http://www.myhome-magazine.com My Home Magazine Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:42:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Concrete Curb Landscaping  by: Steve Joseph The concrete curbing industry is currently experiencing a period of high growth as home owners look for new ways to customize and personalize their homes without over capitalizing their investment. For the last ten years or more, many people have been able to take advantage of ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/Concrete-Curb-Landscaping-1266/ Did you know that those lush, colorful blooms called chrysanthemums are rooted in beliefs of human immortality and perfection? Today the "mum" graces gardens, cut flower arrangements and even salads (yes mums taste great), but they were taken much more seriously after T'ao Yuan Ming started it all in China ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/landscape-gardening/The-Rich-History-of-Chrysanthemums-1265/ Show Off Those Curtain Rods  by: Ciara McNamara Curtain rods come in as many different styles and materials as fabric curtains. They can make or break the appearance of your window depending on how you hang them and how they are finished off. Knowing what you can do with the curtain rod ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/Show-Off-Those-Curtain-Rods-1264/ Suddenly... Condensation!  by: Mark Meshulam Every year, usually in January, we (Builders Architectural - a top Chicago-based window contractor) receive phone calls from customers who complain of sudden condensation on their windows. This condensation can be surprising because of its sudden onset and large volume. Condensation is widely misunderstood but actually it is ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/Suddenly-Condensation-1263/ Using The Sun To Cut Pool Heating Costs  by: Rick Chapo One of the biggest energy expenses for homes is heating the pool. Using the power of the sun can keep you swimming in the middle of winter. If you have a pool, you know heating it can run your utility bill ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/Using-The-Sun-To-Cut-Pool-Heating-Costs-1262/ When spring comes and the ground is thawed, it is time to start planting your rose garden. Roses have been a cherished aphrodisiac since biblical times. They have been around for over 3000 years, yet they still hold a particular mystery and fascination, not to mention the fact that they ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/landscape-gardening/How-and-When-to-Plant-Roses-1261/ What Exactly Is Crown Molding?  by: Patricia Tomaskovic By definition, a molding is an ornamental piece of wood, metal, or plaster, used to decorate or outline something. It can be used on the interior or exterior of a home. Moldings frame walls, ceilings, windows, and door openings. Examples of ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/What-Exactly-Is-Crown-Molding-1260/ Hot New Towel Warmers  by: Shelley Murphy The origins of cast iron water heated towel warmers referred to as radiators, dates back to the 1920's, but were quickly phased out during the Depression era and when the economy eventually picked up never made a strong comeback until recently. When the mid 90's ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/Hot-New-Towel-Warmers-1259/ 10 Things You Must Know When Building or Renovating  by: Richard Bourne There are many sad cases of home renovations not going as planned - often going way over budget or schedule, or unforseen complications popping up unexpectedly and ruining even up to years of work. Most of these situations would never ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/home-improvement/10-Things-You-Must-Know-When-Building-or-Renovating-1258/ Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around and can add a rich splash of color to any garden. Plant them in a cluster of all blue or mix them in with other flowers for a rainbow of color. When planting flowers, it is important to remember to follow ... http://www.myhome-magazine.com/landscape-gardening/Add-Rich-Color-To-Your-Garden-With-Blue-Perennial-Flowers-1257/