Archive for November, 2009
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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Thursday, November 19th, 2009
Solar Chimney technology in renovation project reduces AC needs significantly- this is ancient technology meeting new interest in saving on utility bills!
http://www.ecohomemagazine.com/news/2009/11/passive-solar-design-saves-homeowners-up-to-65-percent-on-energy-bills.aspx
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Community meeting last night- Wicker Park single family home needs ~100K repair to put brick over the wet concrete block, which requires flashings, moving windows to meet new elevation, new copings, etc. Buyer beware- concrete block is dicey!
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Rearrange, a new store at 2064 N. Damen in Bucktown: unpretentious home fashion, with FAB young artisans- see the desk by Andrew- “charred” douglas fir, end grain pieces with oil burned into it, for a gorgeous look and texture.
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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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Saturday, November 7th, 2009
Read older posts for info about fly ash concrete and why it is green- It is now available in a bag mix from Quikrete!
http://www.quikrete.com/newsletter/4.1/spotlight.html
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Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
Check out the local company that repairs and restores marble and granite- Sungloss Marble. Stone surfaces that are tired looking can look like new! Remember, reuse is green…
www.sungloss.com
Posted in Bathroom design, appliances, and fixtures, Construction and contractors, Floor finishes, Green construction or finishes, Housekeeping and maintenance, Kitchen design, appliances, and fixtures, Kitchen design, appliances, and fixtures, Real estate and property values, Solutions, Uncategorized | No Comments »
