Blinds are fairly visible in the house. When they get dusty and nasty, it’s noticeable. While there are expensive blind cleaning services out there, that’s not necessary. With the following two methods, you can quickly and cheaply clean your own blinds. 1. How to clean Venetian blinds 2. How to clean mini blinds
LED lighting, used worldwide every second, has many applications. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are used for industrial, commercial, and private uses. There are several types of LED lighting, some of which may flicker or blink or have a strobe light effect at times. Why do LED lights flicker? How can I avoid it or stop the …
Recessed lighting offers considerable benefits to a variety of living spaces. Choosing recessed lighting offers homeowners the opportunity to illuminate entire spaces, whether a small room or a large room with vaulted ceilings. The minimalist profile fits into nearly any design scheme. Some questions that you are likely to have before running out and purchasing …
Ever since electrical lighting became a household staple, there has always been a concern about the safety of the light bulbs used. Anyone over the age of 50 can probably remember older, large bulb Christmas lights and the worry over overheated bulbs on a dry evergreen. Fortunately, as the science behind light bulbs has evolved, …
Yes, but chemically and technically Nope El D. But fortunately, it can be prevented from its “rusting”. During the Covid lockdowns, I turned to learning about trading metals online – l guess less as a way to pass the time than to avoid contributing to the spike in domestic violence. However, being one for detail …
Shailesh Devi has created incredibly inventive and visually interesting buildings, in every type from residential to temple. Most 0f his projects have remained in India, staying adapted to, and interacting with the environment and culture of his home land to create structures that are so much more than that. Who is Shailesh Devi? Shailesh …
So, there we were, about to set out on our family’s Caribbean and African “safaris”, when our littlest, Lil Lily asked me, “Are toilet seats universal?!” she questioned, using a BIG word she had recently learned, but visibly concerned. I paused, unsure whether she meant toilets could be found all over the world. Or, whether …
LED lights are a great addition to your home lighting system. They are well known for their long lifespan. Manufacturers often provide the expected lifespan on the packaging. However, that lifespan has a wide range from 5 to 20 years. Therefore, the estimate from the manufacturer does not give direct insight into how long the …
Many people consider themselves “meat and potatoes” kinds of diners. These people love basic foods without a lot of unusual ingredients. Rather than going to a fancy, French restaurant where new and exciting foods might be discovered, these folks prefer a place where they are familiar with all of the items on the menu and …
One of the most influential hip-hop artists of his generation and often regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time, Lil Wayne started writing songs when he was eight years old. He got his big break at just 12 years old when he was signed by Cash Money Records. Despite a rough start …
Studio: QARTA Architektura Author: Jiří Řezák, David Wittassek, Lukáš Němeček Contact E-mail: qarta@qarta.cz Social Media: @qartaarch, @qarta.architektura Studio Address: Pernerova 635, 180 00 Prague 8, Czech Republic Co-Author: Pavel Fanta Project Location: Smrčkova, Prague 8 Project Country: Czech Republic Project Year: 2016-2018 Completion Year: 2019 Built-up Area: 4,013 m² Gross Floor Area: 14,000 m² Plot …
While ice cream is a favorite treat for warm, sunny days, sometimes commercially produced ice creams can include strange unpronounceable ingredients. Often, things like high fructose corn syrups are included along with preservatives and artificial flavors and colors. Many people are sensitive to these kinds of ingredients and think that they must forgo ice cream …
When we think of public restrooms, we rarely think beautiful architectural creations that we seek out to visit. Architects around the world are challenging this status quo, and creating public restrooms that are artworks in themselves. The History of Public Restrooms Public toilets were part of the sanitation system of ancient Rome. These latrines …
Shepherd’s pie is a wonderful, comfort food casserole. It features ground meat, such as lamb or beef, a tasty gravy, vegetables, and, of course, it is topped with mashed potatoes. Often, people toss a few handfuls of cheese on top of the casserole to add protein and a cheesy tang. Our soup recipe takes its …
There are few things as cozy as sitting in front of a wood stove with a blanket around your shoulders and a cup of hot chocolate in your hands. Wood stoves are really popular and it’s easy to see why—they’re attractive and bring a fantastic atmosphere into the home. But just how do wood stoves …
If you love to make tasty treats for your family, it can sometimes be hard to make a decision about what to bake. Additionally, if you have opinionated family members who like different things, it can be difficult to figure out who to please. That is where kitchen creativity can come in. Recipes like this …
The headboard for your bed is probably something you haven’t thought about, until it’s time to buy or make one. When discussing bed or mattress sizes, headboards are often absent from the discussion. However, it is important to know headboard sizes. The most obvious reason is so that your headboard will fit your bed frame. …
Biscuits are wonderful quick breads that are quite popular in the Southern United States. They are often made of a simple white flour dough and feature plenty of butter and buttermilk. However, once you have mastered the basic biscuit recipe, there is no reason to stop there in your culinary adventures. What tastes more like …
Specifications: Sq. Ft.: 2,283 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Stories: 1 Garage: 2 Welcome to photos and footprint for a 3-bedroom modern single-story cottage. Here’s the floor plan: A beautiful blend of stucco and horizontal lap siding embellishes this 3-bedroom modern cottage. It includes a side-loading garage and a covered front porch topped with a large …
Specifications: Sq. Ft.: 3,680 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3.5 Stories: 1 Garage: 3 Welcome to photos and footprint for a single-story 3-bedroom hill country home. Here’s the floor plan: This single-story hill country home boasts a sprawling floor plan with an open concept layout designed for a wide lot. A covered front porch welcomes you into …
Michael Kittredge started making candles as a teenager and selling them to friends and family. One of his first products was a Christmas candle he made for his mother on the family stove out of his melted crayons and a wick from a shoelace. Within a few years, he had opened his first Yankee Candle …