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North Atlanta Home Show – January 27-29
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My Home Improvement January/February 2023 Digital issue
January/February 2023 Digital Issue

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  • Home with upper and lower deck
  • Great Dame spilled water on water-resistant laminate flooring
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  • NARI Atlanta - Insured, Licensed, Ethical Contractors
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  • Engineered Solution - Wall showing stair step crack

KITCHEN / BATH

Find ideas, inspiration, and resources for your kitchen and bath including designers, remodelers, appliances, recipes, lighting, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, flooring, hardware, organization, shower enclosures, universal design, tile, windows, plumbers, electricians, outdoor kitchens and baths, and more

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What’s Your Kitchen Personality?

Dacor and Architectural Digest recently set out to uncover the major factors influencing today’s kitchen designs. Whether you like your kitchen to be the center of attention or a private cooking haven, read about each of the four identified...
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Atlanta’s Top 10 Kitchen & Bath Showrooms

Kohler Signature Store by PDI - Alpharetta Stay ahead of the trends with modern design for your kitchen or bath at the KOHLER Signature Store by PDI in Alpharetta. Opened in 2018, the state-of-the-art showroom features an elevated merchandise...
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Tiny Home Design and Inspiration

If you’ve ever watched HGTV’s “Tiny House Hunters” or “Tiny House, Big Living,” you’ve probably asked yourself: Could I actually live a tiny lifestyle? What’s this tiny house movement all about anyway? According to Gary Hollingsworth of Clayton Tiny...
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Who’s Who in Atlanta Home Improvement—Meet The Top Home Improvement Professionals

Meet the city’s top renovation and home maintenance professionals and discover how they can help you with your remodeling and home service needs.   Amy Allen Designer, Classic Blinds & Shutters Specialty: Window Coverings What’s Hot: Hunter Douglas is...
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Choose This One-stop Center for Your Home Remodel – Meet Design Director Antonette Copeland

Antonette Copeland Design Director, Construction Resources: Decatur design Center www.constructionresourcesusa.com | 404.378.3132 Specialty: Countertops, Tile, Flooring and More For on-trend options and top-notch design expertise, head to Construction Resources. Construction Resources, formerly Atlanta Kitchen, is the Southeast’s biggest fabricator....
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BY ROOM

Get in touch with real resources for each room in your home. We cover basements, bathrooms, bedrooms, family rooms, home offices, home theaters, kitchens, living rooms, closets, mud rooms, laundry rooms, dining rooms, and kids rooms.

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Tiny Home Design and Inspiration

If you’ve ever watched HGTV’s “Tiny House Hunters” or “Tiny House, Big Living,” you’ve probably asked yourself: Could I actually live a tiny lifestyle? What’s this tiny house movement all about anyway? According to Gary Hollingsworth of Clayton Tiny...
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What is the Best Flooring Option For My Kitchen?

Kitchen floors take a lot of abuse: heavy traffic, moisture concerns, chairs around islands or tables. When looking for flooring that will perform well in high-traffic conditions, consider the materials below: • Luxury vinyl—Available in wood looks (3” to...
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What is a Floating Floor?

Q: What is a floating floor? A: A floating floor is one that is not attached directly to the subfloor. Panels are attached to each other and are installed over a pad. The floor is held in place by...
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Find Your Home Style Quiz

Take this quiz to discover your favorite interior design aesthetic Our quick five-question quiz will help you tackle the challenge of defining your home’s interior design style. Read each question and choose which item you prefer A,B, C, D,...
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5 Magnificent Man Caves

Find out-of-the-box ideas and products to craft your perfect man cave. It’s an essential part of the home, not just a place to escape the womenfolk. The luxury spaces highlighted here are outfitted with creature comforts such as cocktail...
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OUTDOOR

Turn to the professionals for outdoor needs like landscape design and maintenance, sod, awnings, irrigation, cabinets, decks, outdoor lighting, driveways, fences, playsets, pools, spas, sheds, outdoor furniture, sunrooms, hardscape, patios, tree care, water features, arborists, porches, sport court, and more.

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North Atlanta Home Show – January 27-29

New year, new ideas! Get inspired for your next home project at the North Atlanta Home Show on January 27-29. From small refreshes to complete overhauls, you can shop, compare and bring your ideas to life with guidance from...
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The Kai Garden “pop-up” plant sales

The grounds of mixed-media artist Eric Mack’s Atlanta home have become the unlikely hub for rare plants. The Kai Garden “pop-up” plant sales feature unique flora hand-selected and grown by Mack. From Euphorbias to beginner-friendly Poppies, visitors will be...
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WildWoods: AGLOW at Fernbank Museum

Venture into the all-new, nocturnal walkthrough adventure WildWoods: AGLOW at Fernbank Museum. Inspired by native flora and fauna, this multi-sensory experience engages audiences with a 10-acre wonderland of biodiversity through transformative imaginary, large-scale projections and original music. Guests are...
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Meet The Best of 2022 Contest Winners

After thousands of votes, you have chosen this year’s best in home improvement. From window treatments and flooring to appliances and pest control, these businesses strive to provide you with stellar service and outstanding results. Browse the featured winners...
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From daffodils to hyacinths – mark your calendar for this Fall Garden Sale

There is no such thing as too many plants in the cart! This year 50% of the proceeds from the North Fulton Master Gardeners Give & Garden Online Fall Garden Sale will go to horticultural education in the North...
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DESIGN / DECOR

Click here for design and decor tips on fabric, antiques, carpets and rugs, furniture, upholstery, window treatments, linens, home decor/accessories, pets, interior design, windows, tile, paint, fireplaces, fixtures, doors, closets, organization, living rooms, lighting, concrete, bedrooms, basements, and flooring.

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23 Ideas For Changing Up Your Home In The New Year

With a new calendar comes an urge to wipe the slate clean. This year, whether it’s dramatic transformations or small style swaps, new, clean products or practical home accessories, we’ve got you inspired with 23 ways to reinvigorate your...
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Atlanta’s Most Loved Projects

Local designers share their tips for recreating five of our city’s beloved designs in your home Sometimes the bandwagon is the best place to be. We consulted social media’s top home-reno idea spots—Houzz, Instagram and Pinterest—and rounded up a...
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North Atlanta Home Show – January 27-29

New year, new ideas! Get inspired for your next home project at the North Atlanta Home Show on January 27-29. From small refreshes to complete overhauls, you can shop, compare and bring your ideas to life with guidance from...
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Exotic home decor from Dear Keaton

Dazzle your friends with decorations from all over the world! They will never suspect that Dear Keaton is your secret. Local Atlanta gal pals, Christie Shepard and Chris Hutcheson, jet set around the world gathering exotic finds with interesting...
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What options do you have that allow me greater control of where and how light comes into a room?

To name a couple of options, Hunter Douglas offers Duolite®, a unique two-in-one window covering. It creates the perfect balance of light and privacy by combining two fabrics into a single shade—one light filtering, the other room darkening. Another alternative is top-down-bottom-up...
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HOME SERVICES

Home service help starts here with house cleaning, pest control, carpets/rugs, garage doors repair, plumbers, insulation, hardwood refinish, appliance repair, handyman, concrete repair, electricians, driveways, window replacement, gutters, foundation repair, utilities, security, waterproofing, HVAC, painting, roofing, insurance, mortgages, and security.

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What is the difference between room darkening and blackout treatments?

Blackout shades use fabrics that block 100% of all incoming light, while room darkening refers to fabrics that block between 95-99% of light. The best options for total room darkening are shades with blackout fabric and light blocking side...
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How can I prepare my garage door for winter?

Minor issues can be magnified after days of cold weather. Here are four tasks to help keep your garage door safe and reliable through the winter. 1. Inspect and clean the rubber seal strip on the bottom of your...
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How should I clean fiber cement siding, and how often should I do it?

I recommend cleaning fiber cement siding once a year or every other year. I would use a 50/50 solution of bleach and water or a solution of 90% water and 10% Simple Green® All-Purpose Cleaner. Soft wash the house....
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What do I need to know about black or dark colored windows?

These are a popular trend that’s here to stay. Classic architectural colors like black and bronze pair well with other colors; however, dark colors draw more heat to the window frames which could mean serious problems for you if...
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What types of glass do you recommend for a shower door?

Many of our customers install lighting in their showers to showcase their beautiful new tile or stone. Traditional heavy glass has a slight green tint, which can change the hue of the surface slightly, especially if the tile or...
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