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In fact, we just had an idea for future blog posts.

Why don’t you send us your stories in an email, and we’ll consider them for publishing? Sounds like fun. Let’s give it a try.

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Ruined your screws?

That very screwdriver you’re holding could be the reason why your screws have big O’s instead of + signs.

Screwdrivers come in a variety of sizes, and for good reason. See, screws come in all sizes as well, and each screw is meant to be used with one and only one size screwdriver. If the one you’re using is too small, you will destroy your screws, sooner or later. So work smart! If you don’t have the right tool, buy it! It’s better to spend a little now on the right tool, than to spend a lot more money on repairs and replacements later.

How to Enlarge a Tiny Bedroom

Okay, so I guess we aren’t going to actually e-x-p-a-n-d the amount of space you have physically, but we are going to tell you how to make your bedroom appear a whole lot larger.

When you think about the various items you’d imagine in a decent bedroom–bed, dresser, chest, a pair of nighttables, a lamp or two, a small couch–you begin to wonder where it’s all going to fit, and if it’s going to be possible to have anything close to your dream bedroom after all.

That’s where a little creativity comes in.

Who says that everything has to be on the ground? That’s a sure way to eat up floor space. Remember: there are four walls to every room. Use them! For example, get lights mounted on the wall instead of table lamps. You can keep your dresser with the

How To Buy Paint

If it needs brightening up, paint it (your spouse and children being a big exception). Painting is a lot cheaper than buying something new, and so you may want to get familiar with a few terms and tips before you come out to Stewart’s Hardware, or your nearest paint store.

One of the first things you’ll need to know is exactly what paint is best for your project. You have two basic choices: latex, and oil.