156231]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Door replacement is a task that any homeowner can complete, with basic skills, a few tools and patience.  In fact, this can be a wonderful opportunity for the do-it-yourself person to learn a new task and save a bit of money that might otherwise be paid to a professional.  The choice of a the correct door design and finish can change the look of a room, attract the visitor to the outside of the home, and also help keep the home airtight.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Questions To Ask When Hiring a Junk Removal Company]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=710</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 12:22:21 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[By asking the right questions, you can make sure that your junk goes where it belongs and that it gets there by an experienced crew that can do it for you at a reasonable rate. There is no need to stare at junk all day when there is a way to get rid of it.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:23:44 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-To-A...id=1157340]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[By asking the right questions, you can make sure that your junk goes where it belongs and that it gets there by an experienced crew that can do it for you at a reasonable rate. There is no need to stare at junk all day when there is a way to get rid of it.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 11:23:44 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-To-A...id=1157340]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Installing And Replacing Doors]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=708</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 10:48:12 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[This section explains the how-to steps for taking out old doors and installing new ones. When buying new doors, most people get prehung units with the door already square & plumb with the jambs.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 10:24:05 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Installing-And...id=1153673]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[This section explains the how-to steps for taking out old doors and installing new ones. When buying new doors, most people get prehung units with the door already square & plumb with the jambs.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Guide to Installing a New Door]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 10:48:12 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Replacing doors in your home can completely change the look and feel of a room, or make the exterior of your house much more attractive. A new door also often has a better seal which will prevent the heat escaping, and hopefully save you money on heating bills.<br />
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Posted on Thu, 08 May 2008 09:52:34 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Guide-to-Insta...id=1156165]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Replacing doors in your home can completely change the look and feel of a room, or make the exterior of your house much more attractive. A new door also often has a better seal which will prevent the heat escaping, and hopefully save you money on heating bills.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Home Organization Tips - Laundry]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=705</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 15:11:03 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Laundry is here to stay.  We all have it, but we don&#39;t like dealing with it.  We can&#39;t get rid of it; we need it! We can, however, make it easier to handle.  By simply changing a few things, laundry doesn&#39;t have to be a headache anymore.<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 14:00:09 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Organizat...id=1151953]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Laundry is here to stay.  We all have it, but we don&#39;t like dealing with it.  We can&#39;t get rid of it; we need it! We can, however, make it easier to handle.  By simply changing a few things, laundry doesn&#39;t have to be a headache anymore.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[The Basics Of Cleaning Crystal Chandeliers]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 15:11:03 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[When the chandelier has more crystals in it, it requires more cleaning however, it does not necessarily have to be so tedious. Here are a few guidelines to keep the crystal sparkling at its best.<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 13:32:38 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Basics-Of-...id=1154156]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[When the chandelier has more crystals in it, it requires more cleaning however, it does not necessarily have to be so tedious. Here are a few guidelines to keep the crystal sparkling at its best.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Jet Power Tools Are Excellent Choices for Stocking Workshops]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=707</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 15:11:03 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Choosing the best power tools possible can make building so much simpler.  Very cheap equipment will wind up costing more in the long run because it will have to be replaced often. Having Jet power tools on hand can make life much easier for builders.<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 13:41:15 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Jet-Power-Tool...id=1158782]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Choosing the best power tools possible can make building so much simpler.  Very cheap equipment will wind up costing more in the long run because it will have to be replaced often. Having Jet power tools on hand can make life much easier for builders.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[New Homeowners And New Basements]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 11:53:04 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[So you got a new home and want to finish your basement. Finishing a basement in a new home can be a detrimental and costly experience if proper precautions and factors are not considered by a new home buyer. Sometimes these buyers catch the DIY fever and just go in head over heels without thinking about...<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 09:37:16 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Homeowners...id=1152178]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[So you got a new home and want to finish your basement. Finishing a basement in a new home can be a detrimental and costly experience if proper precautions and factors are not considered by a new home buyer. Sometimes these buyers catch the DIY fever and just go in head over heels without thinking about...<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Smart Tips To Care For Your Bronze Sculpture]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=703</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 11:53:03 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Bronze is not only beautiful, but also durable in many ranges of environmental changes. But even with so much versatility, there still needs to be the proper care taken of your exquisite investment.  Many of those that collect bronze sculptures may think that there is no necessary care for their artwork, if the piece is established outdoors, but this is not true.<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 07:46:03 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?Smart-Tips-To-...id=1152309]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Bronze is not only beautiful, but also durable in many ranges of environmental changes. But even with so much versatility, there still needs to be the proper care taken of your exquisite investment.  Many of those that collect bronze sculptures may think that there is no necessary care for their artwork, if the piece is established outdoors, but this is not true.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[De-Cluttering and Organizing Your Bathroom]]></title>
			<link>http://gracestrattoria.com/iforum/showthread.php?tid=702</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 11:53:02 -0500</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Bathrooms seem to attract lots of small items like makeup, medicine bottles, hair accessories, razors, hairbrushes, lotion, shampoo, product samples and the list goes on. Finding what you need as well as removing old products can be challenging. Here are a few simple ideas to help you create more space and be more organized.<br />
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Posted on Wed, 07 May 2008 08:11:00 -0500 at http://ezinearticles.com/?De-Cluttering-...id=1152462]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Bathrooms seem to attract lots of small items like makeup, medicine bottles, hair accessories, razors, hairbrushes, lotion, shampoo, product samples and the list goes on. Finding what you need as well as removing old products can be challenging. Here are a few simple ideas to help you create more space and be more organized.<br />
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