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Renovations are outpacing new builds, a metaverse interior design award and more

Home Design

This week in design, the appearance of a dumbwaiter in Netflix’s new series The Watcher sent viewers scrambling to search for the mini-elevators online—and as it turns out, some companies can install them in newer homes. Stay in the know with our weekly roundup of headlines, launches, events, recommended reading and more.

Business News
September marked the eighth straight month of declining existing home sales in the US, The Wall Street Journal reports, making it the longest such streak in 15 years. As the Federal Reserve has attempted to cool inflation by increasing interest rates—pushing mortgage rates to 6.94 percent this week—the rate of home sales has fallen off sharply after a pandemic boom. Excluding the early months of the pandemic (when home sales stalled briefly), September’s rate of existing home sales was the lowest since 2012. As a result, related industries also saw a dip in demand last

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How to Attach Something to Hardie Board Siding

Home Decor

Most people prefer the James Hardie board because of its excellent resistance to rain, wind, and moisture in general. However, you must be extra careful when attaching things to this siding. Fortunately, we have professionals at GS Exterior Experts in Colorado to complete the work for you within minutes! So if you’re ready to learn how to attach things to Hardie Board siding, keep reading!

What to Bring When Hanging Anything to Hardie Siding

Hardie siding is worth it as it’s made of sturdy cement, fiberglass, and pieces of stone. And because of the cement used in Hardie siding, it’ll be harder for you to attach things to it. You’ll need the following to get started: 

  • Nail gun
  • Drill 
  • Screws
  • Staple gun.
  • Caulk

Steps to Hang Something to Hardie Board 

You can enjoy your home by hanging any item using these two methods: 

Nail guns and drills are good tools

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How to Clean Hardie Board like an Expert

Home Decor

A James Hardie siding goes beyond style and never goes out of style. It shows taste. What’s more- it comes with a guarantee of 40 to 50 years of durability- virtually lasting a lifetime. Though it costs significantly more than other types of siding, a James Hardie Board is a worthy investment for your property. All these are why you must think about how to maintain and clean your Hardie board to keep it looking fresh without damaging its exterior.

The Special about the James Hardie Siding

Portland cement, water, cellulose fibers, and sand are the components of the Hardie siding that give it its characteristic robust constitution. The fiber cement makes it climate-proof because it can withstand all climates. It is fireproof and resistant to rot, pet, and water damage. For those reasons, it requires little maintenance and only cleaning once or twice a year.

Even if Hardie Siding

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An Interior Stained Glass Window Casts an Amber Glow on This LA Home

Home Design

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In 1951, Chinese American architect Gilbert Leong left his mark on this Los Angeles home by installing an ornate stained-glass window in the middle of it. Seventy years later, it’s still there. Interior designer Sarah Zachary-Jones has only built upon his vision, hanging coordinating marigold yellow drapery across the way. “When the current homeowners close them, the entire room has this amber glow to it,” says Zachary-Jones. “It’s kind of cinematic.”

Her clients, a young couple who both work in comedy, had tasked the designer with spicing up their entry, dining space, and two living rooms without losing the Silver Lake home’s mid-century soul. Fortunately, the pair has an extensive collection of postcards (peep them in the corner of the dining area) that set them off on the right path: One of the mementos

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Best Screws for Hardie Board

Home Decor

If you’re looking to install Hardie board siding on your home, it’s important to know what the best screws for Hardie siding are. Different screws work better for different applications, so it’s important to choose the right ones. 

In this post, we’ll take a look at the best screws for Hardie Board siding. We’ll also talk about why these screws are the best choices for this application. So if you’re planning on installing Hardie Board, make sure to read on!

What kind of screws are used for Hardie board?

Hardie board is a type of fiber cement siding that is becoming increasingly popular due to its durability and aesthetic appeal. When screws are used to attach Hardie board, it is important to select the right type of screws for hardie board siding in order to avoid damage to the material. 

The best screws for Hardie board are ones that have

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