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- Самомоднейшие легкие стулы - посадочные места которые комфортабельны но охлаждают!
- Высокий уровень безопасности для малышей во время Mealtimes
- Как построить Sawhorses золота DIY
- Наш ReadyMade проект 100: Sawhorses золота DIY
- Бесплатная раздача праздника: Пачка инструмента мастера
- Архитектурноакустическая свежесть с конструкцией портера Алекс Scott
- Большой подарок Кристмас давая идеи
| Выбирающ естественную каменную плитку - гранит, мрамор, травертин, больше Posted: 09 Dec 2010 09:00 AM PST 
And second, natural stone fits in seamlessly with modern design. This is a contradiction that you can really appreciate, proving that sometimes it’s the materials we’ve counted on all along that make the most sense in the spaces which are the most important to us. But, it should be noted that not all natural stone can be treated in exactly the same way. Within that subset of material, there is vast variation to be considered. So, with this in mind, I’ve gathered some information around 6 types of natural stone commonly used in residential settings, most notably in places like kitchens and bathrooms. These are areas that are typified by concentrated foot traffic, moisture, and (at times) falling objects, too. So, with these common factors in mind, take a look at some of the origins, appearances, uses, advantages, and challenges of each.
Granite Appearance: The color range of granite is incredibly varied, from absolute black to white leopard, to golden yellow, and beyond. Indeed, granite offers subtle blues, greens, and grays that are commonly popular selections for all kinds of surfaces in residential and commercial settings. Thanks to high quartz content in all granite, the speckle patterns makes granite in general a distinctive stone type. Effects: Granite tile is known for its no-nonsense, professional air. As such, it’s been used in hallways and foyers all over the world as flooring and as wall cladding to make a good first impression in commercial towers and hotels. It also creates a look of elegance in residential settings, too. How to use granite: Floor tile, wall cladding, backsplashes, tile-based countertops, bathroom vanities, cutting boards, coasters. Advantages: high-end professional look, supreme hardness Challenges: Granite is very hard, so it’s difficult to cut without experience and the right equipment. You may have to get special tools to cut it, or (better yet) get a professional if you plan on-site cutting. It’s also pretty heavy, which is another reason to get professional advice, and to make room in your budget for a professional installation.
Slate Appearance: Slate tile is of varying surface thickness, which is why it is so slip resistant and appealingly contoured. It’s generally calibrated (has a flat backing) and squared (the edges are at right angles), which makes it relatively straight-forward to install as natural stone tile goes. You have a number of finishes to choose from with slate, from a flat finish to a high sheen finish for that classic ‘wet’ look. Color variation in slate is a big theme you’ll notice, even from batch to batch. But, you can work this to your advantage when it comes time to creatively lay out each tile. Effects: Slate tile is used extensively as an interior flooring surface all over the house, with a rustic, casual, and welcoming effect. How to use slate: Flooring, wall cladding, patios and pool surrounds (temperate climates only). Advantages: Natural slip-resistance, wide color range even in the same batch. Challenges: Slate is heavy, so be careful if heavy lifting is a problem. Also, be sure to ask your vendor about exterior use of slate tile in relation to your specific climate. Slate won’t thrive in certain climates.
Marble Appearance: Marble is smooth, characterised by distinctive veins of color due to the variety of the materials that went into its formation. These vein patterns have a sort of appealing “liquid” appearance, which makes sense seeing how they were formed. Marble is known to have an artistic beauty, favoured by those with a similar artistic flair. Effects: Once again, marble has a certain association with artistry, especially of the Renaissance. After all, not only is it a trusted building material, it’s also used as a go-to material for sculpture too. In actuality, marble has been used in the architecture of many cultures beyond the Renaissance, including Ancient Greece and Rome, to India, and to the Aztec civilization in Pre-colonial Mexico. This gives marble a sort of pan-cultural and timeless quality in your space. How to use marble: floor tile, countertop surfaces, vanities, wall cladding, backsplashes, hearths and mantlepieces Advantages: veining patterns in marble make every installation unique, supreme smoothness, excellent color selection. Challenges: Marble can be vulnerable to acidic liquids common to kitchens, like fruit juice and red wine. Even if you are diligent about sealing it, it’s a good idea to be extra-vigilant about spills to avoid staining.
Travertine Appearance: When travertine is formed, the escaping gases caused by water vapor create tiny ‘pores’ in the stone. By the time it’s solid, the pores remain. This gives travertine its distinct character, along with its creamy to chocolaty color range. Often, travertine is ‘honed and filled’ for those who love the color range travertine offers, but want to get a more refined look without its distinctive pores. Some choose to go the other way, and invest in tumbled or brushed travertine, which renders a wind-worn, ancient look. Effects: Travertine tile is used indoors and out, depending on climate, often times to get the look of the Ancient World – the Middle-East, Rome, Ancient Greece. This is where travertine had it’s heyday as a primary building material. And the imperial presence of travertine remains undeniable even today. How To Use Travertine: flooring, countertops, cladding, coasters, pool surrounds, patio pavers, sinks, moldings and other accessories. Advantages: A second-to-none surface when a certain warm, inviting effect is what you want. The subtle shade spectrum travertine offers makes it pretty trend-proof. Challenges: Much like marble, spills should be seen to right away to avoid stains.
Limestone Appearance: Similar to marble, without the consistent vein patterning, limestone remains to be distinctive. Limestone is also similar to travertine of course (they’re family!) but isn’t typified by a porous body, and tending to have a wider range of natural colors available for you to consider. Effects: Limestone was used by the Ancient Egyptians to build the Great Pyramids. As such, limestone is also distinguished, and associated with the founding of civilization. How to use limestone: flooring, wall cladding, pavers Advantages: A natural stone that shares similar characteristics with marble and travertine, and with a wide range of colors, yet with similar classical subtlety. Challenges: See travertine.
Sandstone Appearance: Sandstone tile provides you with an even surface. Depending on how it’s cut, sandstone often features striated patterns with wide color choices. The colors are typified inan earthy range of browns, gold, beige, and burnt sienna, along with natural or ‘wet’ finishes to accompany them. Effects: Much like the other types of stone listed here, sandstone evokes the spirit of another age, while also fitting in well with modern design. It can be subdued, or vibrant, depending on your taste. In this, sandstone is extremely versatile, visually speaking. How to use sandstone: Floor tile, wall tile, pavers Advantages: Very durable, hypoallergenic, decorative or subdued depending on taste Challenges: Like all natural stone, sandstone needs to be sealed. But, it’s quite susceptible to acidic materials. Watch for spills.
♦♦♦ So, there you have it; 6 examples of popular choices in natural stone surfaces. Beyond the specifics you’ve read here, there are three common points to hit on which are relevant to natural stone in general. First, with all of the above, you should absolutely expect there to be color variations. These are natural surfaces, and the colors and patterns are the result of random occurrences as the stone is formed. Don’t look on this as a drawback, though. It’s a strength; you get a unique layout every time! Second, all natural stone surfaces need to be sealed, without exception. This is important for a number of reasons having to do with moisture. Sealing your natural stone surface will help to guard it against staining. It will also minimize cracking and splitting, particularly when you’re installing your natural stone outside where it will be exposed to the elements. Seek advice about how often to seal your stone, and which products make the most sense for your choice of material. Third, when installing natural stone outside, have a talk with your vendor about how suitable your choice is according to your climate. As mentioned earlier, not all natural stone will thrive in outdoor conditions where extreme weather conditions are the norm. Get a good discussion going with your vendor about the details specific to your situation, and get a good understanding about what your warranty will cover with regard to exterior installations. In any case, enjoy your natural stone surfaces! Choosing Natural Stone Tile – Granite, Marble, Travertine, More is a post from: BuildDirect. We cover a variety of home improvement products including laminate flooring, hardwood floors, bamboo flooring, tile, decking and more. We also offer a wide range of info on interior design, housing trends, home how to, green building and living, and more. Related posts: |
| Самомоднейшие легкие стулы - посадочные места которые комфортабельны но охлаждают! Posted: 09 Dec 2010 04:00 AM PST If your home is your castle, then the easy chair is most certainly your throne and your most important piece of furniture. But today’s easy chair must not only be cozy and comfortable, it must also look stylish, luxurious and dare we say, a tad sexy. Of course, getting a great easy chair could end up being quite the investment, but if you’re doing a modern remodeling of your home, the perfect modern easy chair will pay for itself after just a few moments of relaxation and just looking plain fabulous. Here are some interior design tips to help you make the right easy chair choice:
Now here are some great easy chair choices we think your body (and eyes) will approve of: We think this plush oversized lounge chair designed by Nico Klaeber has it all – comfort and style sensibilities, making it a must-have for the modern home.
We think the Parabolica rotating chair is an interesting design option and will certainly make a unique statement in your modern living room.  The Parabolica rotating chair. Source: Leolux The quirky Gisa revolving armchair from Leolux is fascinating whichever way you look at it.  The Gisa revolving armchair from Leolux. Source: Leolux This fabulous lounge chair by PP Mobler is a modern, eclectic piece of furniture that will instantly become the focus of attention in any room.  Lounge chair by PP Mobler Source: PP Mobler Uber-cool furniture brand Dedon has teamed up with renowned designer Philippe Starck to bring you this cool hot-seat to get lost in.  Uber cool lounge chair by Philippe Starck and Dedon. Source: Dedon These ultra modern armchairs from Polsit boast a chi-chi shape with a decidedly unconventional twist – oversized puffy cushions that seem to swallow you whole!  Sculpture armchair by Andrea De Benedict. Source: Polsit Created by French furniture aficionados Steiner and designed by Cecile Makowski, we think these pouf chairs are colorful mounds of seating pleasure that will certainly dress up the smallest apartment (or single family house)!  Ultra modern poof chair by Cecile Makowski Source: Steiner We’re sure the Kikko sofa chairs from Leolux will be a real favorite with the entire family.  Kikko sofa chairs from Leolux Source: Leolux
Dubbed the "Origine Du Monde, Maybe!" chair, this unusual, ultra-modern chair was designed by Italo Rota for Italian furniture house Meritalia.  Origine Du Monde, Maybe!' Chair by Italo Rota for Meritalia Source: Meritalia Created by French design firm Steiner, we think these ultra modern rotating armchairs will give your seating arrangements a twist on the ordinary.  Rotating Armchairs by Steiner Source: Steiner Inspired by the Donkey Kong video game, we think this really cool sofa chair is a barrel of laughs!  Really Cool Sofa by Etel Interiors – Fardos. Source: Etel Interiors Carlo Colombo's Ball chair design for Arflex has been rightly described as both "refined" and "extreme," but to put it simply, we think it's just really, really cool!  Arflex ball chair. Source: Arflex The Calla arm chairs win our vote for the ultimate in coolness and comfort with their flexible arms that can literally wrap around you.  Calla arm chair from Domodinamica. Source: Domodinamica We think a signature piece of furniture such as the ‘Dondolo ultra modern chair from Paola Lenti can kick-start some serious style in your home.  Paola Lenti ultra-modern chair by Dondolo. Source: Dondolo We think this awesome leather armchair by Etel Interiors is the perfect easy chair for the person with modern tastes.  Contemporary Leather Armchair by Etel Interiors. Source: Etel Interiors The Savoya Alta armchair is for people who like their comfort on a coolly grand scale!  Savoya Alta armchair from Dema. Source: Dema Now we want your feedback: can you see any of these chairs in your home? |
| Высокий уровень безопасности для малышей во время Mealtimes Posted: 09 Dec 2010 03:30 AM PST Mealtimes получают гектическими при люди тараторя, еда, получая вверх для секунд, etc. если малыши вокруг таблицы, то, его важны для того чтобы убеждаться что их обеспечивают в высоком стуле. Он не принимает только секунда для младенца или малыша для того чтобы принять падение от временного места на обедая таблицу. Высокие стулы для безопасности и удобства 2 главным образом конструкции высоких стулов, стандартно и деревянно. Типовые конструкции имеют пластичную рамку и подносы при валики сделанные легких чистых материалов как винил. Деревянные высокие стулы приходят в более классицистические конструкции которые часто качества heirloom и могут пройти от поколения к поколению. Ничего более важное чем безопасность наших детей. Не обозите важность безопасности обеспеченной высоким стулом для ваших малышей во время mealtimes. DirectBuy может помочь вам обеспечить ваш весь дом с обширным выбором мебели известной марки всех типов. Закупите живущую мебель комнаты, мебель спальни и больше на сбережениях до 50% с розницы. |
| Как построить Sawhorses золота DIY Posted: 09 Dec 2010 12:15 AM PST Мы хотели этот проект иметь бит чывства Hi/Low к ему и ничего говорит первоклассное лучшее чем золоту! Это как-к проекту примет вас через шаги к строить утилитарный деталь мастерской (sawhorse) и передаст ему некоторый bling. Этот проект был зарегистрирован в ReadyMade состязание 100 так если вы любите оно пожалуйста посещаете ReadyMade и вотум для нас! Вы должны зарегистрировать но легко и вы можете голосовать раз в-день до 15-ого декабря. |
| Наш ReadyMade проект 100: Sawhorses золота DIY Posted: 09 Dec 2010 12:10 AM PST Мы хотели этот проект иметь бит чывства Hi/Low к ему и ничего говорит первоклассное лучшее чем золоту! Этот проект был зарегистрирован в ReadyMade состязание 100 так если вы любите оно пожалуйста посещаете ReadyMade и вотум для нас! Вы должны зарегистрировать но легко и вы можете голосовать раз в-день до 15-ого декабря. Спасибо! |
| Бесплатная раздача праздника: Пачка инструмента мастера Posted: 08 Dec 2010 06:59 PM PST
Tis' the season for Craftsman tools! This holiday Giveaway is a bundle of joy for tool lovers and all of it could be yours, or if you win keep one and gift the rest. On December 25th, 2010 we will randomly select one winner to receive all of the tools shown above that includes: 20" Metal Toolbox, Dog Bone 8-1 Wrench and NEXTEC 12V Right-Angle Impact Driver.
1. Leave a comment below saying "Craftsman for Christmas" (or replace with holiday of your choice) and tell us what project you intend to tackle with this bundle of goodies. 2. Tweet this contest on Twitter with the words "Win the Craftsman for Christmas Giveaway from @Charles_Hudson http://bit.ly/craftsmangiveaway"
20" Black Metal Toolbox DOG BONE 8-in-1 Wrench NEXTEC Right Angle Impact Driver
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| Архитектурноакустическая свежесть с конструкцией портера Алекс Scott Posted: 08 Dec 2010 09:46 AM PST Когда мы недавно отличали Брюс Porter’ Hideaway s малюсенький зеленый в древесинах, мы couldn’ t говорит достаточно о awesomeness его архитектора daughter’ запутанность s. Конструкция портера Алекс Scott, конструкция и фирма меблировк основанная в нью-йорке Город-и отличенная в Dwell кассет-был совсем о балансе. Их он-лайн профиль требует принятие окончательного решения к делать космосы и сырцовым и уточненным, и сложность астетических и функциональных, поддержки жизни пока упрощать создавать суматоху-и (наш фаворит) с ограничением и саном, выжимк соответствовать. И выставки unconventionality этой фирмы последовательно в каждом проекте, включая гениальный космос для 5 в Amagansett, нью-йорк. Когда клиенты хотели преобразовать обычную дом sheetrock 1980's в дом страны, конструкция портера Алекс Scott была совершенной фирмой, котор нужно посмотреть к. Создать космос клиенты оценили бы теперь и леты в будущее, фирма работала с уникально типом и материал-используя несуществующую рамку амбара для того чтобы создать главную живущую зону, плюс соединять комнату к существующей дому с стеклянной и стальной структурой. Используя повторенную картину бетона, известняк, patinated сталь, и исправил древесину, фирма создала космос который и устойчив и роскошн, космос который предлагает внутренний баланс через сбалансированную окружающую среду, поистине естественную среду обитания для современного мира. |
| Большой подарок Кристмас давая идеи Posted: 08 Dec 2010 09:18 AM PST by Vicky Sanderson
For the home renovation enthusiast, Christmas is a great time to ask for gifts that fill in the holes in his or her tool arsenal. For those who benefit from these handy folk, it's a good time to show how much you appreciate all they do. So whether you're writing your own letter to Santa, or checking off boxes on your shopping list, here are some great gift ideas.
Having a grease monkey – even an amateur one— in the family can be very useful. Prove your gratitude by putting under the tree a Stanley FatMax Mechanics Tool Set stanleytools.com. There are several kits in this category, but the one that caught my eye was the 142-piece Socket Set, in part because while it normally sells for about $200, it's on sale now at Canadian Tire CanadianTire.ca for $99. These socket sets are forged from high-quality chrome vanadium, so they resist corrosion and rust, even in a rough and tumble garage environment. Markings are easy to read because they're laser-etched on each of the tools, which are designed to deliver good torque with less slippage. That means work gets done more quickly and more effectively. For anyone with home reno plans, a cordless battery drill would be a welcome gift. Fortunately, you don't have to spend too much to offer a great tool. Black and Decker blackanddecker.com has a new 12-volt model that punches above its weight. It has a lithium battery, which means it's considerably lighter than tools with NiCd batteries, and about two-thirds the size. It has an LED work light, holds the charge about five times longer than conventional models, and will maintain a charge for about 500 days. An 11-position gear box helps users avoid stripping gears, and bit changes are easy. At about $60, it's an affordable gift that will be used and valued for many years to come.
Need a small gift for a first-time homeowner, newly-wed couple or someone who recently downsized to a condo? Pick up a Stanley household accessory kit (about $12 at Wal-Mart). It has a great selection of nails, thumbtacks, anchors, screws, picture wire, picture hooks, hangers, cup hooks and sawtooth hanger nails — all in a handy plastic carrying case.
If you do have a new homeowner on your list, chances are they are feeling financial pressure to forgo those little touches that turn a room into an attractive personal space. You can offer a touch of glam, without busting your own holiday budget, by choosing a small décor accessory that fits their look. Check out the wonderful selection of fashion lighting at Bouclair bouclair.com or choose a glittery treat from their fun seasonal offering.
The Breville Smart Oven breville.ca will allow any home cook to expand his or her repertoire and get healthy, tasty meals on the table more quickly. What a gift that could be! This stainless steel counter-top oven has a cavity generous enough to fit a whole chicken, but its relatively small footprint won't hog space in the kitchen, and it offers extra cooking area when preparing food for a crowd (such as that painting party you're planning for next spring!) Another terrific feature — the top does double duty as a plate warmer. The convection option cooks food about 30 per cent faster than a conventional oven, which means – for example — that you can put a home-made pie in the oven when folks sit down to dinner and have it picture-perfect by dessert time. At about $300, this may be a "splurge" gift for your favourite cook — or yourself. But it's also an investment that will pay off dividends of healthy eating and more family time for years to come.
Got a friend or family member who is consistently not a "morning person"? Give the gift of better mornings with Philips' Wake Up Light philips.ca, which combines a clock, FM radio and alarm. Best of all, it also has a light that simulates dawn, so that the user is slowly wakened over half an hour, which for most people, is far less disruptive than waking up to a clanging alarm. The Wake-Up Light can be programmed with four nature sounds at the end of the half-hour wake-up period, or custom sounds can be programmed via a USB key. I've heard of these lights being used and loved by teenagers, toddlers and those who live in basement apartments. It sells for about $180. About the AuthorVicky Sanderson writes a weekly Hot Home Products column, which focuses on home improvement, decor, entertaining items and housewares, for The Toronto Star. Her widely-read daily blog, On the House, which can be found on yourhome.ca, keeps readers up to date on new products and developing trends. Vicky also delivers standing-room-only seminars at Toronto-area home shows. Funny and informative, she frequently shares her tips, tricks and trends on such media outlets as Canada AM, the Steven and Chris Show, CHCH Morning Live, Breakfast Television, EZ-Rock and CBC Radio. |
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