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January 1, 2012

Why We All Love Duvets

Filed under: — Admin @ 11:15 pm

In times gone by, duvets were unheard of and our grandparents would sleep under sheets and blankets. “Making the beds” was part of the daily routine but for most of us those days are long gone as laying out a duvet over the bed takes seconds rather than the old process of tucking in sheets and blankets.

Duvets are also much easier to care for starting with the fact that you are dealing with a single item that replaces several i.e. sheet and blankets. By using a duvet cover, you protect your duvet so that it lasts longer and if you have a feather duvet, it also helps to protect the sleeper as sometimes feather quills can come through the duvet and the duvet cover provides an extra barrier to stop the sleeper being scratched.

Another great thing about a duvet cover is that it provides an excellent way of bringing a large amount of colour into a room and as it covers a relatively large area, is an excellent focal point for the decoration of your bedroom. If you feel like a change they are really easy to change quickly and as most duvet covers are made of cotton, they are very easy to wash and care for.

Duvets like duvet covers are generally easy to wash and care for as well. Many of them, especially those made of synthetic or manmade fibres are machine washable saving the expense of taking them to the dry cleaners. It’s normally a good idea to check whether the duvet is colour fast before putting it in with other items. You can do this by taking a piece of white cotton cloth and wetting it in warm soapy water and then running it along the seams of the duvet. If colour comes off then the duvet is not colour fast and should be washed separately from other items.

There is an enormous range o duvets to choose from and making a choice of which is the right one for you depends on several different factors. Some things to consider are: size, filling material (feather, down or synthetic), is the sleeper allergic to anything like dust mites, price and warmth. Duvet warmth is measured in Togs with the coolest starting at 1.5 Togs up to the warmest that may be as much as 15 togs. Most duvets sold in Europe range from between 4.5 to 9 Togs.

December 25, 2011

Dik Guerts Bora Console, woodburning stoves online, West Country Fires

Filed under: — Admin @ 11:30 pm

Bora Console

The Bora Console is available in Medium and Large. The Console has the look of a pedestal stove The silver pipe is custom made. Comes in an anthracite black finish and silver grey finish.

Please note that the dimensions given below reflect the size of the stove 'box' only and do not include flue pipe.

West Country Fires are online supplier for stoves and fireplaces, visit their site for more information about Bora Console stove:

http://www.westcountryfires.co.uk/dik-guerts-bora-console-p-790.html

December 23, 2011

Rugs versus carpets in the home

Filed under: — Admin @ 2:45 pm

Rugs and carpets are used for floor decoration, covering and care in the home. Though they perform similar functions in the home, rugs and carpets have some different features that make them distinct from each other. These features also come with different benefits.

Cleaning
Due to higher mobility of rugs, they are easier to cleaned and maintain. They are also easier to dry and give lesser room for growth of mildew and mould. Dust particles in a rug can easily be gotten rid of when taken outside and properly brushed.

Carpets due to their high level of immobility tend to capture in moisture and if they do not get adequate air to dry out, will give ample breeding ground for mould and mildew. They also have high tendency to trap in dust particles

Centre and area attraction and design
 Rugs are often made specially as centre piece attractions. They add aesthetic appeal to the room and are great decor pieces. They can also serve as focal point for a selected decor theme. Area rugs can be easily maintained and have greater mobility. They are cheaper to purchase but cannot be used for ugly floors because they only cover a portion of the floor

Carpets are more expensive than area rugs because they cover the entire floor. They are easy to clean but may be harder to clean along the edges unlike area and centre rugs. Carpets cannot be easily moved and cannot be used as centre piece attractions. Carpets work better for ugly floors than area rugs because they totally hide the flooring unlike area rugs which hides only a portion of the floor.

Installation
Rugs usually do not need any special or technical installation. They are easy to lay on the floor especially for DIYers.
Carpets on the other hand may require special skill and technical installation expertise to put in a space.

Design
Rugs are more versatile when it comes to designs and colours. They are stylish, creative and more vibrant. They add more colour and light to a room than carpets. Rugs can also be used as accent to a décor theme

Carpet usually come in solid and neutral colours and are more restricted in design and creativity, hence lower aesthetic appeal. Carpets cannot be used as accent in a theme. They are usually bland and are less vibrant due to low level of colour mix and experimentation

Budget
Rugs work nicely for small budgets because they do not need to cover the entire room. Rug selection can easily be tailored to fit into any budget be it large or small

Carpets on the other hand cost more to use as floor covering. This is because carpets are designed to cover the floor from wall to wall. This makes them more difficult to work with in small budgets.

Maintenance
Because carpet covers more ground, it takes more time to clean and maintain than area rugs.
Area rugs cover less, space, are smaller, mobile and can easily be rolled and taken to rug cleaners for adequate cleaning. This makes rug maintenance easier.

December 2, 2011

iHeater Reviews

Filed under: — Admin @ 3:16 am

 

Should You Believe the iHeater Reviews?

 

If you have been in the market for an alternative heating source for your home this winter and have stumbled across some of the iHeater reviews, then you might wonder if they are actually telling the truth about the iheater1500 and iheater 1000.

After all, it seems unlikely that such a small and affordable heater could heat an area of 1500 square feet, and do so while saving you money.

Does It Work?

 

When you first read the iHeater reviews, the first thing that you will notice is that this is a reputable, safe space heater. If you know anything about space heaters, then you know that they are responsible for a lot of house fires. So is it a good idea to put a space heater in your home, especially if you have children and pets?

 

The thing about the iHeater that makes it so unique is that not only does it have an anti-tip feature, but it will also turn off automatically if it does somehow tip over. This means that you and your family will be safe. It is also cool to the touch, so it is safe to be used around children and pets.

 

“I wanted a space heater but was worried about safety. This really worked for me.”

-          Peyton, NC

 

Where to Buy It?

 

If you are thinking that it would be silly to buy a space heater online because you would end up paying a fortune in shipping, then that is not the case with this product. The iHeater reviews all state that you can get this shipped to you the same day for free, which is only available if you order it online.

 

This also comes with a limited lifetime warranty, and a lifetime washable air filter, which means that it really should last you forever.

 

“I liked that it was safe to use around my children. I can’t always be in the room with them, so this is great.”

-          Ellie, SC

 

Money Savings

 

There are a few ways that you will save money with this product, not least of which is because it uses so much less energy than running your central heating would. Also, you can roll this heater from room to room, heating only the areas where you are sitting or sleeping, so you will save money there, too. A lot of the iHeater reviews claim that you will save hundreds of dollars each year on your energy bill by using this eco-friendly electric heater. Basically, at just one dollar a day, you can heat your whole house.
 

 

Specifications

 

You might think that in order to heat a room or a home that is 1500 square feet, you would need a huge heater, but this heater is remarkably small. Measuring in at just 14” x 11” x 15”, it is small enough and covered in a wood finish so that it will blend in with any room.

Ease of Use

 

One of the unique features that you will also read about the iHeater is that it comes with its own remote control, which means that you can sit anywhere in the room and set the temperature just how you would like it.

 

Overall, this is an incredibly safe and easy-to-use electric space heater, and one that will enable you to have a warmer and cozier home this winter. Because it doesn’t remove oxygen or humidity from the air, you won’t get dry skin or stuffy noses, and of course this is completely safe to be used around the kids and your pets, so it really is the answer to your heating problems

November 30, 2011

Wall-hung woodburning stove? Quality stoves and fireplaces online!

Filed under: — Admin @ 3:45 am

West Country Fires are stoves and fireplaces supplier online, they offer wide range of quality products, for example:

Lorca-f

The Lorca-f comes with 3-sided glass panels to offer an even greater view of the fire, so that the effective airwash system can be appreciated from all viewpoints. The double combustion system allows for an even cleaner burning fire.

It is also available in corner version and wall-hung version.

  • Heat Output Up To 11kw
  • 72% Efficiency
  • Clean Glass System
  • Double Combustion
  • 3 – sided panels/doors with Heat Resistant Glass to 750 deg c

November 26, 2011

Glasgow Storage Tips

Filed under: — Admin @ 6:00 pm

Some Glasgow Storage tips for households from Len Lothian U Store

A majority of households, especially those who are executives, are very particular about their living rooms because this exudes sophistication and class.
 
A living room, which is known as the parlor or drawing room where meetings usually take place, is considered as the main highlight of the house because this is where the finest and most expensive possessions of the homeowners are showcased and displayed.
 
This is why a great deal of organization tips is needed to make it as pleasing to the eyes as possible.
 
Storage Glasgow

 
A living room should be composed of ceiling that has two storey and adjacent to the dining room and to the foyer. This should also have an exquisite set of tall windows that come in classy design. The décors should come in symmetrical forms and the treatments in the windows or ceilings should involve fabrics that are opulent, trimmed, braided, or fringed.
 
But today, there can be variations when it comes to designing a living room. In fact, more and more people prefer living rooms that have lesser "formal look." This is done by retaining the basic elements like intricate and heavy fabrics and using window treatments that come in light shades and furniture pieces that are more comfortable.
 
Storage Glasgow

 
An Organized Living Room is Still The Best If you want to create a living room in your own abode, make sure that you familiarize yourself with the basics of designing one. Make sure that you know what the pieces of furniture to be used are and the kind of fabric that will match these furniture pieces. And since formal living rooms are all about symmetry of design, make sure that you know the proper placing of decors and other decorations to complete the space.
 
There are distinguishing factors may help you to achieve the formal living room that will match your taste, style, and preference. You can opt for a formal yet friendly living room that it contains elements of the traditional formal living room but with comfortable furniture pieces as well as color combinations that are bright through the use of vivid colors such as blue, red, and khaki. You may also want to highlight the positive side such as the decors and furniture pieces like the fireplace complemented with furnishings or draperies that come in rich and heavy trimmed fabrics.
 
Or you may also want to focus more on the color which is very important to achieve a beautiful formal living room. They should come in vivid colors to accentuate major furniture pieces. To make it more interesting and unique, try to intersect the colors to achieve an eye-catching effect.
 
Storage Glasgow

 
Some of organization tips that can help you create a simple yet wonderful living room may include placing the sofa where the fireplace and television are both viewed, placing a of chairs flanks that come in shades of green near the fireplace, putting an antique grandfather clock on one corner and a tall plant in one corner to balance it, putting a stepstool beside one of the chairs that will serves as a side table, placing a floor lamp beside the other chair to balance the stepstool, and putting at least two model ships to exude an intense statement on the mantel.

November 17, 2011

West Country Fires offers Bronpi stoves, trendy stoves for winter 2011

Filed under: — Admin @ 1:30 pm

Take a look at West Country Fires website, as online fires and stoves supplier they offer wide range of Bronpi stoves, for example, very popular one is Bronpi Cordoba Woodburning Stove:

This 8 kW stove comes with all the benefits of a Bronpi fire: airwash system, high efficiency and heat resistant glass. Yet it offers further versatility in providing a top oven complete with thermostat. Furthermore, the space beneath the stove can be used as a storage space for wood. Specification:

Width:   700mm

Height:   990mm

Depth:   459mm

Materials:   Cast Iron

Wall Mounting:   No

Hearth Mounting:   Yes

Performance:   Up to 8 kw

Stove Fuel Type:   Wood

LPG Gas Type:   No

Natural Gas Type:   No

Power Flue:   No

Precast Flue:   No

Prefabricated Flue:   Yes

Chimney Flue:   Yes

November 15, 2011

iHeater

Filed under: — Admin @ 2:30 pm

 

should you buy the iHeater?

Heating bills these days are out of control. What can we do? Should we just continue paying these high prices? or cut down the heat at our families expense?

I have another solution for you, it’s the iHeater. This compact heater can save you tons in heating bills, I know because I use it myself.

If you would like to save at least 30% to 50% off your heating bill and still stay warm all fall and winter then this is for you.

How does iHeater work?

Air is drawn into the iHeater with a very quiet fan and will not disrupt your sleep or daily activities.

The iHeater has a lifetime reusable filter passed over the PTC Quartz Infrared Heating Element where it is gently heated and transferred to the specially cured copper plates near the air outlet.

Then from the copper plates the Infrared heated air is transferred to the moisture molecules in the air. This is why you don’t get that dry air that stuff your nose at night.

The heating unit molecule to molecule evenly heating the objects in the area. The room heats evenly from wall to wall and floor to ceiling.

All heated air eventually rises but Infrared heat does it slowly and evenly with only a few degrees difference from floor to ceiling.

 

Is it safe to use?

The iHeater can be placed on or by any furniture and wall without the worry of a fire. The iHeater  reviews say that the iHeater 1500 and the other models are safe to the touch it does not release any energy into the air that will burn or harm anyone.

The iHeater is safe for children and pets so it can really go anywhere without worry. Infrared is the safest type of heat because it does not create carbon monoxide or harmful radiation. Infrared heat doesn’t get to a burning temperature.

 

So what do people have to say about it?

There are many different Iheater reviews posted on Amazon.com, and these reviews have been posted by real users who have tried it out.

The product has a three and a half star rating, so the reviews are generally positive in nature. Here are just a few of the things people have to say about it:

“This works great in my apartment. I live on the bottom of the building so the floor is often cold. This heater keeps the floor warm and I don’t even have to use the furnace. It works best in the larger area of the room. I highly recommend this to anyone.”

Joshua L. Holmes- amazon.com

 

“I’m still amazed at the performance of my efficient Iheater. I am so glad I bought one. It more than I expected. I highly recommend the Iheater for others.”

Blue Eagle-amazon.com

This little heater is very inexpensive for what it can do for you and will save you much more on your heating bills than you can imagine.

The iHeater infrared heater has been awarded the highest safety rating.

So never risk your families safety and at the same time cut your bills in half.

This little heater is only 26 pounds and is very portable and can be used anywhere  inside the house, basement or garage; it’s your choice.

I give this heater an A+ rating with its risk free money back guarantee. The iheater is the only heater with a limited life time warrant. This offer is not available in stores so get yours now while supplies last.

Buyers reviews

 

“I love this little heater. It works instantly, no warm up or anything. Turn it on and you’re heating. It takes up no space and it works great. It even has a remote so I can stay under the blankets!! Love it!!!”

Pookyfroglip -amazon.com

 

“This is a great heater! Great, great, great. It came quickly and was packaged well. It heats up our area and is lovely to look at. Nice wooden cabinet and easy controls. It is inexpensive to operate and warm…and this winter has been a cold one. I would buy this again in a heartbeat.”

Amber Christenson-amazon.com

The iheater its just awesome see for yourself.

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