A team at Cornell University is aiming to revolutionize recycling by changing the chemical makeup of plastic. Geoffery Coates, professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and his team worked with a group from the University of Minnesota to create a new polymer, which essentially leads to a tougher, more sustainable material. Of the 78 million tons of plastic used for […]
Creative Flooring Options Carpet, Ceramic Tile, and Carpet
Are you in the process of renovating your home? If so, you’re probably in the process of exploring several options for each room’s flooring. While some people may choose hardwood floors for their dining room, living room, and bedrooms, others prefer to have carpeting. Ceramic tile continues to be a popular choice in bathrooms, kitchens, entryways, and sun rooms. A […]
How Basic Repairs Can Add Value to Your Home
Sometimes children see things most clearly. A child’s drawing of a house shows the important things: roof, walls, windows and doors. All of these create shelter and safety, making the home a secure place for the family. Homeowners make the same discovery, and find that keeping the roof and siding for homes in good condition can help prevent problems and […]
The Right Pool Cleaning and Repair Services for the Perfect Summer Vacation
Everyone loves a nice, refreshing dip in a clean and welcoming pool on a hot summer day. If you are fortunate enough to have your own personal swimming pool, you know just how wonderful the feeling can be. Without having to drive across town to the beach or local pool, and avoiding crowds and excessive sand, you can catch a […]
How To Save Money On Your HVAC System And Energy Bill This Winter
There is no time like the present to check on your AC heating and cooling unit. You might think that it is functioning just fine, but have you checked on the AC furnace parts or the AC factory outlet? Do you even know what those things are? If you are scratching your head right now, you are not alone, and […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Radon and Residential Radon Testing
When did you last have your home tested for radon? Maybe you’ve never had it tested, or maybe you’ve never even heard of radon at all. For the health and safety of you and your family, read the following frequently asked questions about radon and have your home tested as soon as possible. What is radon? Radon is a colorless, […]
Compressed Air System DesignThe Best in Cost Effectiveness
Compressed air systems are used by most, approximately 70%, of all manufacturing plants. The assemblage of the compressed air piping design system in any plant is imperative to the overall operation of the manufacturing within those walls. When determining the demand of the system itself, a flow meter is generally used. The reason for this is because air demand will […]
Finding the Perfect Kitchen and Entertainment Cabinets for Your Home
You have the perfect idea for how you want your home to look. Sometimes the dream home that is envisioned from a young age is not always the one that you end up with, at least for your first home. But that doesn’t mean that your current home cannot be transformed to something closer to your ideal. Remodeling a home […]
Contemporary Italian SofasComfort and Beauty
Contemporary italian sofas are basically made of a fabric devoid of design, providing a flat surface, usually surrounded by a chrome type of metal structuring, sometimes in a tubular fashion, that will provide a smooth flow with clear cut edging. Italian contemporary furniture is not too different from any other furniture of a contemporary style, the difference being that modern […]