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6 Amazing Ways You Can Transform A Spare Room Into Something Special Posted: 12 Jan 2014 11:34 AM PST Do you have any rooms inside your home that you do nothing with? Lots of people usually have one that they go into a few times per week. It maybe gets used as storage space and nothing else. This is one of the biggest mistakes you can ever make because you’re throwing away a chance to make your life better. Do you have any idea how much people wish they had a spare room to do something amazing with? It’s probably more than you can ever imagine and they’d be cursing you if they knew you were wasting a whole room. Why don’t you do something amazing with it? The reason I said you were throwing away a chance to make your life better is because you can turn the room into anything your heart desires. It’s your home and it means you can do whatever you want with it. The only thing stopping you from turning it into something amazing is your imagination. If you don’t believe me then let’s look at some of the things that are possible. You could choose to use one of these ideas or you could come up with your own, but you must do something. Your very own gym If you want to start turning your life around in the health department your very own gym is going to be perfect. You can crawl down the stairs and soon as you get out of bed in the morning and you don’t even need to get dressed before you start exercising. Most people don’t have the motivation to go to the gym because they are preoccupied with other things, but having a gym inside your home means you have no excuses. If your room is big enough you will have room for any piece of equipment you need. A games room If you want to bring a bit of excitement back into your life then having your own games room will be great. Instead of hogging the television to play your computer games you can take yourself into a separate room. It doesn’t just have to be for the computer and there will be enough room for a pool table or ping pong table too. Maybe you can even get one of those old arcade machines to add a touch of style to the room. All your games will be perfect for the children too. A relaxing study A lot of people prefer to read books rather than watch television and if you fall into this category I bet you would kill for your very own private study. You could line the walls with lots of bookshelves so it resembled a library. This wouldn’t look great if you didn’t have books to fill the spaces, but if you did it would be perfect. All you would need is the most comfortable chair you could find and you would probably end up spending all your time in there. An office space It’s not uncommon for people to work from home now and some of them still refuse to build a home office . You can’t expect to be great at your job if you sit in the middle of the living room every day. Privacy is underrated and your productivity would increase. It’s something you wouldn’t regret, but you might not be able to appreciate this until you can sit down and get to work in your own space. Even if you don’t work from home it’s still great to have an office if you enjoy writing books because you’ll feel more professional. A crèche for the kids You can’t go away and turn your spare room into somewhere special without at least considering doing something for the kids. If they had their own crèche they would have the greatest childhood ever. It would also be a lot easier on you because you wouldn’t need to keep them entertained all the time. Do they have anywhere inside the house they can play at the moment? If they’re stuck playing inside their bedroom or making your living room a mess, build them a crèche. A private cinema Nothing beats going to the cinema to watch a movie because you get to watch it on a gigantic screen. Sitting and watching one in your living room is OK, but if you had your own private cinema  it would be even better. The screen might not be as big as one you’d get at a proper cinema, but because you’d be sitting so close to the screen it would still feel amazing. At least now you can watch any movie you like and you’re not restricted to brand new ones. Leslie Kramer, the author of this post, is a freelance blogger who often writes for Habitat1, a leading  interior design and construction company. Leslie likes to bake and read in her free time.

Choosing Home Siding Made Easy Posted: 12 Jan 2014 08:20 AM PST There are several variables to consider when you are choosing a new siding for your home: price, installation, water-resistance, energy efficiency, appearance, and durability. The best siding for your home depends greatly on where you live and what your preferences are. However, choosing siding for your home does not have to be a difficult task. Below is an overview of the different types of siding you may consider for your home. Stucco Siding Stucco is a house siding option that is available at a reasonable price. Stucco is an extremely versatile substance as it can be used for a variety of applications and there are many ways to make it, with its traditional components being cement mixed with sand or lime. When color is added to the mixture, it becomes homogeneous; diminishing the necessity for future repaints. Stucco can be shaped and textured to achieve different styles. Wood Siding Wood siding provides a natural and timeless, beautiful aesthetic to any home. Wood siding is available in many different types of wood, colors, and styles. The common types of wood siding styles include rectangular planks, clapboard, shingles, plywood, shakes, and solid wood. A huge advantage to wood siding is its insulating properties; it does a great job of keeping a home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, saving the homeowner money on energy expenses. Wood is an eco-friendly option for siding not only because it saves on energy, but also as it is a renewable resource and is biodegradable. Hardie Board Siding Hardie board siding is made from fiber cement, or a cement mixed with sand, water, and cellulose wood fibers. Hardie board siding gives the beautiful appearance of wood siding while being far more resistant to rot and insects. It is also much more durable than wood siding. Hardie products come in many colors and styles, such as vertical reversed board, horizontal board, and shingles. Brick Siding Brick siding is often chosen only for its beautiful aesthetic, but it happens to serve many functional purposes as well. The unique insulation properties of brick siding provide a perpetual stabilization of temperature within the home, lessening energy expenses in the future. Homes with brick siding sometimes have problems with drainage; otherwise, they are easy to maintain as they only call for an occasional washing using a hose. Brick siding is extremely durable and should normally last as long as your home. Stone Siding When durability and weather resistance are top priorities, stone siding is the way to go. Stone siding is the most durable and weather resistant option of all siding types. However, it is important to note that stone siding often has the most expensive initial installation cost. Stone siding will benefit you financially in the long run as it will not get damaged through most weather conditions or with time. It also increases the value of your home. Finally, stone siding has insulating properties that will lessen future energy costs. This article was written by Jared Miret, father and home handyman. He loves sharing his knowledge of home improvement though blogging. He recommends contacting home exterior systems when it comes to installing the siding you decide. Don't hesitate to call them for a quote or with any questions you may have.

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