Simple tips to cut heat bills from heating advice
Tips from the National Better Heating Council urge sealing cracks, drawing drapes, and lowering thermostats to reduce heat loss. Keep outdoor air out, close bedroom doors when windows are open, and have a heating contractor check systems for peak efficiency. A brochure on hard water is available from the Water Conditioning Foundation.
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Home Caulking and Paint Advice From A Room Expert
Reader asks about using old black patching compound for exterior caulking and painting and whether chalking paints are suitable on brick or stone. Expert warns black compound may bleed through paint and recommends white caulk and color matching, plus cleaning pans before reuse. Also discusses cedar odor removal, cedar pores, and painting galvanized metal with rust inhibiting primer if needed.
Fall care for lawn chairs and outdoor storage tips
Fall care of outdoor furniture stresses proper winter storage to prevent warping mildew and fraying. Store cushions in plastic bags off the ground, wash vinyl, dry thoroughly, and wrap tools and iron furniture. Repair or replace broken items promptly to avoid season-long damage, and consider private well water options for savings.
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Repairing and adjusting common rollup window shades
Instructions explain how to fix rollup window shades including replacing springs, adjusting tension, lubricating with graphite, tightening loose brackets, and trimming fabric. It also notes possible causes of shade failures and offers a small booklet offer for Related roofing guidance.
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