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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel> <title>RSS Top House Builder</title> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/</link> <description>Top House Builder</description> <lastBuildDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:44:52 -0400</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>daily</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <item> <title>Low maintenance Landscaping Ideas</title> <description>Designed to be low maintenance, this front garden has massed plantings and no lawn. 567 Photography This California yard features low maintenance, yet lively plants.Shades of Green Landscape Architecture in Sausalito, CA. Low ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/cheap_landscaping_ideas_low_maintenance.jpg" alt="Cheap Landscaping Ideas - Low" align="left" /><p>Designed to be low maintenance, this front garden has massed plantings and no lawn. 567 Photography This California yard features low maintenance, yet lively plants.Shades of Green Landscape Architecture in Sausalito, CA. Low Maintenance Landscaping Ideas Use quality, long-lasting materials Reduce or replace your lawn Install garden edging Opt for perennials rather than annuals Install an efficient automatic irrigation system Low maintenance landscapes must be planned ahead of time. Many homeowners make the mistake of piecing their yard together here and there. This typically creates a landscape that requires more time and money to maintain than was anticipated. The best way to avoid this problem is to hire a professional landscape designer or architect to plan out your garden with reduced maintenance in mind. Simplicity of DesignLandscaping experts agree that a simple design is the key to a low maintenance landscape. Christopher Starbuck, an Associate Professor for the Division of Plant Sciences at the University of Missouri Extension, says, "Simplicity is characteristic both of good design and low-maintenance landscapes. Eliminate frills such as statues and water features, or design them for easy care and maintenance." Let the landscaping professional that you choose to work with know up front that you would like a simple, low-maintenance landscape. Low Maintenance PlantingAccording to Robert F. Brzuszek, an Assistant Extension Professor for The Department of Landscape Architecture at Mississippi State University, a low maintenance landscape must have the right size plant in the right place. If your designer keeps this in mind it will help you avoid constant pruning. Brzuszek also recommends planting in masses because plants are easier to care for and mow around when grouped. For the most success, mass plants with similar light, water and care needs. Mulching Skip Richter, the director of the Travis County AgriLife Extension (Texas A&M), recommends mulching as a way to reduce landscape maintenance needs. Benefits of mulching: Acts as a weed barrier Holds in moisture, which reduces watering Releases nutrients into the soil Improves the appearance of garden beds</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Construction Low Maintenance]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/ConstructionLowMaintenance/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/ConstructionLowMaintenance/low-maintenance-landscaping-ideas</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 21:44:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Industrial Maintenance Course</title> <description>DuPont Sustainable Solutions can help you assess your employees' skill levels and develop maintenance and reliability training curricula tailored to their individual needs. Our more than 500 compelling and cutting-edge industrial ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/industrial_maintenance_iowa_valley_continuing.jpg" alt="Industrial Maintenance" align="left" /><p>DuPont Sustainable Solutions can help you assess your employees' skill levels and develop maintenance and reliability training curricula tailored to their individual needs. Our more than 500 compelling and cutting-edge industrial training courses will help improve your employees' core, job-specific, and industry-specific competencies and help you get the multi-skilled workforce you need to do more with less, enhance operational efficiency, and improve profitability. Our materials help deliver measurable results, and are available in a variety of formats to fit your budget and the learning preferences of your workforce. The DuPont™ eLearning Suite and our online training curriculum provide a comprehensive training, testing and tracking solution, while our DVDs facilitate group training sessions and our streaming videos enable mobile delivery. Join the thousands of organizations who benefit from our catalog of industrial maintenance training materials! To uphold our commitment to product stewardship, all programs are reviewed by DuPont subject matter experts to help ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, ethical and operational standards. Interactive Exercises. Centralized Administration. A Win-Win. The DuPont™ eLearning Suite features hundreds of online maintenance training courses that your workforce can study anywhere, anytime, at their own individualized learning pace. Assess the skill level of your employees then develop training curricula tailored to their individual needs. The interactive course content is customizable, can be accessed 24/7 from anywhere, and the DuPont™ eLearning Suite reporting capabilities provide tangible evidence that your industrial skills training is leading to real, measureable results. Don’t miss the 16-Part DuPont™ Energy Efficiency Series, designed to provide industrial facilities around the world with the necessary skills to improve energy efficiency and profitability, or the best-selling 5-Part Boiler Operation and Control Series. Schedule a free personal demonstration! Choose from More Than 350 Titles. Multiple Languages Available. Browse this site for our full offering of maintenance training DVDs and workbooks. Some of our latest releases include Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration, which is designed to help keep employees safe and prevent refrigeration equipment breakdowns, and Maintenance Principles, which shows workers how solid maintenance principles can be used to reduce the influence of defects that come from five sources. Additionally, the 11-part Pipefitting Series covers reading piping drawings, threading and measuring pipe, and much more. Some of our best-selling maintenance training courses include the 7-part Hydraulics Series, which introduces students to the safety, maintenance and troubleshooting involved with hydraulic circuits, actuators, fluids, pumps and valves. The 6-part Motor Drives maintenance training series introduces your employees to the fundamentals of motor drive operation and setup, and the 7-Part Industrial Electricity Series familiarizes students with the important properties of electricity and the common electrical elements found in industrial settings. Preview and purchase training DVDs online! Stream Videos on Demand with CoastalFlix™ Our new CoastalFlix™ video streaming solution offers maintenance and reliability training videos on demand from any web-enabled device. Choose from full-length videos for a complete training session or video clips to kick off a meeting or refresh workers on a specific training point. Create separate playlists for individuals or groups of employees. Visit to start streaming today! Whether you prefer online maintenance training courses, DVDs or streaming videos, the curriculum produced by DuPont Sustainable Solutions and reviewed by our team of subject matter experts will help improve your employee training program, measure real results, enhance operational efficiency and improve profitability. Give our free online previews a try. Go Beyond Reliability with Industrial Maintenance Training It’s no surprise that maintenance training can improve the speed and quality of your maintenance program. By training your maintenance personnel in industry best practices, you can help bring those practices to bear on the day to day maintenance of your critical systems, improve uptime and get the most out of your maintenance efforts. But maintenance training can also help take your operation beyond reliability, and into the realm of improved performance and efficiency. As equipment failure rates go down, the collateral damage and defects introduced by failures also decline, giving your systems a fighting chance to do what they do best: produce for you.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Industrial Maintenance]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/IndustrialMaintenance/industrial-maintenance-course</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/IndustrialMaintenance/industrial-maintenance-course</guid> <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 21:34:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Honda Maintenance Plan</title> <description>Introducing the Automaster Honda Care®Maintenance program. All you pay for is .gas! Get Your Honda Into A Routine.... Routine maintenance is the key to keeping your Honda running at peak performance. Honda Care® Maintenance ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/honda_maintenance_minder_brad_barker.jpg" alt="Honda Maintenance Minder" align="left" /><p>Introducing the Automaster Honda Care®Maintenance program. All you pay for is .gas! Get Your Honda Into A Routine.... Routine maintenance is the key to keeping your Honda running at peak performance. Honda Care® Maintenance makes it easier for you to keep up with your vehicle's service routine. Purchase a Honda Care Maintenance plan from the Automaster and when the Maintenance Minder indicator lights up, the required services listed in the owner's manual will be covered under this plan. And since this coverage is prepaid, you never need to work about paying more if labor or parts costs go up. Offering benefits like oil changes, tire rotation, filter and fluid replacements, as well as a multi-point inspection, Honda Care maintenance is the convenient way to keep your Honda running at its best. Maintain Peak Performance A Wise Investment.... Here are a few key reasons why purchasing a Honda Care Maintenance plan is a smart decision: Protects you from inflation should labor and parts costs rise Helps keep your Honda in top condition, which helps to maintain performance and resale value Ensures that your vehicle will be serviced by factory-trained Honda technicians Allows you to transfer coverage should you sell your vehicle Backed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Pricing For The Honda Care Maintenance Program Below.... 3 Years/36, 000 Miles $765 3 Years/45, 000 Miles $950 4 Years/48, 000 Miles $985 4 Years/60, 000 Miles $1, 095</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Effective Maintenance Plan]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/EffectiveMaintenancePlan/honda-maintenance-plan</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/EffectiveMaintenancePlan/honda-maintenance-plan</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2025 21:32:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Maintenance running Schedule</title> <description>This is a great question and very timely since, like yourself, most of the country is dealing with winter weather that is not always conducive for running outdoors. Winter is a great time to cross-train, so take advantage of ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/half_marathon_training_plan_for_beginners.jpg" alt="Half Marathon Training Plan" align="left" /><p>This is a great question and very timely since, like yourself, most of the country is dealing with winter weather that is not always conducive for running outdoors. Winter is a great time to cross-train, so take advantage of adverse weather conditions and build yourself into a better runner! Yes, there is a recommended minimum distance for running and 3 miles is that magic number. Along with cutting back on mileage for the winter, it's also important to cut back on pace too. Keep winter runs at an easy conversational pace for maintenance purposes and to avoid burn out. In terms of weekly mileage, a maintenance schedule of 10 to 15 miles a week for 5k/10k training is perfectly adequate. A suggestion for minimal maintenance mileage is 3 miles, two times a week, with one slightly longer weekend run of 4 to 5 miles. When running outside is not an option, create a flexible winter training schedule that allows you to maintain your running fitness and do something different. Some suggestions are using the treadmill, the elliptical, or the stair master as an alternative. Indoor swimming, a rowing ergometer, or spin classes are also good aerobic substitutes. These aerobic options can be substituted for running or, even better, alternate them with your run days for additional aerobic base building. In addition to the aerobic benefits, mixing it up also recruits different muscle fibers, which helps to build additional strength, transforming you into a well-balanced and sound athlete. Use the winter months to work on muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility too. Weight training, and exercise classes like yoga, pilates, core, or stretching classes will also benefit your running. By the end of winter, you will be stronger, more flexible, and have a solid running base. With a little speed work, you will be ready to race!</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Maintenance Schedule]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/MaintenanceSchedule/maintenance-running-schedule</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/MaintenanceSchedule/maintenance-running-schedule</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 21:31:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Furnace Maintenance Checklist</title> <description>1. Heat Exchanger – Inspected for cracks &amp; deterioration Heat exchangers can develop cracks with age. If they exist, there is a risk of serious illness from the toxic fumes emitted. 2. Burners – Removed &amp; cleaned if ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/furnace_maintenance_checklist_ultimate_gutter.jpg" alt="Furnace Maintenance Checklist" align="left" /><p>1. Heat Exchanger – Inspected for cracks & deterioration Heat exchangers can develop cracks with age. If they exist, there is a risk of serious illness from the toxic fumes emitted. 2. Burners – Removed & cleaned if necessary Dirty burners can cause poor combustion, soot, condensation, and will shorten the life of the furnace. You pay for useful heat that ?goes up the chimney? instead of going into your house. 3. Fan Switch – Checked & adjusted A fan switch that is not properly adjusted can waste energy and cause nuisance fan cycling 4. Pilot & Pilot Assembly – Cleaned & adjusted as necessary Weak or dirty pilots can easily be extinguished causing the furnace to shut down 5. Safety Controls – Operationally inspected Safety controls that do not operate can cause dangerous problems. 6. Gas Line – Leak checked from the furnace shut off valve to the burners Undetected gas leaks are dangerous. 7. Combustion Air – Openings will be checked Blocked or restricted combustion air openings can be dangerous. 8. Flue Pipe – Inspected Flue pipe corrosion or leaks are dangerous. 9. Temperatures & Performance – Recorded An accurate record of vital data can indicate potential problems that can be eliminated. 10. Panels – Secure all panels Loose panels can increase operating costs and cause either a shutdown or a dangerous condition. 11. Controls & Safeties – Inspected & tested Controls and safeties that do not function properly can increase operation cost and cause other components to fail. 12. Lubrication – Application to motors & bearings Improperly lubricated rotating equipment will eventually fail. 13. Belts & Pulleys – Inspected & adjusted Loose belts and worn pulleys decrease air flow, increase operating costs and shorten the compressor’s life. Belts crack and break with age. 14. Air Filter – Replaced at customer’s option A restricted air filter can cause your air conditioning unit to waste energy and shorten the compressor’s life. 15. Voltage & Amp – Draw of the blower motor, compressor & condenser fan motors checked & recorded</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Preventive Maintenance Checklist]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/PreventiveMaintenanceChecklist/furnace-maintenance-checklist</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/PreventiveMaintenanceChecklist/furnace-maintenance-checklist</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Heavy Construction Equipment Rentals</title> <description>If you need to add a Cat machine to your fleet without having to make a long-term financial commitment, Riggs CAT has the perfect solution. Did you know Riggs offers Cat heavy construction rental equipment? It’s a dependable ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/heavy_equipment_rental_ontario_toronto_alberta.jpg" alt="Rental Construction Equipment" align="left" /><p>If you need to add a Cat machine to your fleet without having to make a long-term financial commitment, Riggs CAT has the perfect solution. Did you know Riggs offers Cat heavy construction rental equipment? It’s a dependable, cost-effective alternative to buying. Purchasing Cat® equipment is a great way to increase your company’s productivity, regardless of the types of construction applications you handle on a daily basis. However, the initial investment for new machinery may not always be the best option for your company. Whether you need a piece of equipment on a short-term basis, or you aren’t sure if the machine is the right one for your business, a rental may be your best option. Your Cat Equipment Rental Source in Arkansas Riggs Rental Services, The Cat Rental Store, began operations in 1997 in Little Rock, Arkansas and since then has expanded to seven locations across the state: Springdale, Fort Smith, Texarkana, Jonesboro, Russellville, El Dorado and Little Rock. With an extensive fleet of high-quality, low-hour, well-maintained machinery, power rental equipment and work tools/attachments, The Cat Rental Store has machines ready to go. Whether you need to rent a backhoe loader, track type tractor, motor grader or specific work tool/attachment from Springdale to Texarkana, we’ve got you covered. Riggs CAT, The Cat Rental Store, offers you the flexibility of machine and time frame selection. You can rent a dependable piece of equipment for a day, week or more. At Riggs CAT, we work with you to find the perfection solution for your business. Why Rent Cat Construction Equipment From Riggs Rental Services? Why does it make good business sense to rent your equipment? Here are a few reasons: Low-hour, high-quality Cat machines – You can depend on the equipment in our inventory. Hardworking machines with low hours make up the majority of our rental fleet. Newer machines result in reduced down time which translates to increased productivity and profitability for you. We service our equipment rentals to ensure they are operating at peak performance. Quality Allied Equipment – In addition to Cat equipment rentals, we also offer equipment from reputable Allied manufacturers. From pumps to light towers, Riggs CAT offers the equipment you need to get the job done. Daily, weekly, monthly rentals – Thanks to our flexible rental terms, you’ll get the machine you need for as long as you need it. We even have long-term lease options. Riggs CAT, The Cat Rental Store, offers a variety of rental solutions to meet your job requirements and fit your budget. Minimal Downtime – If you are in need of service, one of our 50+ Field Service trucks will be promptly dispatched to your jobsite where we will either fix the machine or exchange it for another one. We offer 24/7 emergency service, as well. We keep you working, not waiting. With Riggs CAT on your side, you can ensure you have the machine you need to get the job done — on time and on budget. Project flexibility – Machine rental from The Cat Rental Store gives you the ability to acquire the right machine or the right work tool or attachment on an ‘as needed’ basis. Do you have an unusual project or a unique application coming up? We can help! The latest technology – can mean increased productivity on your jobsite. Our relationship with Sitech, the authorized dealer for Trimble and Cat Connected Worksite® products for Arkansas, ensures we have the latest technology available on many of our most requested Cat machines. Pick up and delivery – We offer fast delivery to your job site and will also pick up the rental(s) when you’re done. Call us, and we’ll be there! Competitive pricing – When you factor in our competitive pricing and no maintenance costs, you can see the savings. With an equipment rental from Riggs CAT, The Cat Rental Store, you’ll get the right solution for your business. Try it before you buy it – What better way to determine if a machine is the right fit for your business than to spend some time operating it? Riggs CAT can offer you an attractive Rental/Purchase option if you decide to add it to your fleet. 8 convenient locations – throughout Arkansas ensures the speedy delivery of the right machine delivered to your job site – when you need it and where you need it. Cat heavy equipment rentals from a trusted source – Riggs CAT has been meeting the heavy equipment needs of Arkansas business owners since 1927. As the state’s exclusive Cat dealer, we’re perfectly positioned as your one-stop Cat equipment rental source. We know how to service machines for the long life and optimal performance that gets more done. Now that’s progress.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Construction Equipment]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/ConstructionEquipment/heavy-construction-equipment-rentals</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/ConstructionEquipment/heavy-construction-equipment-rentals</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 21:15:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Ford Extended Maintenance Plan</title> <description>Q: When does coverage begin on New Ford Protect Extended Service Plans? Coverage begins at the warranty start date and zero miles and expires at the earlier of the number of months purchased or the number of miles purchased. Q: ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/pmp_product_landing_page.jpg" alt="Ford Protect Premium" align="left" /><p>Q: When does coverage begin on New Ford Protect Extended Service Plans? Coverage begins at the warranty start date and zero miles and expires at the earlier of the number of months purchased or the number of miles purchased. Q: Are Ford Protect Extended Service Plans transferable to subsequent owners? Yes, they are transferable. Transfer fees vary by state. If you are paying for the contract via the Installment Payment Plan (IPP), the IPP contract must be paid in full in order to transfer the plan coverage. Q: When can I purchase a New Ford Protect Extended Service Plan? Plans must be purchased within the time and mileage of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (the earlier of 3 years or 36, 000 miles for Ford vehicles and 4 years or 50, 000 miles for Lincoln vehicles). Q: When does coverage begin on Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plans? Q: Are Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plans transferable to subsequent owners? Q: When can I purchase a Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan? Q: If I choose an Installment Payment Plan (IPP), when will my payments begin? The recurring due date is based upon the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan contract activation date. The first installment payment is typically due approximately 20 days after the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan contract activation, and subsequent payments will be due on the same day each month. Q: Using the Installment Payment Plan, is there a website where I can view my account? Q: What if I have a question regarding my Installment Payment Plan (IPP) account? Consumers can contact IPP customer service at 888-352-7901. Q: What is the difference between Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plans (PMP) and Ford Protect Extended Service Plan mechanical coverage plans? Ford Protect Extended Service Plans cover failure of covered components due to defects in material and workmanship and normal wear & tear are included. On covered repairs, you pay only the applicable deductible. Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plans cover all scheduled maintenance as listed in the Owner’s Scheduled Maintenance Guide plus routine inspections and normal “wear and tear” items that require periodic attention. This is a prepaid plan, you pay nothing for covered services. Q: Where can I go for service if I purchase a Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan or Ford Protect Extended Service Plan? Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plans and Ford Protect Extended Service Plans are honored at any Ford or Lincoln dealer throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Q: Why am I unable to purchase Ford Protect Extended Service Plan or Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan coverage for my vehicle online? This may be because of a typo in the information you entered, your vehicle was recently purchased and is not in our system yet, or your vehicle is not eligible for the plan you selected. However, you still may be eligible to purchase a Ford Protect Extended Service Plan or Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan. Contact our Ford Protect sales department at 800-367-3377 and one of our sales representatives can assist you.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Effective Maintenance Plan]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/EffectiveMaintenancePlan/ford-extended-maintenance-plan</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/EffectiveMaintenancePlan/ford-extended-maintenance-plan</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 20:58:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Hot Tub Maintenance Service</title> <description>Your hot tub should be an Oasis for relaxation – not a constant maintenance headache. If you are dealing with a broken hot tub, or spend more time cleaning your hot tub than enjoying it, call Rising Sun Pools’ care and ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/hot_tub_maintenance_service.jpg" alt="Peace of Mind" align="left" /><p>Your hot tub should be an Oasis for relaxation – not a constant maintenance headache. If you are dealing with a broken hot tub, or spend more time cleaning your hot tub than enjoying it, call Rising Sun Pools’ care and maintenance experts for help. We’re proud to offer the following services for customers across the Triangle: Scheduled hot tub cleanings – Eliminates the buildup of bacteria and other contaminates, let Rising Sun Pools drain and thoroughly clean your hot tub every 4-6 months. Hot Tub Repair – We can handle all levels of hot tub repair, from simple plumbing work to entire spa refurbishment. Hot Tub Relocations – Are you moving? Rising Sun Pools can safely move your hot tub for a new location Hot Tub Inspections – if you have purchased or are considering purchasing a home with an existing hot tub, let Rising Sun Pool’s hot tub experts perform a comprehensive inspection to ensure that your tub is running well, and will continue to run well for years to come.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Maintenance Services]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/MaintenanceServices/hot-tub-maintenance-service</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/MaintenanceServices/hot-tub-maintenance-service</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:21:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Care and maintenance of Granite countertops</title> <description>Perform daily maintenance. Keep this simple but regular, for the best care of the counter top. Clean the counter top with warm water and a few drops of dish washing detergent or antibacterial detergent using a soft cloth. Rinse ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/how_to_clean_and_disinfect_granite.jpg" alt="How To Clean and Disinfect" align="left" /><p>Perform daily maintenance. Keep this simple but regular, for the best care of the counter top. Clean the counter top with warm water and a few drops of dish washing detergent or antibacterial detergent using a soft cloth. Rinse the surface thoroughly with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. If you spill something on your counter top, blot with a paper towel or soft cloth immediately. So do not wipe the area as this can spread the spill. Flush the spill with warm water and detergent and rinse thoroughly. Dry the area with a soft cloth. Properly sealed stone will repel most stains if the spills are cleaned promptly. Keep the stone surface clean. This will ensure that it is always easier to clean, when stains are attended to promptly. Avoid prolonged exposure to temperature extremes. Hot cooking pots will not damage the surface, however extreme or constant temperature changes may harm your stone. Avoid leaving hot pans sitting on the counter for long periods of time, especially during the winter. While granite is highly scratch-resistant, do not cut on it directly; use a cutting board. Use trivets or mats under ceramic objects that can scratch the surface. Do not stand on your counter tops. Part 2 Heavy duty cleaning Do heavy duty cleaning. When granite has been neglected, you will need to use a heavy-duty stone and degreaser to effectively remove dirt, grease, and grime. These products are concentrated and designed to deep clean without damaging the stone. It's important to follow manufactures instructions carefully. Part 3 Stain removal Remove stains. If you find you have a stain that is not easily removed by following the above directions for spills, a “poultice” can be used to pull the stain from the stone. Stone poultice is a fine, non-acid, absorptive clay cleaning powder that removes deep-set oil stains, grease and light cement grout haze from polished and unpolished natural stone. The poultice may dull the shine of the polished stone. If this occurs, you will need to use a marble polish to restore the natural shine.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Care And Maintenance]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/CareAndMaintenance/care-and-maintenance-of-granite-countertops</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/CareAndMaintenance/care-and-maintenance-of-granite-countertops</guid> <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:46:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> <item> <title>Tulle 2025: Applications, Trends, and Anti-Trends by Studio interior Design London</title> <description>Tulle has long been a staple in the world of fashion and interior design. In 2025, its applications are expanding beyond traditional uses, making it a versatile fabric for a variety of settings. From high-fashion runways to ...</description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="/img/white-tulle-640.png" alt="" align="left" /><p>Tulle has long been a staple in the world of fashion and interior design. In 2025, its applications are expanding beyond traditional uses, making it a versatile fabric for a variety of settings. From high-fashion runways to avant-garde home decor, tulle is making a statement like never before. This article explores the most exciting trends and anti-trends of tulle in 2025, with a special focus on how Studio Interior Design London is incorporating this fabric into their latest projects.</p>]]></content:encoded> <category><![CDATA[Care And Maintenance]]></category> <link>https://tophousebuilder.com/CareAndMaintenance/tulle-2025-applications-trends-and-anti-trends-by-studio-interior-design-london</link> <guid isPermaLink="true">https://tophousebuilder.com/CareAndMaintenance/tulle-2025-applications-trends-and-anti-trends-by-studio-interior-design-london</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:40:00 +0000</pubDate> </item> </channel></rss>If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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