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Just as the name sugges ts, Pleasanton in California  is a beautiful place to call home . It's a quiet town with the perfect blend of suburban charm and modern amenities. Trendy coffee shops and fun parks are an added gold star to this area. Here’s how to set up your new house without burning a hole through your pocket! Pleasanton houses are usually affordable, although the prices are higher  than the state and national average. So, while you might be completely ready to move to this quaint island of calm for all of its value, affordable living is essential. Make Plenty of Lists Lists will help you stay organized. The first list you make should be of everything that you need but don't have. The next one should be about items you can get from garage sales, thrift stores, or other relatives. Once you’ve identified what you can get for cheaper, what you'll need to splurge on will be clear. Now you'll know exactly how much money you can spend per item, and th...

You might not be thinking of your kitchen cabinets as furniture that can get damaged. However, that’s not true at all! Kitchen cabinets are high-use essential parts  of your home. Your daily routine depends on their existence and proper function!   Cabinet repair experts  know all too well how often they require restoration and refinishing.  However, you won't know when to call an expert if you don't know all the ways that your cabinets could be damaged and in need of a touch-up. Water Damage Water damage hurts wood  probably more than anything else. Most wooden furniture  is supposed to be kept in a cool, dry place — which is the opposite of a kitchen environment. Rising steam and water flying around from the sink can affect the life of your cabinets. More importantly, if the pipes in your kitchen are leaking, water can seep into the walls and the cupboards. This can cause the wood to weaken over time and be more likely to develop mold. Ro...

Your grandparent's oak furniture or the old mahogany dresser your mother has had since forever probably has a lot of memories attached to it. Most people would never throw away items like that, but still do because these pieces break down quickly. The amount of care we put into our stuff has an impact on how much it will serve us . Here’s how you can make sure your beloved hand-me-downs stay with you for a long time. Repair Often The best way to make sure that your prized furniture doesn’t fall into a state of disrepair; make sure you get it fixed up when needed. It’s pretty easy to let things slide when we’re busy, but if you let something like a broken handle sit there, other kinds of damage can happen. A broken handle means that you’ll have to pry drawers open, which can cause scratches. Prevent wear and tear by making time to get all your furniture mechanism repaired immediately.    Clean, Clean, Clean Keeping the dust off of your furniture  can go a...

One of the most common pitfalls of refinishing wooden furniture  is not adhering to the instructions. Regardless of the professional experience your service provider may have, it’s important to run over the steps once before starting. It’s essential because the chemical composition of a new refinishing product may be slightly different. Your refinishers may need to understand the requirements before starting. All potential errors can be carefully avoided by reading the instructions printed on the label. Make sure you choose the right wood refinishing service to ensure that your wood suffers none of these blunders. Not Removing the Old Finish Before breaking the seal on the new finishing product, you need to remove the old finish first. This is the most demanding step in the process because it requires both, time and effort. If you wish to skip this process, you can also use a chemical stripper to remove the old finish. All you need to do is apply a generous coati...