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Tips on Selecting a Countertop Color

Most countertops will last a very long time so it is important you pick the right color and contractor. If it is not right the first time it will be very costly to change.  In this article we will discuss … Continue reading

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Ten Tips to Make Your Kitchen Seem Bigger

Use light colors on walls and cabinets. White cabinets, light color on counter tops and light appliances will all make room feel bigger particularly if they are all the same or very similar color. The floor is like another wall … Continue reading

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Traditional Foods for the New Years

If you are looking to spice up your menu for New Years Eve here is a list of some New Year’s food traditions. Dutch eat pork and sauerkraut for good luck. Some say this is because pigs cannot walk backward. Many … Continue reading

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Unusual Christmas Cookies

On this just a few days before Christmas I thought it would be fun to look at some unusual Christmas Cookies that people have dreamed up. Each of the pictures has a hyperlink to the website where I found the creations. Killer … Continue reading

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What is a Composite Granite Sink?

A composite granite sink is a sink manufactured for residential use that is a mix of granite (quartz) and resin, usually acrylic, to product a sink with color. They can be a beautiful part of your new kitchen. There are … Continue reading

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Electric Stove vs. Gas Stove

The debate Electric Stove vs. Gas Stove is not new.  Here is a list of pros and cons of each. Source of list. Electric Ranges Pros: Less expensive to buy and install. Simply plug into the wall and you’re ready to cook. … Continue reading

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Turkey Fact for Thanksgiving

Benjamin Franklin argued that the turkey and not the bald eagle should be the symbol for America. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, more than 45 million turkeys are cooked and eaten in the U.S. at Thanksgiving—that’s one sixth of … Continue reading

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Reduced Flow in Your Faucets

At ANO we are getting an increased number of calls regarding reduced flow from faucet heads and even leaks.  When we investigate these issue we are discovering a large amount of debris in the heads and cartridges. Because of the … Continue reading

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Eclipse Soap Dispenser

Eclipse Stainless soap dispensers have a stainless steel reservoir and a stainless steel wick. Nearly every other brand has a plastic reservoir and wick. As I travel the Midwest and visit show rooms nearly every soap dispenser with a plastic … Continue reading

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Change the Hose and Neck Insert on Eclipse Gooseneck Faucets.

 To remove the hose you disconnect the hose per this picture. Using a clip to hold the spring and spring holder out of the way helps with the process.  Remove the spring and spring holder from the hose. Be very … Continue reading

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