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Whether you are decorating a small room or building a custom home, buildinghome101.com is the best way to find design inspiration, research  and discover products to complete your projects.

What can you find here

Exterior painting

Your house is a big investment, and one of the best ways to preserve it is to keep its exterior paint job in good shape—which means a new coat from time to time. Tackle the task yourself with simple directions on how to:

• Assemble the tools, accessories, and paint you need before you begin
• Prepare your house’s surface beforehand—an essential part of the job
• Master the techniques of painting (and cleaning up) neatly and efficiently

Building a Deck

A deck can transform a dull backyard into a relaxing destination for your family and friends. And if you’re feeling handy, you can do the job yourself without hiring an expensive contractor. Learn how to:

• Assemble all the tools, supplies, and lumber you’ll need for the job
• Create a solid foundation and a sturdy structure of posts, beams, and joists
• Install decking, railings, and stairs, and complete the job with finishings

Disaster Preparedness

Disasters can strike at any time, posing a serious threat to people, property, and the environment. That’s why it’s so important to be prepared before a disaster strikes. Take an informed approach to staying safe by learning how to:

• Address potential disasters in advance and be ready if they occur
• Know the facts about common disasters and the damage they cause
• Stay safe and healthy and act efficiently in the aftermath of a disaster

Interior Painting

A new coat can change your whole look.

Painting is the cheapest, quickest, and easiest way to transform any room. As long as you have all the supplies you need on hand, one weekend is all it should take. Get professional results every time by knowing how to:

• Select the right paint type, colors, and tools for any interior painting job
• Prepare a space to be painted, whether it’s an empty hall or a cluttered den
• Apply paint quickly and cleanly with a brush or a roller

Feng Shui

Make peace with your surroundings.

Want to invite harmony into your home? Consider rearranging your furniture. According to ancient Chinese wisdom, you can enhance your quality of life by balancing the various elements of your environment. Learn to:

• Direct the flow of chi, or positive energy, through well-planned positioning
• Use color, placement, and organization to your advantage
• Maximize the potential of every room in the house, plus your garden and office

Wallpapering

Give any room a new wardrobe.

Tired of the flat paint on your walls? Then try hanging some wallpaper—its colors, patterns, and textures can transform any room from something modest to something more. The job isn’t hard if you learn the basics first, including how to:

• Use essential wallpapering tools
• Choose and order the right wallpaper in the right amount
• Install wallpaper on walls, ceilings, corners, outlets, and more

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