Honeywell is a manufacturer of control systems for heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Honeywell's Chronotherm is a programmable computer control for heaters. It automatically calculates when the heat should come on to get the home at exactly the temperature you want, when you
Are you trying to control traffic or protect certain areas with bollards? Do you think they look kind of ugly? Read on to find out all about decorative bollards -- which are outright attractive.
Termites can cause thousands of dollars of damage to your home, so it is important to keep those bugs away and kill them if you discover an infestation. Termite colonies can contain anywhere from tens of thousands to millions of insects. Even with the concern that comes with all of that, many homeow
Airsoft guns have moved out from the kids' toys genre to the elitist stratum of the hobbyist and the collector. With the introduction of newer features, designs, changes and replica modeling, these guns have become immensely popular. Various guns, both contemporary and old, especially those of
A pelmet is a decorative box used to house curtains. When a pelmet is placed at the head of a bed it is often designed to look like a crown or miniature canopy. This allows the pelmet to create a focal-point drape location so that drapes flow behind and to the sides of the bed. The pelmet adds heigh
Smoke detectors are one of the most utilitarian inventions in the world. They are the most essential fire safety equipment for homes as they are designed to protect homes from fires.
This article describes security systems for the family home. Benefits of installation are discussed, along with suggestions for additional features that may be required by certain individuals.
Fire extinguishers contain gasses and other materials pressurized in order to expel quickly in the event of a fire. Because of the pressurized contents, fire extinguishers can explode causing injury or property damage if thrown into the regular garbage and eventually smashed or crushed. Some fire ex
A trendy look in shower curtains today is fabric plus a swath of clear or frosted vinyl at eye level. If you have admired this design and wish to create your own two-piece shower curtain, the process is a little more time-consuming than making one from a single piece of fabric, but not difficult. Co
Duct-mounted smoke detectors stop the HVAC system from feeding air to a fire because it turns the system it monitors off if it senses smoke in the duct. This can be helpful and life-saving in the event of a fire. Turning the HVAC system off in an emergency situation prevents recirculating contaminat
When comparing one home security system with another, the best approach to take is to know what questions to ask. In other words, you want to compare apples and apples, not apples and oranges. So you want to know what is in each of the systems so that you can gauge the value of each system compared
Installing a shower curtain is an easy and inexpensive way to decorate your bathroom. Shower curtains come in a variety of colors, patterns and fabrics. You can also add to your bathroom décor by choosing curtain rings in different colors and materials to match your curtain. Including a line
Do you know someone who has recently been a victim of burglary or home robbery? Perhaps even you yourself were the victim. Hempstead NY is just like any other city in America: it is no ...
When Spring arrives and the weather begins to get warmer, many of us can't wait to start spending more time outdoors tending the garden and doing DIY work.While we should certainly celebrate
For most households, the vast majority of water is used indoors. We seldom appreciate how plentiful and easy to obtain water is. All we have do is turn on a faucet and there it is. But, think again, as water just does not magically appear. Treated water is a carefully manufactured product that appea
Carpets can become matted over time, especially in high-traffic areas where the steady weight of bodies pushes down on the carpet fibers. The weight of furniture can severely mat a carpet, which tends to be difficult to remove. Fortunately, you may be able to re-fluff or revive your matted carpet so
Homeowners should be able to make minor repairs themselves.Measurement image by PhotoMan from Fotolia.comHaving the ability to perform basic duties for the family is much simpler than most people imagine. Becoming a basic handyman does not mean you have to be a technical expert. It means...
Native people in the U.S. Southwest used the earth to fashion durable structures that were also comfortable for people to inhabit. The building techniques have changed little during the past three centuries. Some of these historic houses still stand today and are maintained using the same materials
It is a fact that a fire accident can cause deaths, serious physical injuries and damage to the buildings. The level of risk is same in all areas such as residential and commercial properties. All big fire mishaps result in disastrous situations. In order to avert such happenings, fire protection sy
If we ever look around ourselves we will notice that there are so many professions that are so important for the wellbeing of humans yet we overlook them because we don't really come in contact ...
