2019

Three Reasons Why You Need Lumbar Support Truck Seats

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If you drive for an extended time, you are likely to get back pain. It is even worse for you if you are a size outside the norm. Skinny people or obese people, for instance, will experience soreness even after a short time driving. When working as a truck driver, you drive for very long hours. You need a seat that supports your back so that you do not have back pain.

3 December 2019

Benefits Of Frosted Glass Doors For Your New Home

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When building a new home, you'll have a myriad of decisions to make regarding flooring, paint colours, countertops and furniture. Amongst the numerous choices, it can be easy to neglect the doors. However, doors are the perfect way to incorporate beautiful accent pieces into the decor, and they're also crucial for privacy and light flow. Here are some advantages of one option—frosted glass doors.  Creates An Airy Aesthetic Glass doors create an open, airy feeling in a home by allowing light flow between rooms and from outside.

29 October 2019

3 Types of Waterproofing Solutions for Your Basement

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Homes with basements are susceptible to water damage. Damaged sewer lines, leaky water pipes and heavy rain are some of the common causes of basement water damage. To prevent water seepage into your basement, there are various basement waterproofing methods that you can use. Take a look at three of those techniques below. Exterior Basement Waterproofing  This type of basement waterproofing system is also referred to as positive side waterproofing, owing to the fact that it prevents surface water from entering your basement.

15 October 2019

3 Critical Areas of Concern in the Design of Pedestrian Facilities

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If current statistics are anything to go by, it would be right to conclude that the safety and convenience of walking have decreased considerably. Although total road deaths are decreasing, pedestrian deaths have seen a spike of 9.3% annually. This can mean that pedestrians are neglected by town planning, and the results of such inaction are precise. As civil engineers, designing and developing comfortable, safe and efficient pedestrian facilities should be at the core of any urban planning and civil works projects.

26 September 2019

How to use timber trusses in your new home

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If you are building a new home, then one of the earliest decisions you will need to make is what material you will use for the frame of the building. There are several choices available, but one of the most popular options is to use timber wall frames. If, alongside timber frames, trusses are also used, you have created a great style combination. Timber is a highly practical material that is strong and resilient while remaining beautiful to look at.

4 September 2019

Is Your Circuit Breaker In Immediate Need Of Electrical Repairs?

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You may be under the impression that your circuit breaker exclusively functions to cut power to overloading circuits. You should not underrate the importance of this appliance as a primary defence for your home when it comes to electrical fires and other forms of harm that could be posed by your electrical system. Thus, when the circuit breaker starts to show signs of progressive decline, it is imperative to seek electrical repairs immediately or you stand the chance of exposing you and your loved ones to extreme danger.

5 August 2019

Ways Industrial Construction Companies Can Upgrade Your Tiny Home Manufacturing Business

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When you own a small tiny home manufacturing business, you likely start off with a small building space. As your business grows, you will find that your space needs some upgrades. If this sounds like the situation you are currently in, you may want to consider using an industrial construction company. Here are some ways these types of construction companies can help your business grow. Manufacturing Lines One of the key ways industrial construction companies can help upgrade your tiny home manufacturing business is through manufacturing lines.

15 July 2019

How to Transform Your Awkward Bedroom by Installing a Built-In Wardrobe

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Unless you can afford the luxury of building a custom designed home from scratch, you will have to make do with whatever you buy. Most of the time, this is perfectly fine, but you occasionally have to deal with a bedroom that has a less than optimal shape. It may have some awkward corners that you can't do anything with, or you may have to squeeze past the bed to get at your ordinary wardrobe.

27 June 2019

Two Useful Tips to Building a Custom, Eco-Conscious House

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The impact of climate change is being felt the world over. You may think that there is no difference you can make since there are billions of people in the world, but the truth is that even the smallest changes in your day-to-day living can make a change to the environment. One of the best ways to do this is by construction an eco-conscious home. The great thing about custom home builders is that they can guide you through eco-friendly home design, which will go a long way in ensuring your house conserves energy.

15 May 2019

Factors to Consider when Buying Pressure Relief Valves

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If you use compressors in your workplace, then you understand that the highly pressurized containers are a safety hazard if not handled properly. It is because a difference in pressure on the inside and the outside of the compressor causes air to expand on one side. If the pressure difference is not controlled, then the compressor will explode. It is for this reason that you must choose the right pressure relief valve for your compressor.

15 May 2019