Bungalow Lit

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Arts & Crafts Homes and the Revival

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A review that is searching for balance in the application of the Arts & Crafts philosophy

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Updating Classic American Bungalows

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J's sister , Elaine, got us this book as a Christmas gift! A great overview of historical renovation and new ideas in modern bungalow design...

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Childproofing

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Amby - The Renovator's Crib

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When you have a newborn in a construction zone, the Amby provides a practical alternative to a crib.

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Kid-Safe Electrical Outlet Covers

It's high-end, but the Safe-Plate childproof outlet cover is a nicely engineered solution that might merit a place in one or two rooms of your house.

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Cleaning

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Miracle Cloth from Mom

Many days this house resembles the southern plains in the 1930's. Thus, Steinbeck would have loved the Miracle Cloth.

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My favorite bald guy

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My favorite bald guy.  It's not Kojak.  Or Moby.  It's Mr. Clean.

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Hardware & Appliances

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Structured Wiring Distribution Panels

After a lot of research, I've settled on a distribution panel for our multimedia structured wiring system.

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Quiet Bathroom Fan

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Hate the loud hum of typical bathroom fans? We did, so we love the near-silent Panisonic WisperFit...

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Home Improvement

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Built-In Furniture by Jim Tolpin

The Bungalow Philosophy emphasized creating a space that was easier to clean and keep organized. Built-in furniture played a large part in accomplishing these goals.

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Reader's Digest Helpful Hints

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We received a copy of this book as a Christmas present.

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House Resources

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Old House Christmas Stocking Stuffers

Oh! We love the adorable vintage holiday cards that we find in here. This is from Mr & Mrs Clem Whitaker in the early 1930's.

Okay, well, Christmas bungalow (and old house) people...What do you want in YOUR stocking this year?

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Materials

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Fresh Shellac Kits

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Mixing your own fresh shellac can provide a smoother finish and isn't as difficult as you might think.

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Beadboard Types and Styles

Adding a beadboard accent to a room can be accomplished in several ways.

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Tools

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Silent Paint Remover

"Except for our cries of "ooh" and "ahh", it WAS silent!" - J

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Stanley Lever Lock Tape Measure

A unique tape measure with a nice price, but it's probably not for everyone.

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Websites & Videos

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Home Improvement Advice Websites

Think of the World Wide Web as just another tool in the box.

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History Channel's "Back to the Blueprint"

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A quality program where the research outclasses the typical home shows popular these days.

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Index of All Reviews

Unbiased reviews of tools and resources based on our experiences restoring an old home.

a neighborhood of home improvement blogs

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