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   <description>Bob Vila has long been a trusted expert in home renovations and upgrades. Our home improvement blog On the Level keeps you informed on the products and trends that we see in the field. At On the Level, staff from BobVila.com post their views on what's new and newsworthy in home gadgets, tools, and trends.</description>
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   <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:58:22 GMT</pubDate>
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    <title>9 Least Green Presidents</title>
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     <![CDATA[Every coin has a flip side. So, yesterday's list of the greenest presidents wouldn't really be complete without this one: the baddies. See the entire list of the nine least green presidents on The Daily Green.]]>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>10 Greenest Presidents</title>
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     <![CDATA[As Election Day draws closer, voters are weighing the pros and cons of the candidates. One of the hot topics, of course, is the environment. According to The Daily Green, the vast majority of Americans now say environmental protection is important to them. Curious to know what U.S. presidents would be considered "green?" Check out The Daily Green article. ]]>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>6 Steps to Keep Your Refrigerator Working</title>
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     <![CDATA[One of the most difficult appliance breakdowns to deal with is when your refrigerator goes out. My family's diet completely changed for the whole week when ours was undergoing maintenance. There are some precautionary steps you can take to avoid a breakdown, however. Focus on these six steps, and you can kiss spoiled food and repair costs goodbye.  1) Clean the condenser coils (5 minutes) 2) Clean the condenser fan (5 minutes)3) Wipe down the door gasket (2 minutes)  4) Clear the freezer ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Taylor)</author>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>How Not to Get Rid of Spiders</title>
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     <![CDATA[Okay, repeat after me: "I will not attempt to kill spiders in my home by setting them on fire." A teenager in Reno, Nevada, recently learned this lesson the hard way after he set his backyard fence and a portion of his home on fire. No one was hurt and the teenager will not be charged in the accidental blaze but, man, I would hate to have to explain this one to my parents.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Dave)</author>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Kitchen in a Box</title>
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     <![CDATA[It seems to me that technology is getting better and much smaller, which is a good thing. Now, from the makers of the world's smallest microwave, the iwavecube, comes the Kitchen in a Box. Combining the small but powerful iwavecube with the ifridgecube2 and the itoastcube-the world's smallest toaster and convection oven combo)-icubed has developed a full kitchen of small-space appliances, all for sale in one convenient purchase. Kitchen in a Box is also good for the environment since ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Biggest Home in Boston</title>
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     <![CDATA[A Back Bay home may now make the claim to be the biggest home in all of Boston. Investment executive Ofer Nemirovsky bought out four condominums in his and an adjacent building to merge them and create a 24,000 square-foot mansion. I guess he needed the space. The home, when completed after a two-year renovation, will feature 15 bathrooms and six parking spaces. Six! There are people who would give an arm for one.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Dave)</author>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Win Today's Most Powerful Flashlight</title>
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     <![CDATA[Light up the dark with Daylite! Duracell's new flashlight with patented TrueBeam Optics® combines LED technology with precision-focus lensing to deliver more light than any other flashlight. Enter to win 1 of 50 Duracell Daylite® LED Flashlights (MSRP: $24.99) in our Fall Flashlight Giveaway. Increase your chances of winning by entering every day until the contest ends on 11/7. Enter here.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Top 15 Home Updates for Best Resale</title>
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     <![CDATA[Study this list! HGTV.com has compiled the top 15 home updates you can make to get the best return on your investment when you go to sell. This comprehensive list also includes average prices and the average return in percentages. Number one? Minor bathroom remodel. Number six is a major bathroom remodel. Want to know what changes make the big difference? Check out the full article here.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Who Needs Money?</title>
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     <![CDATA[Want to make a quick $100? Each month, one comment from the BobVila.com blog will be selected as the "Hit the Nail on the Head Award" and the registered user who wrote it will receive $100. So, come on...talk it up! Go here to start giving your input.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>The Arm and Hammer Deodorizing Mystery</title>
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     <![CDATA[Something fishy is going on over at the makers of Arm &amp; Hammer. The packaging on their Fridge-n-Freezer® Odor Absorber now recommends the box should be changed every 30 days when previously, every three months would do the trick. Odd, especially considering they haven't changed the ingredients and the Arm &amp; Hammer website still recommends changing it every three months. It's a shame when a trusted brand like Arm &amp; Hammer would resort to tricks like these to increase usage.]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Dave)</author>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>$15,000 Living Green Challenge Giveaway</title>
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     <![CDATA[Want to give your home a green makeover but don't know how or don't have the money to do it? Enter to win $15,000 for a green home makeover from Better Homes and Gardens in their Living Green Sweepstakes. The winner will receive:
--an in-home consultations with a green expert--Bosch Energy Star rated washer/dryer--Kohler fixtures and faucets for kitchen and bath--Lee furniture collection of your choice--Pella gift certificate for new windows and doors--Green Works reusable bag filled with ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>$700 Billion Dollar Bailout?</title>
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     <![CDATA[I think many lawmakers and citizens are missing the point. It is not a $700 billion blank check. It is up to $700 billion, and it is being administered by one of the smartest investment bankers ever, Henry "Hank" Paulson. Also, he is not charged with making money for Goldman Sachs or himself. He will be using his prowess to make money for the American populace. How will he do this? The same way entrepreneurs have made money since the beginning of our great nation: by buying undervalued ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Greg)</author>
	 <comments>http://www.bobvila.com/OnTheLevel/-700-Billion-Dollar-Bailout--3628.html</comments>
    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Wolverine Women and Winning</title>
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     <![CDATA[Wolverine, the famous American shoe company, is legendary for its tough boots. One characteristic that truly sets the boots apart is their comfort. Cushions offer shock protection, and the fabric is soft and not rigid. They also offer a wide variety of boots and shoes, including steel toes and soft toes, hiking and hunting boots, casual shoes and even apparel. What I like about the company and their products best, however, is that they haven't forgotten about us: the women! Some of the words ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Tracy)</author>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Lawmakers! Do What You Are Elected to Do!</title>
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     <![CDATA[As a voter, I take responsibility for putting you in office. As a proud American, I have selected you to represent the majority of the people in this country and do what is best (not for you personally or me personally) for the good of America. Republicans, Democrats and Independents, you have let me down. You have let the American people down. By not putting aside partisan politics to the highest levels of elected leadership, you have failed to address the key issues we have elected you to ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Greg)</author>
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    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <title>Enter to Win the Ultimate Sports Fan Prize</title>
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     <![CDATA[If you're feeling lucky today, listen up. Dupont Tyvek, which provides "building envelope protection," is launching a huge new promotion. If you are a building professional, you can register to win the ultimate sports fan prize contest. Five people will win an ultimate road trip to their choice of a top sporting event. Some of the choices include the Super Bowl, the Stanley Cup, the World Series, NASCAR, and the NBA or NCAA Finals. You can also spin to win one of 2,000 instant prizes after ...]]>
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    <author>blogs@bobvila.com (Taylor)</author>
	 <comments>http://www.bobvila.com/OnTheLevel/Enter-to-Win-the-Ultimate-Sports-Fan-Prize-3553.html</comments>
    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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