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  • Finishing Touches / Warm and Inviting Entryway
  • From "DIY to the Rescue"
    episode DTTR-303F


    Professionals are called in to install new flooring in a rich tone, while the crew stains the front door and staircase banister. Host Amy Devers and Roslyn Satchel's mother, Dee, have added a warm coat of sunshine yellow to the walls. The new door and upholstered bench are in place, and new window coverings are installed to protect Satchel's art collection from the damaging effects of the sun. The bright colors and rich wooden tones are the perfect foil for the sun-baked reds, golden yellows and ebonies of the artwork, and provide a welcoming look for Satchel's guests.


    Cost of Professional Installation = $10,940
    Cost of Materials = $3,940
    Amount Saved by Doing It Yourself = $7,000
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    The new entry door and warm floors are rich complements to Satchel's artwork and brightly painted walls.

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    The newly-stained bannister carries the rich wood tone used on the doorway, while the triangular corner bench offers guests a comfortable place to remove their shoes.

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    Finally, new window treatments are added to filter out harmful UV rays.


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