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Article written by Stephanie Lichtenstein Ramos One common mistake that people make when it comes to bedding is mixing up a comforter for a duvet and vice versa. This is understandable because both may be used to keep warm and to protect your bed sheets. Most think that they’re the same but if they only knew the difference between the two, then they might find it to their advantage. Basically, the only difference between a duvet and a comforter is that a comforter is a thick, quilted, fluffy blanket. While a duvet is a type of bedding that is soft and flatter, as compared to a comforter. A duvet is filled…

Written By Stephanie Lichtenstein Ramos Many people think of their bed as nothing more than the place they lay their head down at night to get some sleep. However, for many of us, a bed is so much more than that. It’s part of the look and feel of our entire house. For this reason, many of us can’t simply buy a pillow and some sheets and call it a day. We see our bedding as so much more than that. One major item everyone should consider investing in is quality duvet covers. These items are not just extremely comfortable and luxurious, they look great too. You can often find…

Article written by BeddingStyle Imagine yourself coming home after a long, hard day at work. You open yourself an ice cold beer, take those work clothes off, not wanting to think of anything else but relax. You finish your beer, rub your dog’s belly, jump in the bed, pick up where you left off with that new book you’re reading, but something’s off – the sheets don’t feel comfortable! How terrible would that be, right? When it comes to the sheets, there really is no substitute when it comes to comfort. And depending on your preference, you could go for thick linen sheets, silk sheets, or even rayon sheets. Shopping…

When you are on a limited budget to landscape your yard, start with few young trees. They make a huge difference by transforming a barren yard by adding visible life to your yard. Young trees adapt to the new environment much quicker and grow faster than mature trees that cost more. Another way to improve your garden is to start planting cuttings from other trees in between your young plants. In order to get year round green in the yard, you can plant variety of cuttings of deciduous shrubs and broad-leaf evergreens. It is a simple process to establish cuttings and cost less than young or mature trees. The best…

Like most technology, electric garage doors are a blessing. When they work… In order for your garage door to operate smoothly and efficiently, there are a few steps you can take around the house to keep it up and running. There is a good chance you will experience at least one breakdown during the life of your door, but these tips will help you prevent unexpected problems from cropping up on you. Starting with the power source, inspect all potential sources for error. Look for exposed wiring coming from the unit, and check to see that the plug is secured in the wall. Once you’ve inspected the power source, yank…

DIY projects can be a great way to bring family and friends together, but stress can ensue if the project is a little too technical or beyond the capacity of those assisting.  Learning the full scope of the project before you begin is key to the project’s success.  ETO Doors manufactures home and office doors that are DIY-friendly, but to avoid DIY disasters, they’ve created a library of resources to help your project increase the enjoyment of your home, rather than disrupt the unity. Here are a just a few of the ETO Doors resources available at www.etodoors.com Design Your Door Tool http://www.etodoors.com/design-your-door If you’re unsure how to go about…

By ETO Doors A home break in can feel violating, but it’s very preventable. There are measures you can take to burglar proof your home, starting with the front door. Since many home break-ins are perpetrated by people who know the owners, start with simple tactics like black out curtains in the windows. This helps shield the interior from curious eyes. Then you can move onto the door, using these tips to keep unwanted guests out. Replace the Strike Plate The strike plate is used to secure the latch of the door, but its not typically strong enough to resist someone kicking the door with full force. Purchase a box-strike…