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Mitsubishi Home Theater Projector Entertains Family
Many families build their own home theaters so they can watch movies at home. Mitsubishi offers a variety of home theater projectors that can be used at home and at work. Learn about the features and costs of Mitsubishi home theater projectors.
Home Design Process Tips
Architect and author Sarah Susanka offers tips on home remodeling and the home design process. Susanka's home design process tips can help you get what you want out of a remodeling project or new home design. The home design process tips involve communication with your architect.
Home Improvement Painting To Sell Your Home
When you're getting your house ready to sell, an easy way to update the look of your home is to paint a room. Painting is a simple way to give an old room a new look, and it can have a positive effect on buyers interested in your home. Here are some tips on how to save money and how much to budget when painting whether you decide to do it yourself or hire a professional painter to help sell your home.
Vectrix Shows Electric Bikes At CES
As gas prices rise, consumers look for alternative transportation such as electric bikes. The Vectrix electric bike, or scooter, runs on a rechargeable battery. Riders can plug the Vectrix electric bike into a wall outlet. The Vectrix electric bike has been approved for highway use.
Lutron Dimmer Switch Saves Energy
Lutron Electronics offers a dimmer switch for your lights. Installing a Lutron dimmer switch will save energy and money. You can control lights in multiple rooms with Lutron dimmer switches. How much do Lutron dimmer switches cost?
Save Money With ENERGY STAR Appliances
The U.S. government's ENERGY STAR program provides standards for energy efficient appliances. ENERGY STAR appliances have passed tests to prove they are more energy efficient. ENERGY STAR appliances help reduce the amount of energy used in homes.
Solar Powered Backpack Charges Cell Phone, iPod
Voltaic Systems' solar powered backpack lets you charge your electronic devices such as a cell phone or iPod without using a wall outlet. The solar powered backpack absorbs energy from the sun using solar panels. The solar powered backpack charges a battery which you can use to charge your cell phone or iPod. Voltaic's solar powered backpack enables you to go green with technology.
In The Moment
Architect Sarah Susanka talks about living in the moment to be happy. She says living in the moment means more than buying a bigger car or bigger house. Learn about how living in the moment can lead to a not so big, but happy life.
Home Design Process
How long does the home design process take? Architect Sarah Susanka describes the home design process and how long it can take. Susanka says not to rush the home design process to meet a deadline.
Green Home Design
Green home design used to be popular because of tax credits. Green home design includes energy efficiency and designing for your climate. Green home design is sustainable and can be a reflection of the self. Learn more about green home design from author and architect Sarah Susanka.