Introduction to Homesteading

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  Homesteading dates back hundreds of years, being characterized by the desire to become self-sufficient. Homesteaders are usually found in the company of their own agriculture, preservation of foodstuffs, self-produced clothing, and even homemade textiles. Homesteading is often used by those who foresee imminent disasters approaching on the horizon and want to … Read more

Preparing for Floods

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  Like any other natural disasters, floods can be unpredictable and destructive. Even in regions that have never seen a drop of rain, the possibility of floods is not that far away. Floods create vast destruction as well as casualties and injuries. They also cause the cessation of essential services like water … Read more

How to Ensure You Have Safe Drinking Water in a Disaster

How to Ensure You Have Safe Drinking Water in a Disaster

In the past few years alone, many of us have witnessed the horrific aftermath of several natural disasters occurring in the modern world. At the same time, we’ve also seen many man-made disasters strike several countries. In both cases, the aftermath is quite grim, with many people being stripped of their homes … Read more

Loving Fine Wine

Loving Fine Wine

Fine wine makes a dinner very special When you love to have a fine wine with your dinner then you will want to be able to select from the best vintages that are made from centuries past or perhaps those who use modern technology to give your wine the taste that it … Read more

The Wonderful History of Tulips

The Wonderful History of Tulips

  The fascinating tulip’s and its equally fascinating history Tulip, a brightly colored jewel is originally from Kazakhstan whose part was conquered by the Ottoman Empire (present-day Turkey) in the 16th century. The Turks were quite impressed by the tulips’ beauty when they discovered them in the mountains of Kazakhstan. Some of … Read more

Popcorn Ceiling Removal – A Complex Job

Popcorn Ceiling Removal – A Complex Job

Popcorn ceilings — too out of date Home decorating styles change over time and what was once trendy and the latest thing is now out of date. And ahh the 70s… many homes had popcorn ceilings put in. Remove Popcorn Texture from Ceiling – 1/3 of a room in less than 12 … Read more

Preparing for Tornadoes

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  What is a tornado and what are the measures to avoid a tornado attack? A tornado is one of Nature’s strongest, most violent and devastating storms. A tornado is a rotating, funnel-shaped cloud that is formed from a thunderstorm down to the earth’s surface. The intensity of a tornado can be … Read more

Lighting for Your Garage

Lighting to Your Garage

Garages today are not simply spaces to park your car inside when you’re not using it. They have become important extensions of your living spaces. And because garages are considered essential to every household, companies have been manufacturing products that are aimed for the garage, from lighting fixtures down to the flooring. … Read more