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Full Spectrum Lighting – making the UV spectrum dance The term full-spectrum was coined in the 1960s by photo biologist Dr. John Ott to describe electric light sources that simulate the visible and ultraviolet (UV) spectrum of natural light. There are now dozens of …
Wall Air Conditioners – Not as simple to install as you think Wall air conditioners are very similar to window air conditioners except that they are normally mounted through a wall or in a wall and they are normally rear-vented. Both these types …
Underfloor Insulation is a great way to insulate and protect you and your family. 1. During the early phases of construction, meet with the mechanical subcontractors (plumbing, electrical, and heating/ cooling) to inform them of the importance of keeping the space between floor …
Steps For Designing A Whole-House Ventilation System 1.Air seal the house as much as reasonably possible, especially the foundation, garage or other spaces from which polluted air could be drawn. 2. Choose building materials, paints, furnishings, etc., to minimize emissions of VOCs and …
Toaster Oven – Many Functions, One Outcome The Toaster oven toasts, bakes, broils, defrosts and top browns a variety of main dishes, snacks and frozen entrees. The oven is usually large enough to hold standard 8-inch baking pans and also have two-position wire rack …
Wall Bed – the disappearing bed trick Everyone dreams of owning a beautiful house but everyone’s dream doesn’t come true. It is not possible for everyone to own a big, beautiful and spacious house. Again if one owns a small or a medium-sized …
Water Managed Foundation System Most basement water leakage is due to either bulk moisture leaks or capillary action with no water managed foundation system. Bulk moisture is the flow of water through holes, cracks, and other discontinuities into the home’s basement walls. Capillary …
Water Storage – H2O now has a place to go Need of water storage Water is the prime necessity in every human’s life. Some situations might occur where the safe water may get interrupted due to natural disasters like earthquake, floods, etc. But …
Window Air Conditioners – Reducing The Noise Perhaps the most widely used air conditioners are the window air conditioners. They are quite popular for heating and cooling in both domestic and commercial premises. The basic advantage of a window air conditioner is that …
Dry Basement A dry basement is not necessarily one that is not flooded. Leakages and water seepage may cause wet basements too. A dry basement is one that is completely rid of moisture or water that can come in through walls, floors or …