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Question by nintyseventrillion: Best options for heating an old victorian flat? Situation: basically no heat (had some unvented natural gas heaters in front of decorative fireplaces, but they are unsafe and weren’t legally installed). Unit is on the second floor of a 3 floor building, so forced air isn’t an option. Gas inserts for the fireplace would require some big installation challenges (venting up through our chimney and the upstairs neighbors), possibly some structural work. Radiant floor heating is possible if I am willing to tear up my wooden floors, install the heating and reinstall the flooring. I have a couple of inexpensive space heaters (electric) in each end of the place which aren’t really that helpful on cold days. I can ask my family to wear more sweaters.... 

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Question by janis: What would be the best photography business for me? I just graduated in Fine Arts – Studio Photography – I did plan on obtaining a masters in art administration; however, I had a baby in my last semester and that plan vanished. I figure my only option with a new baby and three other children is to start my own business. The problem is since I studied as a Fine Art student my knowledge in digital is very limited. I always had a point and shoot digital and I received a SLR digital a few months ago. My knowledge is growing everyday but I also need to learn color because I’m use to black and white film. My current (very simple) plan is the following: (Background knowledge: I do live in a enriched art community – I do not have a lot of money –... 

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Question by Bloody Candy: Where is the best place to find a Victorian style dress with a reasonable price? I’m looking for Victorian/medieval style dresses but within the budget of a teen. Or if you know any sites that have patterns for them, that would be great too. thanx. Best answer: Answer by Katty xtry a local dress makers shop or fancy dress shop Give your answer to this question below! Learn tips and ideas for the best way to go about painting a Victorian Style house in this free video clip. Expert: Betty Ingham Contact: www.thehairypotters.com Bio: Betty Ingham and her husband Ben purchased and have fully remodeled and restored a 100 year old Victorian home from top to bottom. They also own a custom stoneware pottery studio, The Hairy Potters. Filmmaker: kyle saylors Video... 

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Question by weakestlink11: What’s the best way to go about cleaning out a house before selling and make some money doing it? I am about to put my house up for sale, but the realty agent handling it says I have to clean it out before it goes on the market. It’s a 2500 sq ft Victorian house with a full attic and cellar packed with stuff my parents collected in the last 35 years. I’ve already tried tag sales and posting to local newspaper classifieds and Craig’s List. Not much interest. I’ve also contacted estate liquidators. Only one agreed to come to the house and his comment was “Get a dumpster and put everything in it!” I feel the house contents are too good to just throw away. I don’t want to give it away either – I need the money! It... 

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Question by georgia_1234567890: Which of the following is best representative of the Victorian Architectural Period? Academic Classical American Romanesque Arts and Crafts Carpenter Gothic English Queen Anne Revival Free Classical Georgian (boring) Gothic Revival Italianate Mannerist Picturesque Gothic Regency Renaissance Revival Romanesque Second Empire Stick / Shingle Tudor Vernacular Best answer: Answer by _PicnicArts and Crafts catches the end of the Victorian period and lasts into the early 20th century however it is the Gothic Revival which lasts for a longer time in the Victorian period, although the revival started before then. Add your own answer in the comments! Designed by William A. Potter in the Richardson Romanesque style. Princeton University – 1894. Video... 

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Question by bourbonbiscuit: I have had an old Victorian pine cupboard stripped of paint – what is the best way to finish it now? I have an old Victorian kitchen cupboard, quite plain to look at with tongue and groove style doors. It had been covered in lead paint so I had it professionally stripped. I don’t know what to do with it once it has dried out. The man that stripped it said to wash it down with vinegar if the acid comes out of the wood as it dries. But what then…do I need to wax it – if so what type of wax? or should I varnish it? Also if it is best to wax it – is this a really messy job needed to be done outside or in the shed or can I do it in the house. Any help appreciated. Best answer: Answer by ???mom3Stain it that’s quick and very easy... 

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Tips For Purchasing the Best Table Lamps If selected carefully, a lamp can completely change the appearance of a room and make it appear more special. It significantly enhances the overall appeal and beauty of the area. However, you need to consider the following points before purchasing any lamp so as to ensure you get the best and the most stylish lamp for the décor of your house: * Consider the usual furnishing style of the room you are planning to get a lamp for and the style of the lamp you are purchasing. A traditional brass table lamp is certainly not fit for a nightstand bearing a modern design. Similarly, a high-tech table lamp with geometrical shapes may not go well with a carved Victorian table. * Size of the lamp is also important. Small-sized lamps are better for narrow... 

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If you want to do some home decorating, picking the right fabric is important. For example, the type of fabric you use is very important if you decide to do a theme like Oriental, Modern or Victorian. There are a lot of types of fabric that one can use to decorate their house. If you want a certain theme for your home decoration, you should do a bit of research before, finding out which fabric works best. Look online, read some home decorating books and magazines and find the information you need about that theme. If you want a more feminine look for your room or for all the rooms, you could go with the Victorian theme, which is a bit more elaborate and difficult to do. When you pick a fabric for a historical theme, you should make sure that it fits the period of time that you’re... 

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Victorian Era was the time of new inventions and innovations, it was a time of scientific ideas and developments, it was the time when people lived in elegant houses and dressed gracefully. Victorian Era was also the period during which Great Britain became one of the most powerful, modern and wealthiest countries of the world. Victorian Literature Novels During the reign of Queen Victoria many new writers came into the scene. One of the most famous amongst the lot and the one whom the whole world remembers till today was William Shakespeare. His plays and poems are still read by the people through out the world. Some other great writers of this period include Sir Walter Scott, Emily, Anne, and Charlotte Bronte, Anthony Trollope, George Eliot, Oscar Wilde and Charles Dickens. The works of... 

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Most people invest a lot of time and energy into finding the right deck railing designs for their home. Fortunately there is a wide selection of free deck railing designs available on the web for you to choose from. The first step toward selecting the right design for your railing is deciding the right design for your porch. Here are some things to think about when deciding the best porch for your home: 1. Consider your lifestyle. A porch is a key element for many homes. Your lifestyle will determine how large a porch you need for example. If you spend on enjoying long afternoons entertaining friends and family outdoors, you may need a larger surface to work on than if you plan to seldom use your porch. 2. Decide the best place for your porch. For most this is the front of the home or south... 

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