Finding a vacation rental in Hilton Head can be as easy as sitting down behind your computer and reading the words right in front of your nose. I’m talking about word of mouth and communicating with people via travel forums to get recommendations not only on specific vacation rentals to use, but management companies that [...]
If your roof was leaking you would get it fixed right away. However, most homes today have serious leaks in other areas of their home that their owners ignore. Most homes are leaking, no gushing, energy out of their inefficient windows. If you put your hand near a window in winter, not touching it but [...]
Mold is almost certain to be an issue after a residence has endured water damage. This is one of the most hazardous problems that have to be managed after a flood. Mold can be hazardous to our wellbeing. It is filled with displeasing and just plain unsafe microorganisms. Do not go near mold or try [...]
You may think that when you are decorating a room with no windows you don’t need to think about window treatments. Actually, clever use of shutters and blinds can create the illusion of a window and make a dark room more inviting. The Psychology of Windows We are creatures of Nature and we yearn to [...]
Selecting window treatments means carefully balancing form and function. You want window shades that compliment your decor yet offer the privacy, energy efficiency, and light control that you need. Sometimes that balance can be frustrating as you have to sacrifice one or the other to find a compromise. This is particularly true when balancing privacy [...]
For a very long time now and even in the early days, people knew that we needed some kind of fire safety alarm to warn us when there is a fire and to get everyone out or away from a burning building. The first fire alarms ever built were made to be worked by hand. [...]
Just because the sun is up at 5 am doesn’t mean you want to be. Even if the light streaming in at sunrise doesn’t wake you, it lifts you to a lighter and less restful of sleep. The problem is even worse for night workers who sleep all day. Although bedrooms are the most common [...]
Your room doesn’t have to have an Oriental decor to benefit from the exquisite and delicate beauty of bamboo window shades. They add an exotic touch to any room and have many advantages over other window treatments. Bamboo blinds are commonly used in outdoor areas such as patios. They filter the light without blocking it [...]
Did you know that in the summer months, and especially in August, it is the high time of the year for lightning? It is said that in the summer there has been more insurance claims on the damage of lightning striking your home than in any other time of the year. Insurance on lightning may [...]
Room decor requires balance between form and function. Window blinds block light, save energy, and protect privacy. If that’s all you needed you could nail boards over your windows. Instead you want window shades that are functional and reflect your personal style. The problem is that many people have trouble defining their personal styles. Draw [...]
