16 September 2014
Synthetic turf, also known as artificial turf or artificial grass, has many applications. It is often used in schools and playgrounds, private homes and commercial stadiums for sports such as rugby, soccer, American Football and track and field events. If you're thinking about installing synthetic turf in your home or at a public area, here are some things to know that may help guide your decision. It Is Made With Ground Rubber -- Most types of synthetic turf are made with crumb rubber, which is simply tires that have been ground up into small pieces.
16 September 2014
If your toddler has reached the age where he or she is ready to begin exploring the outside world, you're probably already hard at work toddler-proofing your yard and garden area. You're probably also wondering how to keep your child safe from stinging insects and may be apprehensive about using commercial insect repellents on sensitive toddler skin. Fortunately, there are effective ways to reduce outdoor insect populations to the extent that you probably won't need to use chemical insect control products on your child -- here are five of them:
16 September 2014
It isn't always possible to have a seamless transition from home to home. For various reasons, your new place may not be available until after the lease is up on your current abode. Yet life must go on, so you need somewhere to live. But it's not always possible to stay with friends or family, and hotels can be expensive. So why not consider motels? They offer an affordable, practical solution to temporary housing problems.
15 September 2014
When choosing wood to burn in your wood fire pizza oven, there are a few things to consider to ensure your pizzas turn out perfect every time. Here is your handy wood selection guide, including a list of things to avoid putting on your pizza oven fire. The Right Wood Depending on your location and your local wood supply, the wood species you have access to will vary greatly. Hardwood is ideal for getting your pizza oven fire to the right temperature, as it burns slowly and very hot.
15 September 2014
If your workshop has been broken into recently, owning too few security devices may be to blame. It is time to fight back and add some features to your property that will keep your possessions protected in the future. As a result, you will feel safer while home and will be able to leave your home without having to constantly worry about what is happening behind your back. Read about the following security equipment that is available to get an idea of what you may want to purchase.
15 September 2014
A wifi thermostat is a thermostat that connects to your home's wifi system. It is simply a thermostat in the sense that it controls your home's temperature. But it can go further than that. A wifi thermostat can be controlled from anywhere you have internet access. Because of this, it has benefits not offered by a traditional thermostat, which the article will discuss here. Reduced Costs Air conditioning and heating costs have increased dramatically over the last decade.
12 September 2014
A sliding glass door can work well for providing a view of the great outdoors, but your door does require a little bit of maintenance. If you follow these simple tips, however, you can keep your sliding glass door looking great and working perfectly. Clean the Track Regularly If the track of your sliding glass door becomes clogged with dirt and grime, it can be difficult for the door to open and close properly.