Fixtures Archive
How to Buy Shutters Deciding on the material when you buy shutters is the first step in making things work. Currently, shutters are made in a number of different materials, with wooden shutters still being the benchmark for quality window coverings. Quality wood shutters …
Soundproof Insulation – shed noise along with the heat and cold Soundproof Insulation in a home is more effective if the installation is taken up at the construction stage itself. This will also make it less expensive. Total soundproofing may not entirely be …
Interior Lighting – luminating the great indoors Indoor lighting is the use of natural or artificial lighting to light up the indoor area of any space. Natural interior lighting involves use of daylight through strategically placed windows, skylights, architectural design, etc to maximize the use …
How Carpet is Made The carpet that is made today is a mix of old world craftsmanship and a touch of 21st century innovation. By combining the two, carpet is able to become the household feature that we all know and love – …
Air purifier – Do They Work? An air purifier is the best product available to address many health concerns such as asthma, allergy symptoms, chemical sensitivity and air quality issues such as cigarette smoke and construction dust. There are so many air filtration …
Sofa Bed – Sleeping Visitors Comfortably A sofa bed is the number one furniture piece that is normally seen in almost all homes. A sofa bed combines comfort with style, not only as a multi purpose unit but also at the same time adding …
Electrical Insulation – protecting you from electric wiring An insulator is a material or object that contains no movable electrical charges when used along with live electrical appliances. When a voltage is placed across an insulator, no charges flow, so no electrical current appears. …
Winterizing Your Pool Once fall ends and winter begins to rear its ugly head, it will be time to shut your pool down. When winterizing your pool, the first step will be the water. You should begin by checking your pH level, and making …
WALL FRAMING WITH ADVANCED FRAMING TECHNIQUES Building experts have performed considerable research on ways to reduce the amount of lumber in wall framing our homes while maintaining structural integrity. The U.S. Forestry Products Association and other organizations have devised an “ optimum value …
Window insulation – don’t lose it at the windows The basic function of window insulation is to protect the walls from heat radiations as it provides a thermal barrier to the walls. Good window insulation helps to retain the heat in winter and keeps …