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Materials389 Stories

Modern Materials: Copper, Architecture's Natural Beauty
Curb AppealModern Materials: Copper, Architecture's Natural Beauty
By John Hill
The rich patina is just the beginning — copper for home exteriors is strong, shapable and highly recyclable
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A Glimmer of Gold Leaf Will Make Your Room Shine
Decorating GuidesA Glimmer of Gold Leaf Will Make Your Room Shine
By Melisa LaBancz-Bleasdale
Make a unique, unexpected statement in any space with this precious metallic finish
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Cool Your House (and Costs) With the Right Insulation
Remodeling GuidesCool Your House (and Costs) With the Right Insulation
By Kenny Grono
Insulation offers one of the best paybacks on your investment in your house. Here are some types to discuss with your contractor
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A Hard Look at Recycled Plastic for the Home
MaterialsA Hard Look at Recycled Plastic for the Home
By Julia Pockett
It's durable and versatile, but processing takes a lot of energy. We sort through the facts on recycled plastic so you can choose wisely
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Go for the Glow: Mother-of-Pearl Shines Around the Home
Decorating GuidesGo for the Glow: Mother-of-Pearl Shines Around the Home
By Ines Hanl
Illuminate your interior designs with ethereally iridescent mother-of-pearl tiles, flooring, accents and more
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5 Modern Home Exteriors Tell a Texture Story
Architecture5 Modern Home Exteriors Tell a Texture Story
By John Hill
'Woven' concrete, rammed earth, stones tumbled into baskets ... Materials with texture give these homes freedom of expression
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Meet the Studs
Know Your HouseMeet the Studs
By Kenny Grono
Two-by-fours are just the kind of strong, silent type every home needs. Get to know studs — and how they lie about their size — right here
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Want a Clear Decorating Conscience? Try Recycled Glass
MaterialsWant a Clear Decorating Conscience? Try Recycled Glass
By Julia Pockett
Choose recycled glass for counters, backsplashes, accessories and more — this material is as durable as it is ecofriendly
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Discover the Unstoppable Advantages of Cork for the Home
Decorating GuidesDiscover the Unstoppable Advantages of Cork for the Home
By Julia Pockett
Look beyond wine stoppers to see cork's ecofriendliness, durability, fire resistance and antimicrobial nature for all kinds of home products
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Bamboo Products — Earth Friend or Foe?
Green DecoratingBamboo Products — Earth Friend or Foe?
By Julia Pockett
The ecofriendliness of this grass for flooring, wall coverings and furniture isn't cut and dried. Get the facts here
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Raw Materials Revealed: Drywall Basics
MaterialsRaw Materials Revealed: Drywall Basics
By Kenny Grono
Learn about the different sizes and types of this construction material for walls, plus which kinds work best for which rooms
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