Bamboo has only been used as flooring in the recent past, quickly becoming popular because of its appearance, durability and environmental potential. But as with all new products there has been some trial and error involved, with some developments working better than others. It helps to know what to look […]
Continue ReadingColourbond Cladding Pipe Cladding Companies design pipes to be functional, easy to assemble, reliable and aesthetically pleasing. Sometime the functionality, the ability to carry water, is ignored and people use pipes for creative projects. Interior designers have used pipe for several pleasing projects. They continue to […]
Continue ReadingFloaters are slowly moving shapes that appear in an individual’s vision. They are not optical illusions, nor are they present outside of the person’s body. Rather, they are entoptic phenomena – minor malfunctions in the eye mechanism, analogous to ringing the ears. Floaters vary in size, shape and transparency. […]
Continue ReadingWhat is grouting? Grouting is a mixture of cement, sand and sometimes epoxy; it is used to fill the gaps between tiles and (partly to) hold them in place. It is designed to be waterproof, provided that it is made from a fresh compound and applied well. Grout can be […]
Continue ReadingSydney Bamboo Flooring Sweep floor regularity with a fine broom. Any dirt on the floor will cause abrasion, mostly on the bamboo’s finish. Having people remove shoes at the front door is greatly beneficial. After sweeping, mop the floor with a solution that is one part vinegar and 4 […]
Continue ReadingSome General Principles of Tutoring A student needs to find the tutor approachable. This is less an issue at tertiary levels, where students have become use to this type of relationship. Younger students vary; many have had approachable teachers, others find some adult approachable, while others are not. There is […]
Continue ReadingSelective Schools have many advantages, though some are controversial. The academically competitive nature of these schools can either encourage students to perform or leave them discouraged. This depends on the suitability of the individual, and perhaps their level of maturity. If a child passes the entrance test they should […]
Continue ReadingAustralian inventors and thinkers have contributed many things to society that we now take for granted. The paper notepad. A Tasmanian stationary shop worker glued a stack of paper sheets together to create the first notepad. Really this seems like a blank book, but the idea was very useful. […]
Continue ReadingPurchasing any jewellery can be an involved process. Sometimes we don’t notice this if we are enjoying ourselves. At other times we find it stressful because of the importance we put on the jewellery or the event it is attached to. Having multiple options should help the process, and should […]
Continue ReadingWe hear a lot about Ultra Violet light (UV) causing sunburn and eye problems. We should know to buy some decent quality Sunglasses and wear sunscreen. But we might be less aware of the useful side of UV light. UV Light is very effective for disinfecting surfaces and purifying […]
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