As springtime emerges in full swing, many of us welcome the warmer temperatures — but a shocking number of people dread it. That’s because spring means the emergence of pollen, spores and other particles that can send seasonal allergies into a spiral of sniffles, sneezes and watery eyes. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that as many as 16 adults are diagnosed with seasonal allergies each year. Doctors and other medical professionals usually suggest staying indoors as a way to lessen the severity of your allergy symptoms — but what if your home’s air conditioning system is actually…
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Window treatments are an attractive and often necessary decorating decision in many homes: after all, these different window shades, curtains, drapes and more help you control the amount of available light and maintain a comfortable temperature without spending a considerable amount each month on your energy bills. However, many forms of window treatments feature as well. For example, many homeowners may not like the way window blinds bunch up when they are drawn, and the cords used to adjust them can get tangled or even be dangerous for small children. Fortunately, there is a window treatment that offers the perfect…
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If you’re responsible for stocking any type of home or hardware store, then you’ll probably want to carry a selection of brass fittings. But actually finding the right supplier for those fittings might be a bit trickier, since most brass fittings manufacturers appear — on a surface level — to offer similar products. Here’s what you can look for as you screen your options: A Quality Selection First of all, you’ll want to see a good range of products, all at the highest quality. Depending on the focus of your store, you might need valves and fittings more suited to…