By host on 4/6/2010 9:45 PM
It’s amazing how quickly time flies. Another year has come and gone, and already it’s time for Spring cleaning. I’ve been getting bombarded with calls from people wondering whether or not Onyx does one time deep cleanings. In short, the answer is yes. Give us a call today and we will come out to provide free estimate. Or you can contact us by filling out our estimate form and someone will be in touch shortly. So why should you choose Onyx as your house cleaning company?
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By host on 3/10/2010 9:40 PM
The most cost affective and quickest home improvement project is interior painting. Interior house painting can be simple or as elaborate as you prefer. You can transform the look of a room or your entire house using paint. The most important spaces in our lives are inside our homes and most can benefit from a new look. Interior painting is inexpensive, especially if you do it yourself. The real cost is in time. The cost saving
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By host on 3/10/2010 9:32 PM
Most of us are no strangers to the costly repairs that directly parallel owning a home. If you are one of the select few that has not had to deal with one of these less than fun tasks, get ready because you will, and most likely sooner than later.
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By host on 3/10/2010 9:25 PM
When you are ready to sell your home, careful selection of both interior and exterior paint colors can help make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Although you might love an unusual accent or wall color, quirky colors might be a turn-off to those looking at your house.
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By host on 2/22/2010 9:34 PM
It's been called many different things—sheetrock, gypsum board, wallboard, and, of course, drywall. However, all these terms refer to the same thing: a panel consisting of a gypsum core surrounded by paper backings. It's become the most popular form of wall surfacing, quickly replacing the plaster found in older homes. Why? Because it's cheaper, lighter, and easier to install. Plus, it's not as hard as plaster, so it won't crack as fast, but it's also stronger: it tends to hold objects (such as picture frames) without special hanging devices. Though it's everywhere you look, this material may still be a mystery to homeowners. Therefore, here are some basics from the very start to its final finish.
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By host on 2/22/2010 9:32 PM
Drywall repair is a project that most homeowners will have to face at one time or another. It encompasses a wide range of problems that include everything from nail pops to holes from doorknobs to major repairs like water damage and cracks caused by a settling foundation. Whatever your problem is, it's important to understand the scope of the repair so that you don't get in over your head if you're a do-it-yourselfer.
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By host on 1/3/2010 9:14 PM
Most people choose a color for a room according to preference. If they love the color blue they select their favorite shade for a particular room in their home, but color has the power to significantly affect mood. Color will not only change the look of a room or space, but it will also affect people’s feelings in subconscious ways.
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By host on 12/26/2009 9:50 PM
It is a glorious day when the last piece of furniture is carefully placed back in the room. The painter gathers the last drop cloth and the freshly cleaned paint brushes, rollers and buckets. The sun is shining in the back window, revealing that perfect blue, green or red that you worked so hard to find while strolling through countless paint and home improvement stores. Those weeks and months of planning are finished! But, as the painter cleans up his gear and leaves for the last time, your job is just beginning. In order for those walls to stay in their perfect pristine state, you must be vigilant in taking care of them. Several easy steps will guarantee their fresh look for years to come.
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By host on 12/26/2009 7:35 PM
Most of the tips for interior house painting project tell you to move all of the furniture to the center of the room. This really is not very helpful. Think about a bedroom or living room. If you move all of the furniture to the middle of the room, you have created a huge obstacle to paint around. Even with the proper extension pole for your paint roller, such an obstacle in the center of the room is hard to work around. it is hard to reach over this obstacle to paint the ceiling.
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By host on 12/26/2009 7:27 PM
Before even considering doing an interior house painting job you should walk through the area to be painted with your customer. During this inspection point out any paint that is in places where paint doesn’t belong. Look at all of the carpet, tile, or natural wood floor to find any paint spots. Frequently, paint can be found along the baseboards of the room. Also look for scratches on the wood or tile floor. Check wallpaper, counter tops, and any areas where there should not be any paint. Check all natural wood trim and doors for any paint. Loo
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