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6 October 2014
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Vacuum cleaners and your recommendations -
We are in the construction stage of building a new home in the country and I wanted to get some feedback and views on vacuums or vacuum syst...
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20 May 2014
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Need help with determining security system features -
We are empty nesters about to start building our retirement home in the country. We would highly value tips and recommendations from fellow...
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12 May 2014
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I love the weathered timber used for the mantel. -
Was it naturally weather or distressed in some manner to achieve the effect and if so how is that done thanks A bunch!
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