The Essentials of Rug Cleaning

Area rugs have a lot of uses. They can fill an empty space, define an area, protects large carpets and much more. They often receive more traffic than other carpets and may receive more spills. Area rugs come in all shapes and sizes and are made from many different fabrics. When you look for a rug cleaner, make sure they know how to clean each kind of rug.

Wool Rugs
Persian and oriental rugs are special wool rugs that have brilliant designs woven into the rug. They brighten any corner and add elegance to the room. Wool area rugs are also available with modern designs and colors. All wool rugs need special handling and should be cleaned by a professional. Persian and oriental rugs need to be vacuumed first on both sides with a special tool so as not to create fuzz. No harsh alkaline cleaner should be used because it can damage wool. Professionals use environmentally-friendly products that don’t leave any toxic fumes to pollute your indoor air quality.

Silk Rugs
Silk rugs are very delicate and require a different method of cleaning from wool, cotton or synthetic. Silk fibers are very resilient, but they stain easily. They may also fade in high traffic areas. Abrasive cleaning will also damage the rug beyond repair. Before selecting a cleaning process, a professional cleaner will analyze your rug to determine if it is pure silk or a silk blend. Sometimes silk is blended with cotton or synthetic fiber.

Synthetic Rugs

Rugs made with synthetic fiber or a blend of synthetic fiber and a natural fiber such as wool, silk or cotton usually come with instructions for cleaning. In some cases, if they are small enough, they can be washed in a washing machine and air dried. If the rug is a blend or large, it should be cleaned by a professional who uses non-toxic cleaners. Professionals will know how to clean a blended rug so it looks like new.

Many people believe that a regular vacuuming keeps their carpets clean. However, dust mites, pet dander and other allergens sink deep into the carpet and cannot be removed with a vacuum cleaning and cannot be seen. If you have a doubt that your area rug is clean, you can pick up one corner and kick it from behind. If a small spray of dust or dirt jumps out on the other side, it is time to clean your rug.

Thankful for a Quite Good Start of February

It is time to say goodbye to the first month of the  year! It is over now and I am gladly welcoming February. I hope January was a wonderful month to all of you. I know in some parts of the world especially those who are affected and are victims of  wars and hunger  specifically  in some parts of Africa and Asia,  life is really hard.

I was watching this German TV Program called Weltspiegel tonight. It is a very interesting program hearing some news from some parts of the globe. They featured tonight some scenes from Africa and the refugees from Syria who  are trying to escape from the conflicts that are going on in the  country.  Their lives are really very difficult. Pity to see  especially the young children who are experiencing such hardships. I hope one day, this world will be a better place to live-in and let's slowly work for it.


So far, the  so-called "love month" is starting good for me. I had a chat from my family back home and in the United States. Thanks to our modern technology and communication where I can have contacts with them for free.  I am happy to talk with them again.

I am also very happy because my sister sent me some pictures of the current project in my home country. The building  of another home  inspires me more to strive and work hard. I hope one day, I can  go home for good and have a good life. lolz!

Today was quite a busy day but I am very happy to accomplish  little things at home. From doing the laundry, to cooking and organizing some things,  these are little things but it makes me happy accomplishing them.

I guess, that is all for now. I am slowly off to bed. Tomorrow will be a start of another working day. Lastly, I want to thanks my sisters from the US for all of the support for this home project.

Cheers to us all and may this month be a great one to us all,  coupled with love, peace, good health, happiness and more blessings.  Take care everyone!

Keep Intruders at Bay: 5 Ways to Enhance Home Safety

Burglars are always on the prowl in search of new victims. In order for homeowners to avoid the wrath of an unwanted guest, they must take the necessary precautions. Here are five ways for residents to make their home safer.

Do not create hiding spots

In an effort to enhance their privacy, some homeowners opt to install a tall fence around the perimeter of their property. Unfortunately, dense trees and tall fences can create a potential hiding spot for sneaky criminals. When looking outside, the residents should be able to clearly see every section of the yard.

Install kick-proof doors
All of the exterior doors should be strong enough to withstand a powerful kick. Contrary to popular belief, wooden doors can be just as sturdy as steel doors. If the cost of a brand new door is a concern, homeowners can also install a reinforced metal strike plate on their existing door. This will help the door to resist a forceful impact.

Keep the exterior well-lit
Studies show that well-lit homes are less likely to be targeted by burglars. The bright lights will certainly help to enhance the effectiveness of a surveillance camera. Ideally, the lights should be installed near the roof of the home. Instead of leaving the exterior lights turned on for the entire night, consider using motion-activated light fixtures.

Monitor the security system
Security system monitoring services such as Alarm Relay offer around-the-clock surveillance. In the event that a burglar trips the security system, the alarm monitoring service will immediately contact the police. This helps families to rest at night with an extra degree of security. If desired, the monitoring service can also keep an eye on the home’s smoke detectors.

Never leave the windows or doors unlocked
Although locking the doors may seem like a simple concept, it is actually one of the best ways for residents to remain safe. Installing a security screen over the windows will provide even more protection.

These five strategies will definitely help to improve the safety of a home. A person's dwelling should be their personal sanctuary.

Giving Your Boat the Proper Storage

When you own a boat, you've made a substantial investment. You want to protect your valuable vessel during the off season and store it well. Choose from a full assortment of wood mount boat lifts from a reputable source like Lunmar Boat Lifts to assure your boat will be taken care of when it is out of the water. You want to have peace of mind that it will be safely stored, ready to go when it's time to send it back to the lake or ocean. With the right boat lift, you'll be in good shape.

You Need Quality and Reliability

You want a boat lift that is built to last. You also need versatility. When you turn to the right company, you'll have options. You need the boat lift that is tailored to fit your boat. Whether you need a sling model that can safely bear 3,000 pounds in weight or have a boat of considerable size that requires a cradle model geared for over 12,000 pounds, there is a boat lift that will fit the bill. Take the time to browse the selection and rest assured that the model you choose will withstand the test of time. Go with a company that chooses quality materials and stands behind their product.

Merry Christmas!

 Christmas brings family and friends together. 

It helps us appreciate the love in our lives we often take for granted. 

May the true meaning of the holiday season fill your heart and home with many blessings.

May love, peace, happiness and contentment be with us all and may  our wishes come true!

MERRY CHRISTMAS 

AND A FABULOUS NEW YEAR 2015!

Present a Professional Image at Work

The way you dress each day sends a message about your professionally – make sure that the message you are sending is the one you want. Are you choosing those pieces that will represent you and your goals most effectively? You can present a professional image every day affordably when you take advantage of tactics such as purchasing cheap dress shirts online.

Gathering the Wardrobe Essentials

As you review your options the night before, or even if you are rummaging around at the last minute, put some effort into creating outfits that are appropriate for your business setting. Of course, you’ll need to begin this process as you purchase items for your wardrobe. Putting together a business/workplace wardrobe can be more affordable with these tips:

Finally Did Some Organizing at Home

Hello November! I know I am very  late with my greetings but as the saying goes, "Better late than never",  that is why I am still  expressing  my greetings to all of you.  I know most of you,  or I would many of us are getting very busy at the moment. The holiday season is fast approaching and this is for sure one of the reasons why everyone has so many things to do and prepare with.

In fact, I have a lot of things to do both online and offline. Sad to say, my time is quite  limited now.
The days are getting busier so here I am trying to do some things when time allows me to do so. I am happy that today, I  started to organize some things at home again.   I started doing  some organizing starting in my work room or I would say my computer room. It is like my little office and at the same time, also my little library. Some things are still scattering around but it is very better compared to yesterday and the past 3 months.

I am planning to buy a shelf especially for my books so that I can save space. I will see  if I can visit the  nearest furniture store next week.

I also organized  some things in  the guest room. It looked very better now compared to its previous  situation. yay! I  will try my best to organize more stuffs inside  our home this week. Before Christmas comes, I hope I am already done with it!

Cheers and have a lovely week to all of you!

Heavy Duty Casters For Moving Items

The heavy duty casters that are used on large furniture pieces or dollies will allow people to move their items with relative ease. These heavy duty casters can be found when people click here, and they are going to give the business a way move efficiently during the day. Every business that is in logistics must make sure they are using these heavy duty casters, and every homeowner should put their furniture on these casters to make their home easier to organize.

The Furniture

The furniture in the house needs to be on casters to make sure they are all easy to move. People who like to move their furniture around often can make sure they have a fresh look in the house at all times. These casters make large pieces of furniture easy to move, and they allow homeowners to move their furniture around to accommodate all their guests.

The Dollies

When people are moving large items every day, they need to have massive casters on their dollies. These dollies need to be as sturdy as possible, and they help the workers in the field to get all their items to and from the truck. These large casters make the dollies easier to roll, but they also make it easier to pull the dollies when the items are especially large.

The Pallets

When these heavy duty casters are installed on large pallets, the pallets can be moved around the warehouse with relative ease. Workers can push these things around the warehouse quickly, and they can store the items just as quickly. Blank pallets can be kept with the wheels on them to make sure there is always something that can be used for movement around the warehouse floor.

Every person who wants to make large items easy to move should invest in heavy duty casters. These casters are easy to install on all furniture items, and they can be used to make a warehouse flow more smoothly. The warehouse or home is easier to manage when everything moves on simple wheels and casters.