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Author :: Kimberly Stevens  |
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| Article Title :: Are You Irresistibly Attractive? |
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If you've done any reading on the subject of marketing, you've certainly heard the term "Unique Selling Proposition" or "USP." As a reminder, your USP is what positions you in the marketplace --- are you, or what you sell, the best, the cheapest, the fastest, the easiest, the longest lasting, the most reliable, the most prestigious? Your USP is what makes you distinct from your competitors, but it's often the thing first-time business owners don't fully understand. Lara and I just started working together last month, and one of the first things we had to tackle was her USP. As a web site designer, she is part of a well-developed marketplace often competing with se (read full article) |
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Author :: Johann Erickson |
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| Article Title :: Origin of Lawn Furniture |
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| Did you ever wonder where “lawn” furniture originated? In the 1800s as people began to enjoy their gardens and patios, furniture was set outside, but had to be brought in during inclement weather. The answer of course, would be furniture made for the outdoors.And that’s what Thomas Lee came up with in 1903, while vacationing with his family in 1903, at Westport, New York. He wanted something comfortable, and suited to the sloping grounds of his cottage. So he went to work with a saw, and a single plank of wood, cutting out only eleven pieces that he assembled into what is now known as the Adirondack chair. This basic, flat slat chair, usually with a fan (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Beverly Marshall |
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| Article Title :: A Dehumidifier Wrings Out Your Home |
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Anyone that has a home office or bedroom in the basement knows how valuable a dehumidifier can be. Without it, the basement would be damp and useless, mold and mildew would grow promoting ill health and insects would have a perfect place to live. Your basement is underground, humid and in constant contact with the cool damp earth. If you don’t control the moisture and humidity throughout the year through dehumidifiers, your carpet and furniture could be ruined, even photographs can be destroyed. I have always found that I am more comfortable when the humidity is lower. I don’t like hot weather, but I would rather have it be dry and hot than cool and damp. What is it they say? “ (read full article) |
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Author :: Chay Leach |
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| Article Title :: Outdoor life and garden living |
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| The Gadget Shop review - Including spa's, swimming pools, hammocks and trampolines Intro. New for 2005 at Gadget-Box is our 'outdoor living and garden life' section, packed full of great new products ideal for summer. At Gadget-Box we never stop looking for wacky gadgets that are hard to find elsewhere. The section contains dozens of products, in this r (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Mike Spencer |
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| Article Title :: Outdoor Patio Furniture: Exploring the Benefits of Teak |
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| Of the many types of materials that are available for the construction of outdoor furniture, teak is often overlooked. This beautiful wood - of tropical origin - adds character and elegance to your outdoor design through a blending of nature and man-made elements which provide an outstanding aesthetic presentation to any yard.
Teak (technically known as tectona grandis) has been proven to be the best wood for use in the great outdoors. As a result of its high rubber content, this wood has a natural resistance to heat, water and frost without the benefit of any treatment or special coating.
Teak has a Natural Resistance to the Outdoors
In a (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Ross MacIver |
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| Article Title :: Outdoor Patio Heaters |
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| Outdoor Patio HeatersAlmost everybody enjoys spending time outdoors, and that's why most houses have an outdoor terrace or patio. People living in northern climates, however, can only use their patio during the pleasant summer weather. If you wish to extend your patio season, outdoor patio heaters can be used to enjoy your patio or terrace in the early spring and late fall as well as during the summer.An outdoor patio heater is perfect for people who like to entertain outside. It can make the difference between being able to relax and being uncomfortable. Your guests will appreciate being able to enjoy the outdoors with you thanks to your patio heater.There are many s (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Brett Fogle |
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| Article Title :: Overwintering Pond Fish |
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| The metabolism of koi and goldfish is controlled primarily by water temperature. As the water cools, pond fish require less protein in their diet. When koi and goldfish are fed high-protein food in cool water, the excess protein is excreted as ammonia from the gills. The microscopic organisms that make up the biological filter (and consume ammonia) also slow down in cooler water. Improper seasonal feeding can lead to a build-up of toxic ammonia, which stresses fish and reduces their winter survivability. When the water temperature drops to approximately 65° F, start feeding with Spring & Autumn Pond Food. This type of fish food is better suited for the dietary requir (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Pamela Cole Harris |
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| Article Title :: Painting and Decorating Tile |
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| Ceramic tile can be beautiful and elegant. But it can also be bland and uninspired. If you want to add a little color or creativity to your tile, here's how!Remember to clean your tile and let it dry before you begin any project.1. Seal both tile and surrounding grout with a water-based floor varnish. Ask your home improvement retailer for suggestions about a good water-based floor varnish for your area.2. Brush paint primer on both tile and grout. Let it dry for at least 12 hours before you begin painting.3. With an artist's brush, paint your pattern with latex paint. Simple designs are best. You can use stencils or, if you are bra (read full article) |
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Author :: James Carlson |
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| Article Title :: Choosing a Carpet Cleaning Company |
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Choosing a Carpet Cleaning ContractorWhen choosing a carpet or upholstery cleaning company, most customers have no idea what questions to ask. Inevitably the only question you can think of to ask is can you get the dirt out and how much does it cost? Well any cleaner is going to answer yes to the first question and shopping by price can be a big gamble. So what should you look for?Is the company certified? There are several certification organizations available to carpet cleaners. The largest is the IICRC or the Institute for Cleaning Restoration Certification. A company that is certified by one of these organizations is more likely to have proper training and participat (read full article) |
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| Category :: Home & Garden Articles |
Author :: Mark Mathis |
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| Article Title :: Part III: Different Types of Home Foundations and When to U |
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Changing the Type of Foundation on your home:
Almost any house plan can have its foundation changed. It's common for people to design a different foundation if the available foundations do not suit their needs. If you are currently working with a builder you may want to ask them if they will take care of making the foundation changes for you. Sometimes with foundation design it may be helpful for somebody who is near you to do those changes because they will have more knowledge about your local soil conditions and the slope of your lot.
When changing foundation types, pay attention to where you will put the furnace, water heater, and stairs. If you need to add basement st (read full article) |
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