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301. When Can a Pest Control for Ants Be Long Term July 10, 2015 Ants can be nice as pets when they stay in their farm, but when they take over your living space it’s time to seek a remedy that will rid your home of them. Besides being a nuisance, ants contaminate food, build unsightly mounds on our property, and cause structural damage by hollowing out wood for nesting. Species such as fire ants inflict painful stings, which can be life-threatening to hypersensitive individuals. Ants build their nests in many different locations both inside and outside of buildings. Species nesting inside, or foraging indoors for food or moisture, tend to be the most ... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

302. Rainbow Colours July 10, 2015 Grey clouds, overcast skies and heavy rains translate into more time at home. But often interiors exude a gloomy look-feel. So, let’s add pizzazz and ratchet up that cheery vibe so that you can enjoy the magicof the monsoons… Mirror image To truly reflect the outdoors inside, use blues, greens and indigos. To further add dynamism pops of lime yellow, fuchsia pink, burnt orange and even B&W (when used judiciously) can enliven the overall palette. Small floral and leafy motifs depicting the season’s blooms in greens, yellows and whites are a good option; but if you want a traditional look ... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

303. Pet Stains Removal Can Be Effective When Carpet Cleaning With Vinegar July 09, 2015 In your quest to use natural products that are safe for your pets, the environment, and your family, you may have considered getting out pet stains with vinegar. Is this an effective carpet cleaning solution? Read on and understand more Vinegar is an effective cleaner to use in the removal of pet stains, but it is still important to treat the stain as soon as possible. The longer you let it sit, the more likely it is to set. You want to avoid this if at all possible because a set stain is much more difficult to get out and may take several treatments which will require more of your time a... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

304. Set Stains and Old Ones Can Be Removed by Carpet Cleaning the Natural Way July 09, 2015 Although the word "stain" suggests that the mark is permanent, it is possible to remove set stains in some cases by learning how to remove old stains from carpets. In other cases, even when it is not possible to restore your carpet to its full glory, you can still improve the carpet's appearance by taking some steps to remove set-in dirt and stains. Knowing how to remove old stains from carpeting can be important for those who want to get their carpets in tiptop shape. While it is always better to clean the carpet when something spills before it leaves a stain, sometimes this is not alway... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

305. Working Out the Carpet Cleaning of Oil Stains July 06, 2015 Getting rid of oily stains is a serious matter. These are the most stubborn enemy you will find in your fight against carpet cleaning. The problem is that regular cleaning detergents can’t remove them. However, a de-greaser product can be used here, but you must make sure that your carpet is color fast and is in some dark color. After the treatment, you can clear it with warm water and leave it for drying. Yes, everybody wants to look their best in every aspect possible, but it is best if you don’t throw away your grease stained goods, as grease stains can be lifted out very quickly if yo... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

306. Green Culture begins at Home June 25, 2015 Ar. Ashish Bhuvan, sustainable design expert of IdeinLab Architects, helps augment the roots of ‘green culture’, through his design of a stunningly self-sustaining home in Bengaluru, which stands independent of its energy and water needs from civil utilities. A 4000 sq. ft. home, built on a 2400 sq. ft. plot, the project is born out of the client’s unflinching passion for an ‘easy-on-the-earth’ home. And the architect realizes this objective by incorporating the three R’s – Reduce, Recycle and Reuse – as the common thread, running across all its elements. Right from the basic buildi... (read more) Author: Anuradha K. R.

307. Green Cleaning for Your Home or Business June 23, 2015 Green cleaning is the wave of the future, as much as consuming organic foods or buying an eco-friendly car are. Along with green cleaning products, environmentally conscious cleaning methods can help the planet. Replacing your conventional household cleaning supplies with green products will benefit your family’s health as well as the environment. Traditional Cleaning Products Contain Toxins Regular household cleaners can make your home sparkle and give it a pleasant, lemon-fresh scent, but at what price? Most commonly used cleaning products are riddled with toxic ingredients. Using th... (read more) Author: Jen Stott

308. Natural Remedy for Carpet Cleaning Pet Wastes June 23, 2015 They bring us so much joy don’t they? But what happens when an accident occurs? You know what I mean, your puppy is potty training and pees on the carpet or your cat is getting old and misses the kitty litter. How do you get rid of dog and cat urine odors the all natural way? It's that time of year again. It's time to spring clean, which means dusting every nook and cranny, scrubbing harder than you have for the past 365 days, and that includes getting down and dirty with stains your pet may have left on your carpet. Sure you may "treat" the stains when they first happen, but even ... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

309. A Handy List of Recyclables June 22, 2015 Recyclables, or materials that can be re-used for many other purposes, are more common than you might think. You might assume that only tin cans and glass bottles can be recycled, but there's so much more that can be re-used. Many companies can take raw materials or finished products and convert them into re-usable substances, which are then put back into use by various homes, businesses, and industries. The Benefits For example, demolition site recycling in Tampa can take the apparent junk and destruction that is left at demolition site and convert most of the rubble into re-usable... (read more) Author: Cleo Gib

310. Add the Right Personality to a Yard with Exclusive Water Features In Melbourne June 22, 2015 A garden is intended in being the best spot where family members, friends and kids can relax and enjoy surrounded by Mother Nature’s true beauty. The scenic and serene foliage, the chirping of birds, the sweet smelling breeze in the morning and the wonderful hues of the beautiful blossoms come together to form a balanced environment. But despite this, a garden will remain incomplete and partial without a finely structured and exquisite water feature. Water features make a striking addition be it to a workplace or a home. Having a perfectly landscaped and beautiful garden is definitely the desi... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

311. Enrich a Garden's Pristine Setting with Pots, Plants and Egyptian Statues in Melbourne June 20, 2015 Gardening has turned into a popular hobby in Melbourne. It is an enjoyable and healthy way of enhancing an environment and also acquiring some exercise. But it is quite difficult in getting anything in the garden completed with effectiveness especially if the gardener does not invest proper time to plan their gardening materials and equipment. The right equipment such as pots, plants and garden statues will allow for flexibility and creativity while designing a garden which fits the specific requirements of their home. 3 best garden equipment that every gardener should have • Terra... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

312. The Importance of Municipal Waste-water Effluent Treatment June 19, 2015 Waste-water effluent treatment is vital to protect the health of the environment, the humans and animals in the region. When municipal waste-water enters a treatment facility and undergoes contaminant removal, the resulting product intended for discharge is known as effluent. It is critical that this effluent water be environmentally safe and fit for disposal. Why Is Effluent Treatment Necessary? Municipal waste-water contains reams of harmful bacteria, along with a mixture of fats, oils and grease that must be treated before coming into contact with the outside world to pr... (read more) Author: Jen Stott

313. Soil Suppliers Bittern - A Few Tips to Pick the Right Soil for Gardening June 19, 2015 Gardening is perhaps one of the oldest hobbies and leisure activities in the world. As a gardening enthusiast you wouldn’t trade this hobby with anything else in the world. It not only gives you pleasure but is also one of the best forms of exercise. Whether you have potted indoor plants or have a large garden outdoor,soil selection is critical to plant health as they draw maximum nutrients from the soil. Different types of plants need different soil consistency, nutrient retention and different amounts of drainage and hence you need to choose the right type of soil for your plant. This is whe... (read more) Author: John Statham

314. Best Practices for Cleaning Up Construction Sites June 18, 2015 Construction site safety involves clean-up of the construction site. This involves safe disposal of hazardous material. Construction projects can impact the surrounding environment and therefore it is important to dispose of debris and liquid waste according to best practices. Dumping your building material on public property like roads is not a very good practice as you will have to clean up that site too. Some constructions sites have old buildings on them that need to be demolished prior to reconstruction. The ecology demands that all waste material must be assessed for dangerous waste befo... (read more) Author: Rich Ahlgren

315. Finding The Best Asiatic lilies June 17, 2015 Asiatic lily is certainly one of typically the most popular flowering crops. The lily creates showy flowers that range in a variety of shades. The color ranges from red, white and brilliant colors of lemon. The flower flowers in the late springtime time to the summer season that is first. An extremely warm sunshine can harm the blossom, although the Asiatic lilies necessitate thesunny climate to survive. The blooming of a flower is mainly inhibited in the shady areas. The earth has to be stored cool and avoid direct sunlight as the blooming of the grow could affect. With appropriate care, we a... (read more) Author: Boyd Rankin

316. How to Use Garden Blowers for Safe and Courteous Use? June 16, 2015 Gardens represent the natural surroundings of your property by extending your living space. Trees and plants are your own effort to bring nature to come close to you, to heal and to create calm and relax atmosphere. The task of maintaining this natural surrounding is enormous, but if one is passionate about gardening and knows the right tool to execute the job, any challenge can be a child’s play. For a small garden with lots of bushes and shrubs, garden blowers in Frankston are a good choice. Why do you use garden blowers? Garden blowers were first introduced in 1970s, and subseque... (read more) Author: John Statham

317. Tips for Winter Chainsaw Maintenance June 16, 2015 Maintaining a big garden is a challenge, especially in the time when weather is harsh and detrimental to the growth of plants and trees. With the onset of winters things have turned out to be a little difficult to not only to maintain your garden but also your gardening tools and equipment. There are variety of tools such leaf blower, brush cutter repairs in Frankston, pressure cleaner and others, but it is a real challenge for winter chainsaw operation. If you maintain it in a right way, it will give you top performance even in the face of terrible freezing temperature. Personal Protecti... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

318. Chainsaw Repairs in Berwick by Experienced Professionals June 16, 2015 If you are a gardener then you are quite aware of the things one can do using a chain saw, however; even those who deal with wood (carpenters) need to handle chainsaws on a regular basis. If you are gardener or if you own a little patch of green in your back yard, but are unable to use your chainsaw for tree felling, pruning, bucking, cutting fire wood etc, because it has stopped functioning efficiently due to some reason, then don’t lose heart; you have ended up in the right place. If you are a resident in Berwick, then you will find a shop that repairs chainsaw and other gardening equ... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

319. Types of Shrubs and Trees to Grow Hedgerow Using Hedge Trimmers in Berwick June 16, 2015 When it comes to hedge or a hedgerow (the line of closely knit shrubs or trees that are grown to act as barriers or boundaries in the garden or yard) one has to learn that though the task of growing a hedge is simple enough, it still needs a lot of care and patience. Don’t worry it is not as complicated as a topiary; however it is something you should care for in order for it to grow and flourish fully. There are a vast range of shrubs and trees that can be used for hedging; some of the shrubs and trees used are blackthorn, hawthorn, hazel, oak, willow, beech, ash, holly etc. Some of the... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

320. New Research on Human Nature Urges Immediate Universal Affirmation of The Right to Be Creative June 13, 2015 “Seven billion ‘locked treasure chests’ are a terrible waste the world can no longer afford, ignore, or condone.” Creativity: Revealing the Truth about Human Nature kick-starts the campaign to reverse the colossal loss and waste of human potential. Blacksburg, VA, June 12, 2015 - A rare compendium and synthesis of creativity wit and wisdom brings humanity face-to-face with its innermost, but historically overlooked essence. Entitled Creativity: Revealing the Truth about Human Nature, the compendium uncovers “the life-force within every individual that is constantly pressing to be develope... (read more) Author: John Paul

321. A clean city-green city is possible by installing sewage treatment plan June 08, 2015 A Sewage treatment plant is the need of the day today. With a capability of converting the waste into 95 percent clean water, it effectively contributes to a clean and healthy environment. Electric based sewage treatment plant These systems have a packaged unit that has an electrical circuit for operating the system. There are multiple models with varying needs of electricity requirement because their treatment methods are different. Solar-powered model is also there, which is an environment-friendly option. Typically, electricity consumption varies from 35 Wt per hour to 150 Wt per ... (read more) Author: John Edward

322. Participatory Design June 05, 2015 Megha Patel-Vadodaria and Keyur Vadodaria of PVDRS (Patel Vadodaria Design Research Studio), Ahmedabad tastefully design the interiors and landscape of a farmhouse and its poolside, harmonizing a single environment to multiple uses... The farmhouse, designed by the architects of KBG Development stands amidst one of the greenest 18-hole Nicklaus Design golf courses in India. Creating a multitude of spatial experiences is the challenge the designers have lived up to, considering the fact that the farmhouse is home to a large and diverse group, comprising three generations. Exploiting ... (read more) Author: Anuradha K. R.

323. Zoku - the new concept in hotel design June 04, 2015 Compiled by Pari Syal Photography: Ewout Huibers for concrete & zoku The new generation of business travellers like to mix work and play. Zoku by architectural firm concrete is a novel solution to the emerging set of next-gen demands... The first Zoku will open in Amsterdam in Q4 of 2015. Bookings open in July’15. With 133 rooms or Zoku Lofts, each spanning 2 sizes – 5.1m x 5.1m and 3.6m x 7.2m – the focus of the typical hotel room shifts from the sleeping area to the work area, where a working table for four takes centrestage. A room at Zoku is much more than just a hotel roo... (read more) Author: Pari Syal

324. A Sustainable Core June 02, 2015 Delhi-based architectural and interior design firm 42mm Architecture designs and builds an office for Crystal Crop - an agrochemical manufacturer - using basic crisp forms created out of natural raw materials to achieve an earthy yet sophisticated aesthetic… The inspiration to opt for a completely green built form stemmed from the fact that the company is firmly rooted in agriculture and allied industries and the client’s brief also emphasized showcasing the fundamental essence of the company. Located on Ring Road, near Wazirpur in Delhi, the building has been acoustically treated t... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

325. Tubular Steel amidst Victorian Architecture May 30, 2015 The new meandering steel structure by Zaha Hadid Architects that connects the disparate buildings within the Oxford University campus is a modern yet sensitive approach to reflect the historic structures and their surrounds... The new Investcorp Building for the Middle East Centre defines a series of spaces for the centre’s renowned archive, library and seminar programmes; expanding its commitment as a vital forum of research, understanding and open debate. It not only provides 1,127 square metres of additional floor space and a new 117-seat lecture theatre, but doubles the space availab... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

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