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Contractor reviews floor plan with homeowners in a bright, open-plan kitchen during a home remodel.

Thinking about a remodel? Here are the definitive, research-backed reasons to renovate your home in 2025—what truly improves daily life, what boosts resale value, what trims energy bills, and what…

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Side-by-side close-ups: residential door with foam weatherstripping and sweep (left) vs. commercial door with silicone bulb gasket and automatic door bottom (right).

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DIY
Home Improvement

Door Gasketing vs Weatherstripping: What’s the Difference (and Which One Do You Need?)

Perla Irish
October 28, 2025

Door gasketing vs weatherstripping—when basic strips stop drafts, and when perimeter gaskets + drop seals are needed for smoke, sound, and code compliance.

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Timber frame home under construction with exposed posts, beams, and roof trusses surrounded by steel scaffolding.

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DIY
Home Building & Design
Home Improvement

Custom Timber Frame Home Design: Costs, SIPs & Build Steps (2025)

Perla Irish
September 13, 2025

Design a custom timber frame home with confidence. This guide covers real-world costs, SIPs for comfort and efficiency, kit vs custom timelines, and a clear six-step process from design to raising day.

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