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Kitchen Remodeling & Renovation Ideas

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Looking for trusted professionals for kitchen renovations in Ottawa—any recommendations?

By hadawev,

Kitchen Remodeling Costs & Budget Planning

By hadawev

WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT MID-PROJECT: WHAT'S YOUR MOVE?

By sleaf71,

DIY Kitchen Projects & Contractor Tips

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By gardener36

When the floor starts talking: a home renovation mystery

By dukeghost580,

Kitchen Flooring Options (Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl)

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By joses70

Regretting my fridge placement—anyone else have workflow issues?

By ashleyd50,

Kitchen Layout & Design Planning

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2,282

By peanuta37

What would you do if your kitchen reno budget doubled overnight?

By mythology_jerry,

Kitchen Remodeling Costs & Budget Planning

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2,327

By elizabethgolfp...

Making the most of awkward kitchen layouts: my peninsula “hack”

By shadowr71,

Kitchen Layout & Design Planning

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By business_baile...

Keeping Wood Floors in the Kitchen Looking Sharp

By jonmitchell698,

Kitchen Flooring Options (Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl)

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By mchef78

What would you do if your kid wandered into a half-demo’d kitchen?

By mecho76,

DIY Kitchen Projects & Contractor Tips

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By nick_evans

Smart gadgets in the kitchen: time-saver or just more hassle? (1 viewing)

By gaming_jessica,

Kitchen Appliances & Smart Kitchen Tech

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By lunareader

plumbing check-up dilemma: DIY or hire a pro? (2 viewing)

By vegan437,

Permits, Codes & Kitchen Remodeling Regulations

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By boardgames993

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Bathroom Remodeling & Renovation Ideas

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Swapping out old faucets and toilets—what brands actually last?

By charlesyogi,

Bathroom Plumbing & Drainage Issues

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4,526

By kennethecho197

Navigating red tape for building updates: did you see this?

By jack_ghost,

Permits, Codes & Bathroom Renovation

386

2,652

By tech_rocky

Navigating the do’s and don’ts of fixing up your place (2 viewing)

By coco_rider8290,

Permits, Codes & Bathroom Renovation

594

4,679

By swimmer98

remodeling on a tight budget—any clever hacks?

By hiking_sky,

Bathroom Remodel Costs & Budget Planning

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By josefilmmaker

How do you handle leaky pipes and clogged drains at home?

By thomaswoof982,

Bathroom Plumbing & Drainage Issues

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By anime_blaze265...

Home plumbing checkups: DIY checklist or pro inspection? (1 viewing)

By ocean939,

Permits, Codes & Bathroom Renovation

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10.2 K

By peanut_wilson

Subway tiles vs. hexagon tiles in the bathroom—what’s your pick?

By brewer46,

Tile, Flooring & Waterproofing Systems

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By politics191239...

Vanity swap: what did you wish you knew before you started?

By juliecloud941,

Vanities, Cabinets & Storage (Bathrooms)

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By zelda_adams

how much did your bathroom remodel run you (roughly)? (1 viewing)

By elizabethp69,

Bathroom Remodel Costs & Budget Planning

1,195

20.2 K

By sonicd24

ever thought about your shower suddenly leaking everywhere?

By bbrown87,

Tile, Flooring & Waterproofing Systems

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By writing_tigger

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Living Room & Bedroom Remodeling (Interior Upgrades & Decor)

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Why is it so hard to make a bedroom feel cozy but not cluttered?

By benwalker232,

Bedroom Makeovers & Closet Organization

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By rbrown27

If your closet could talk: the saga of the missing shoe

By geocacher781933,

Bedroom Makeovers & Closet Organization

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By zelda_adams

Painting your walls without poisoning the planet?

By food_aspen,

Interior Painting, Wallpaper & Wall Finishes

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By steven_rogue

Ever regretted a fireplace facelift? Quick poll time

By philosophy862,

Fireplace Remodels & Built-In Shelving

384

2,113

By bearr93

Worth the hassle? My experience with DIY wood floors

By bearh13,

Flooring Upgrades & Staircase Refinishing

312

By mobile483

Why do built-in benches always look better than they feel?

By pmiller78,

Fireplace Remodels & Built-In Shelving

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By streamer87

Choosing between wood, MDF, and PVC for trim? Here’s what I learned

By emilydiyer6628,

Interior Doors, Trim & Crown Molding Updates

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By raint16

Plants as roommates: Study says indoor greenery boosts mental health

By cathypoet,

Interior Design & DIY Decor Ideas

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By gaming796

Making trim look pro without hiring out

By minimalism449,

Interior Doors, Trim & Crown Molding Updates

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By surfing_ray518...

Turning a scratched-up floor into something I actually like

By donald_thinker,

Flooring Upgrades & Staircase Refinishing

113

1,283

By filmmaker11

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Home Additions & Structural Remodels (Basements & Attic Conversions)

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Knocking down walls: living with one big space (2 viewing)

By sexplorer69,

Open Floor Plans & Removing Walls

332

1,850

By simbafrost521

Keeping the air moving in big, open spaces

By cgreen68,

Open Floor Plans & Removing Walls

225

1,334

By photographer16

Turning attics and garages into bedrooms: is it worth the hassle?

By rubycamper,

Room Additions & Bump-Out Expansions

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10.3 K

By christopherp26

Why Does Running Power to a Detached Garage Feel So Complicated?

By kimq34,

Garage Conversions to Living Space

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By apollo_cloud

Why does load distribution always trip me up? (4 viewing)

By jthomas92,

Second-Story Additions & Dormers

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By beekeeper34132...

Letting More Light In: My Experience Adding A Roof Bump-Out

By pianist30,

Second-Story Additions & Dormers

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By ashley_moon

Bumping out vs. building up: which way to expand?

By data584,

Room Additions & Bump-Out Expansions

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By cycling7407953

Getting city approval: digital applications vs. old-school paperwork

By walker84,

Architectural Planning & Structural Engineering

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By james_jones

If I wanted a backyard guest house, how deep would my pockets need to be? (1 viewing)

By yoga_peanut,

ADUs & In-Law Suites (Accessory Dwelling Units)

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By robotics930

Turning my basement ceiling into a fantasy-inspired hangout

By ocean408,

Basement Finishing & Egress Requirements

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9,288

By painter75

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Exterior Upgrades – Windows, Doors, Roofing & Siding

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HOW LONG DID YOUR SIDING PROJECT REALLY TAKE?

By vegan_milo,

Siding Installation & Repair (Vinyl, Fiber Cement)

By cathycalligrap...

How often do you actually need to clean your gutters?

By blazes37,

Gutter Systems & Rainwater Drainage

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By mentor89

When gutters outlast the house: a rainwater mystery (1 viewing)

By magician594271,

Gutter Systems & Rainwater Drainage

476

3,196

By boardgames_max

Picking the right windows for your house vibe (1 viewing)

By apollocoder,

Window Replacement & Brands (Pella, Andersen, etc.)

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1,738

By scyber78

locked out drama—what would you do?

By photo30,

Exterior Doors (Entry, Patio & Garage) Upgrades

1,313

22.9 K

By minimalism788

Storm-proof glass: a small trick that saved me money

By gamerpro28,

Window Replacement & Brands (Pella, Andersen, etc.)

209

By philosophy249

When the HOA demands rainbow gutters: a neighborhood saga

By joshua_echo,

Gutter Systems & Rainwater Drainage

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By mcarpenter57

Ever locked out by your own smart door? (1 viewing)

By finnfrost679,

Exterior Doors (Entry, Patio & Garage) Upgrades

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By environment_ze...

Easy ways to refresh your porch look each season (1 viewing)

By nancysculptor,

Front Porches, Entryways & Curb Appeal

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By hannahn45

Wrapping My House Up Like a Sweater—Worth the Hassle?

By amandavolunteer,

Insulation & Weatherproofing Exterior Walls

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By diy_david

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Outdoor Living & Landscaping Projects (Decks, Patios & Yards)

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Trying to decide between a pergola or a sail shade for the backyard

By maggiefisher,

Pergolas & Gazebos (Outdoor Structures)

305

By fisher91

Lighting up the backyard fence: solar, wired, or something else?

By skier794654,

Fences, Gates & Property Borders

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By marleyr29

Digging up the backyard: a suburban adventure gone wild (1 viewing)

By dev950,

Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs & Spas

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2,258

By gardening935

Building a deck that doesn’t wreck the planet

By breezej819590,

Deck Construction & Repair (Wood & Composite)

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1,801

By zeldamartinez4...

When the fence is a highway, not a wall

By eric_robinson,

Fences, Gates & Property Borders

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By photography_ti...

Need ideas for draining my pool without flooding the yard (1 viewing)

By michaelpilot164,

Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs & Spas

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By fitness_debbie

Glass vs. aluminum fencing around the pool—what’s actually better? (2 viewing)

By samwilson745,

Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs & Spas

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By blazes19

Smart lights vs smart switches for yard setup?

By dobby_campbell5073,

Outdoor Lighting & Irrigation Systems

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By christophersin...

HOW LONG DID YOUR POOL MAKEOVER REALLY TAKE?

By cmitchell70,

Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs & Spas

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By lrobinson33

Building a backyard gazebo: what permits did you need? (1 viewing)

By markc23,

Pergolas & Gazebos (Outdoor Structures)

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1,882

By runner51

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Green Remodeling & Energy-Efficient Upgrades

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Keeping up with eco labels is harder than I thought (2 viewing)

By kennethcyclotourist,

Green Home Certifications & Incentives

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By williamblogger

Keeping cool without the ductwork hassle

By writing235,

Energy-Efficient HVAC Systems & Heat Pumps

429

By swimmer999989

Wi-fi dead zones and cable chaos: anyone else fighting with their setup? (1 viewing)

By charlesn54,

Smart Thermostats & Home Automation

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1,163

By rubyarcher

IS IT JUST ME OR ARE THERE TOO MANY ECO LABELS NOW? (2 viewing)

By katieecho119,

Green Home Certifications & Incentives

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By gamerpro85

How Long Does It Really Take To Insulate A House?

By wtaylor87,

Home Insulation Upgrades (Attic, Wall, etc.)

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By beckyswimmer11...

If You Could Only Use Eco-Friendly Tools for Your Next Home Reno, What Would You Pick? (1 viewing)

By collector129955,

Sustainable Materials & Eco-Friendly Finishes

380

By melissae51

Why is it so hard to find eco-friendly lumber that doesn’t cost a fortune?

By gamer76,

Sustainable Materials & Eco-Friendly Finishes

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By peanutcoder620

Dealing with old pipes during a bathroom overhaul—worth replacing or just patching up?

By karenskier7091,

Water Conservation & Eco-Friendly Plumbing

373

By ruby_moon

Solar Roofs and Smart Tech: Are Zero-Energy Houses Finally Going Mainstream?

By rcloud80,

Green Home Certifications & Incentives

763

By patriciat27

Just hit 20 years with the same HVAC—am I just lucky? (2 viewing)

By diy856,

Energy-Efficient HVAC Systems & Heat Pumps

872

14 K

By sonicmeow711

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Regional & Climate-Specific Remodeling Challenges

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Cutting down the wait: Tricks to speed up your permit approval (1 viewing)

By journalist378830,

Regional Building Codes & Permit Requirements

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1,150

By dancer22

How to spot if your home is actually quake-ready

By rdiver29,

Regional Building Codes & Permit Requirements

422

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By melissahiker23...

how much should I budget to renovate a beach house? (4 viewing)

By news_james,

Coastal Home Upgrades & Hurricane Proofing

1,329

21.2 K

By lcoder30

Green board in the news—worth the hype for bathrooms?

By ruby_whiskers,

Humid Climate Remodeling & Mold Prevention

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By robertblizzard...

Salt Air Nightmares: Building Materials That Don’t Rust Away

By donaldh92,

Coastal Home Upgrades & Hurricane Proofing

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By atrekker62

my battle with moldy closets and frizzy hair (2 viewing)

By language707,

Humid Climate Remodeling & Mold Prevention

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By musician57

finally got our storm shelter checked out and passed with flying colors

By marleys20,

Tornado Shelters & Storm-Resistant Design

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By paulgenealogis...

EARTHQUAKE-PROOFED MY FIRST BUILDING AND IT ACTUALLY WORKED (1 viewing)

By data_robert,

Earthquake-Resistant Building Techniques

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By apollometalwor...

Rock gardens and wildflowers: Colorado town’s new approach to slope erosion

By travel400,

High Altitude Mountain Home Challenges

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By tech8703507

Keeping mold away from your shower—my favorite lazy hack

By barbaracoder,

Humid Climate Remodeling & Mold Prevention

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By fitness_aspen

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DIY Tools, Materials & Product Reviews

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How do you pace your painting projects—slow and steady or all at once?

By blaze_summit,

Paints, Stains & Finishes (Sherwin-Williams vs. Behr)

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By architecture36...

How long do pipes really last under pressure? (1 viewing)

By jpeak18,

Bathroom Fixtures & Plumbing (Kohler, Delta, Moen)

275

1,729

By reader208514

Getting the right shade: do you eyeball it or bring a sample?

By patricia_evans6827,

Paints, Stains & Finishes (Sherwin-Williams vs. Behr)

396

By sgamer12

When your kitchen reno dreams meet your wallet’s reality (3 viewing)

By news_tim,

Cabinets & Countertops (IKEA, KraftMaid, Quartz Brands)

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By jakenaturalist

Finally got through a whole project on one charge—anyone else surprised by their batteries lately?

By jameshall385,

Power Tools & Workshop Equipment (DeWalt, Makita)

574

By mentor89

How long did your kitchen cabinets actually take?

By crypto_rocky,

Cabinets & Countertops (IKEA, KraftMaid, Quartz Brands)

591

By frodod40

Don’t get stuck with a leaky faucet: my trick for picking fixtures (1 viewing)

By hiking_sky,

Bathroom Fixtures & Plumbing (Kohler, Delta, Moen)

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By crafts_katie

WHEN DOES A "WEEKEND PLUMBING JOB" EVER ACTUALLY TAKE A WEEKEND? (3 viewing)

By aaronpilot739,

Bathroom Fixtures & Plumbing (Kohler, Delta, Moen)

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By melissa_davis

Getting smooth drywall joints without losing your mind (4 viewing)

By writing_laurie,

Lumber, Drywall & Building Materials

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17.4 K

By retro_susan

Natural cleaners vs store-bought stuff for appliances (2 viewing)

By jonmaverick437,

Kitchen & Laundry Appliances (GE, LG, Whirlpool)

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By photo527228

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Project Planning, Permits & Budgeting

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Digital apps vs old-school pen and paper for planning a reno?

By nickrunner901,

Remodeling Project Planning & Scheduling

381

By lchef17

Paper checklist vs. inspection apps: which works better for home walkthroughs?

By pets_tigger,

Building Permits & Inspection Process

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Delayed payments driving me nuts—does this ever get easier?

By marys65,

Finding & Hiring Contractors (Quotes & Contracts)

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By podcaster22

Finding reliable help for home renos—what do you look for? (4 viewing)

By meganrodriguez893,

Finding & Hiring Contractors (Quotes & Contracts)

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By waffleslewis27...

Keeping track of renovation plans without losing your mind

By phoenix_jackson,

Working with Architects & Designers

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By anime837

Dealing with city red tape for building approvals

By nick_quantum,

Working with Architects & Designers

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By brewer53

When city inspectors go wild: Did you see this recent story?

By max_dust,

Navigating Building Codes & Regulations

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By sonic_coder

Hidden costs that sneak up during home renovations

By law_richard,

Financing & Loans for Home Improvement

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By dennistraveler...

Choosing between weekly meetings or shared digital models for project sync

By beckytraveler,

Working with Architects & Designers

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By minimalism315

How picky are you about checking your own reno work?

By cloud_coder,

DIY vs. Hiring a Contractor (Decision Making)

115

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By snowboarder49

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