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Question by Randolph Bender: I am trying to locate a person who can help me value some Antique Oil Lamps I inherited? I have a number of turn of the century, Victorian oil lamps. They are very beautiful and I have been told they could be worth a lot. I need a person I can send pictures to and speak with on the phone as well. Thank you everyone for your help. Randy Best answer: Answer by stackable washer dryerHello Randy, I am an antique collector myself. I began collecting antique oil lamps about 2 years ago. I found this great site last year and have called on this nice lady several times to help me assess the value of any lamp I might purchase. Her name is Amanda and she is a great resource. You can send her a picture from your phone and call her right away and she will give you an... 

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Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Table Lamp For Your Rooms You can change the appearance of your room by simply adding to it a perfect and the most suitable table lamp. Choosing a perfect table lamp that best suits your room can be a daunting task. However, it is worth taking the trouble because a carefully selected table lamp can enhance the overall beauty of your room. Keep the following tips in mind before purchasing any type of lamp so you do not fail to choose a perfect and stylish lamp which suits the interior of your house. * First of all before buying, consider the style of the furnishings of the room in which you are going to place a lamp. For instance, a geometrical shaped and designed table lamp would not suit a Victorian table. Traditional table lamps, especially the brass... 

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Okay, so my budget is pretty much unlimited, although I wont use ridiculously expensive fabrics (like $10 a yard is the most). I am extremely competent with a sewing machine and can make pretty much anything if I set my heart to it. Okay, so I want to make a victorian costume for Halloween. I want something similar to Sweeney Todd or a stylized Jack The Ripper. I want it to kind of have that stiff gothic look, but still be a little fun looking. Any ideas for pieces, fabrics, etc? Pictures will be great. I was thinking about doing pants, shirt, vest, and overcoat.  Read More →

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It is 48 squares and is a 12/12 pitch. There are 3 layers of shingles and 1 layer of shake. I had a contracter come in and give me a price on the tear out and replacing the roof with a 30 year asphalt shingles. They quoted me 24,000 dollars for this project?? Does this seam high to you guys?? I thought this project would run me about 8 to 10k  Read More →

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I need to give a quote on this job and do not know how much to charge,as this is my first time doing this for pay, thanks How much per hour? Thanks.  Read More →

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If you’re thinking of doing some renovations before you put your house on the market it helps to know what buyers are looking for in a new home. One good way to get an idea of the features that buyers want in a house is to take a look at the best home plans selling in each of the major categories of house plans. Whether your home is country, Victorian, Mediterranean, Ranch or Cape Cod, by studying the best home plan selling in your category, you can strategically emphasize the features that buyers want and sell your home faster. The best home plan selling in the Victorian style, for instance, features gingerbread woodwork and scrollwork and lots and lots of windows. If you’re planning to renovate a Victorian home to be more appealing, then, you might choose a paint scheme... 

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I have looked in the western type magazines. Most of the stuff is too pricey.I am very Texas proud plus I love the late Victorian period. I live on a large farm in a one level home in nw Texas. Any ideas for inside or outside would be most welcome? Thanks. I am specifically interested in colors for my walls, materials, etc.  Read More →

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