Steve Hartung's Blog
Posted on 05/26/2019
Meet Our Jamestown-Generation NEXT Apprentices
Mary McGuire Smith and Kevin Barker applied to our Generation NEXT Casting Call and nailed it! They will begin working with TOH TV in Jamestown, Rhode Island, this...
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Posted on 05/19/2019
Other Fall Perennials: Move Over, Mums!
Looking for an alternative to the old standbys for fall garden color? We found some striking perennials that will be arriving at garden centers over the next few weeks, ready to be planted once summer’s heat has...
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Posted on 05/12/2019
What You Missed: Live Q&A
Tom and Kevin take on stair railings, antique doors, and cracked...
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Posted on 05/05/2019
Find Your Hidden Space
Whether you’re a young professional moving to an urban flat or an empty-nester looking to downsize, the challenge of living in a smaller space is sometimes daunting. The things you want (keepsakes, books, collections, specialty kitchen appliances) and the things you need (room for clothes, a home office, space for a guest) vie for the same square footage....
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Posted on 05/05/2019
Another Property Sold - 1330 H Street, Napa, CA 94559
Charming 1 Bedroom cottage close to everything. Hardwood flooring, separate dining area & laundry room. Detached finished garage with custom cabinets. Storage building and off street parking. Walk or bike to downtown, restaurants, shopping &...
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Posted on 04/21/2019
What You Missed: Live Q&A on 2/26
Richard tackles slow-draining showers and ice-maker-less...
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Posted on 04/14/2019
Preventing Termite Destruction in Your House
It's no news that termites and white ants cause severe damages to the home. They might attack your house in no time. Hence, termite control has become one of the necessities to prevent the termites from invading your house. Some people control termites by using chemicals in residential areas or working places, where they can survive and breathe....
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Posted on 04/07/2019
How to Create More Usable Space in Your Bedroom
If you have a bedroom that is not too big on space, it can quickly leave you feeling crowded and cramped up, which may even have psychological effects on you. There are ways to maximize the available space you have to help your bedroom feel roomy. Reduce the size of your bed and storage furniture. It goes without...
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Posted on 03/31/2019
Healthy Nighttime Snacks for Kids
Do you find it absurd giving your kids snacks before going to bed? You shouldn’t be because keeping the tummy full and joyful before going to bed means a lot rather than waking up so early like 5:00 am to get the belly refilled. A bedtime snack should be taken an hour before the child's bedtime because it...
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Posted on 03/24/2019
Your Ideal Home Checklist
Finding your new home is an exciting new prospect, and you want to ensure you get the home you really want. Before you start your home-search take some time to thoroughly consider what you want and need out of a home, what you want it to look like and what features you desire in your neighborhood and the...
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Posted on 03/18/2019
Ask This Old House: Walkway Repair
If your bluestone needs some TLC, let Roger show you how to do...
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Posted on 03/11/2019
Open House Etiquette - How to Make the Most of Your Visit
Buyers new to the housing market often don’t know where to start their search. In fact, sometimes they don’t even know for certain in which community they want to make their home. Even knowing the type of house-style they want is a mystery. If they’re the first in their family to own property, narrowing down choices seems monumental....
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