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Installing some more light

Our house gets so gloomy in winter. It has lovely high ceilings but relatively small windows, so we are looking to supplement the light in the house with not only more artificial lighting but with improving the natural light with frosted windows and skylights. My plan is to turn this house from drab to fab, and I hope you will enjoy reading along. Some of the projects are DIY, but others might require the help of your friendly local contractor. This blog should be helpful for anyone with an older home who is looking for ways to make it feel more light and modern.

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Is Vinyl Cladding Right for your Business?

Posted on 10 February 2023

You may have seen vinyl cladding on commercial buildings and wondered if it would be a good fit for your business. This blog post looks at some of the benefits of vinyl cladding systems so that you can decide if it's the right choice for you. What is Vinyl Cladding? Vinyl cladding is a type of exterior siding that is made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride) resin. It is a popular choice for commercial buildings because it is low maintenance, durable and weather resistant. [Read More]

Should You Replace the Seals Yourself on a Commercial Fridge?

Posted on 8 November 2022

When you rely on a number of refrigerators in a commercial environment, you must be very careful to ensure that they are working perfectly. After all, the consequences of spoiled food can be significant here, not like in your fridge at home, where you can simply throw out any spoiled milk. So, why do you need to pay close attention to one component in particular, and what action should you take if you discover an issue? [Read More]

3 Reasons Why You Should Have An Engineer Overseeing Your Mine

Posted on 26 August 2022

Engineers in mining have the training and expertise to support mines. The engineer performs roles like designing the mine, creating and estimating the cost and benefit of the project and assisting in selecting mining tools. You can hire an engineer as a full-time employee or a contractor, depending on the scope of your project. Here are the top four reasons to have a mining engineer working on your site.  Planning And Designing The Project [Read More]

Does your home have enough insulation?

Posted on 24 June 2022

Maintaining your home at a comfortable temperature is important. No one wants to spend their days shivering or sweating. You might try constantly running the heating or air conditioning to keep the room temperature at the right level, but this can be expensive over time. The real problem is not that the room cannot reach the right temperature, but that there is constant heat exchange between the inside and the outside of your home. [Read More]