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Thursday, November 10, 2016

Professional Painters on the Effects of VOCs on Your Health at Home

VOCs or volatile organic compounds are gasses that emit from solids or liquids that can pose certain risks to people. Unfortunately, VOCs can be found right in your own household since they are often present in products widely sold in the market today. Coincidentally, VOC levels have been found to be up to ten times higher indoors than outdoors, according to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency. Since paints are among the most common sources of VOCs, professional painters in Kitchener and elsewhere warn against their harmful effects.

Health Risks

VOCs are known to cause both short-term and long-term negative effects. For instance, minimal exposure to these compounds can cause irritation to the eyes, nose or throat, headaches or nausea and loss of coordination. Read more from this blog:
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Thursday, October 20, 2016

U.S. jobless claims rise, but labor market still strong

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, but remained below a level that is associated with a strong labor market.

Monday, October 3, 2016

Online fashion retailer Grana raises $10M led by Alibaba's entrepreneurship fund

Grana, a two-year-old online fashion retailer based in Hong Kong, has announced that it has raised $10 million in fresh funding led by Alibaba's entrepreneurship fund. Read More

Thursday, September 29, 2016

3 Modern Makeover Ideas You Can Do Together With Drywall Services

As a homeowner, it pays be knowledgeable about the recommended materials in home construction or remodelling and the trends. You could, for instance, find out the advantages of replacing your existing plaster walls with drywall, a versatile material that’s easy to install and offers fire resistance, among other benefits. You could also get plenty of inspiration when it comes to the design tweaks or total renovations you can do together with home repairs.

If you’re thinking of getting drywall services, consider these makeover ideas from a pro in Cambridge, and breathe new life into your private spaces:

1. Go for Bold, Geometric Ceilings

Drywall is versatile enough to be fastened into complex design features, such as eaves and arches. The construction material can also be used to conceal steel beams that are used in intricately shaped ceilings.
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Sunday, September 25, 2016

Painting Companies Weigh In: Does This Design Idea Suit Your Home?

There are plenty of modern interior design trends that have been sweeping magazines. Some can be easily done by replacing or installing some fixtures in your home and decorating with unique accents. Others may need painting services or more extensive remodelling services. How do you determine which ones suit your home?

One design idea that became apparent in recent Azure Magazine features is making a statement with a loud, bright colour.

Award-Winning Design

It could be seen the cheerful yellow millwork that hides a staircase in a one-bedroom house in Adelaide Street, Sydney, Australia. The accessory practically served as the wall of the small home’s dining room-slash-kitchen, which was painted a muted shade of beige and decorated minimally with furniture in a white-and-steel colour palette. This residence was featured and applauded in the 2016 AZ Awards of Merit: Residential and Commercial Interiors by Azure Magazine.
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Monday, September 19, 2016

Lindsey Vonn & Kate Beckinsale -- Hollywood Smoke Show ... Heats Up Emmy Party (VIDEO)

Another night, another shot of Lindsey Vonn in a smokin' hot dress in Hollywood ... this time, hitting the Emmy party scene with Kate Beckinsale. Vonn attended the Emmys earlier in the night in a burgundy dress -- but after a quick wardrobe…