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Friday, February 5th, 2010
They don’t have a website with lots of flash but the photos will show you what they’re capable of.
For building address numbers in entry transoms or sidelights- photo shows insulated transom painted with numerals on back side, before installation. Original glass behind is protected and the gold paint is, too.
http://www.chicagoldsigns.com/index.html
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Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a new Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting rule (RRP) last April. Under the rule,beginning in April 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. And yes, I have a GREAT contractor who is certified!
http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm
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Thursday, January 7th, 2010
Video about Sam Marts and Dina Petrakis working together, providing “experience and resources you can’t get anywhere else”.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BkwItH4uG4
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Sunday, December 6th, 2009
ASID(Interior Designers) and Green Building Council’s ReGreen Guidelines.Lots of links, sketches, and insights for planning a GREEN remodel.
regreenprogram.org
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Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
Transoms and other stained glass for your home- see Arthur Melville Pearson’s work, inspired by nature and perfect for your Arts and Craft (or any) home.
Or, see his work in person at “sOUTh of the Loop” art exhibition
and sale at the Hotel Florence in Pullman. The opening reception is December 11, and the event – featuring more than a dozen artists in various media – runs through December 18.
http://www.ampjr.net/
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Sunday, November 15th, 2009
Article about Remodeling in Phases- with quotes and photos. (See the actual paper for photos of the project) Page 1 of Money & Real Estate section, concluding on page 15.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/chi-restate-phased-remodel-1115nov15,0,5680009.story
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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
THE solution for plaster problems- because a gut job isn’t always the right job. If you have a historic home or just minor repairs, Plaster Washers are the answer.
http://www.charlesstsupply.com/plaster_washers/
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
Use a whole-house fan to reduce your carbon footprint- and save utility costs! At night, they pull cool outside air from open windows on lower floors, expelling warmer air. You need a lot of CFM’s for a whole house- try one from Grainger or other commercial source. If you don’t have attic accessibility, install in window of laundry or other room ON THE TOP FLOOR. Don’t forget to close windows during the day to keep the cool air in/hot air out. Enjoy…
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