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Monday, 30 September 2013
Sunday, 29 September 2013
Plastic vs. Wooden Cornhole Boards
by: Dave Roth
When it comes to cornhole boards, there are two basic options for construction. The boards can be made of wood, or the boards can be made of plastic. The plastic cornhole boards are generally designed and sold in stores and on the Internet. The wooden cornhole boards are also created and sold this way. However, in addition to the commercial wooden cornhole boards, these kinds of cornhole boards can be made by an individual with basic skills and basic tools. There are plans that can be found all over the Internet, and these plans will help a person determine whether he or she wants to build a cornhole board on his or her own, or whether he or she would prefer to purchase one instead.
For those who have little to no woodworking skills, or for those who feel extremely uncomfortable working with their hands for fear of damaging the work, themselves, or both, there are cornhole boards which can be purchased. The wooden cornhole boards can be bought separately, or they can be purchased as part of a set. Either way, though, they are a big business and they are very popular in many parts of the country. These boards are made from good quality wood, and they are prepared with no sharp edges, splinters, or other issues that could cause a person a problem. This keeps people from getting hurt when they play cornhole, which is very important, especially in a game that many young children like to play. Parents who want to protect their children would certainly not want them to play with a wooden board that might cause them injury.
The plastic boards are thought to be better in some ways. Most of this comes from the fact that they have fewer issues with being left out in the weather. They cannot warp from rain or develop splinters, and they do not break, crack, chip, or get otherwise damaged as easily as the wooden boards do. They are also often a bit less expensive to purchase because they are also less expensive to make. The creation of plastic boards is relatively easy. However, there are some die-hard fans of the cornhole game who feel that these plastic boards are not the right ones to be used. They are concerned that they are too different from the way that the game was originally played. As such the game will be changed and the people who learn on a cornhole set with a plastic board will not have the same style and skill level as a person who learns to play the game on a cornhole set with a wooden board.
It would appear that the cornhole sets with the wooden boards are generally the only ones allowed in tournaments, but some individuals who organize cornhole tournaments change the rules or decide to do things differently, and plastic boards may gain more accepted use in the future. Regardless of whether they are used in tournaments, the plastic cornhole boards and the wooden cornhole boards are both very popular with people all over the country who like to play the cornhole game.
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When it comes to cornhole boards, there are two basic options for construction. The boards can be made of wood, or the boards can be made of plastic. The plastic cornhole boards are generally designed and sold in stores and on the Internet. The wooden cornhole boards are also created and sold this way. However, in addition to the commercial wooden cornhole boards, these kinds of cornhole boards can be made by an individual with basic skills and basic tools. There are plans that can be found all over the Internet, and these plans will help a person determine whether he or she wants to build a cornhole board on his or her own, or whether he or she would prefer to purchase one instead.
For those who have little to no woodworking skills, or for those who feel extremely uncomfortable working with their hands for fear of damaging the work, themselves, or both, there are cornhole boards which can be purchased. The wooden cornhole boards can be bought separately, or they can be purchased as part of a set. Either way, though, they are a big business and they are very popular in many parts of the country. These boards are made from good quality wood, and they are prepared with no sharp edges, splinters, or other issues that could cause a person a problem. This keeps people from getting hurt when they play cornhole, which is very important, especially in a game that many young children like to play. Parents who want to protect their children would certainly not want them to play with a wooden board that might cause them injury.
The plastic boards are thought to be better in some ways. Most of this comes from the fact that they have fewer issues with being left out in the weather. They cannot warp from rain or develop splinters, and they do not break, crack, chip, or get otherwise damaged as easily as the wooden boards do. They are also often a bit less expensive to purchase because they are also less expensive to make. The creation of plastic boards is relatively easy. However, there are some die-hard fans of the cornhole game who feel that these plastic boards are not the right ones to be used. They are concerned that they are too different from the way that the game was originally played. As such the game will be changed and the people who learn on a cornhole set with a plastic board will not have the same style and skill level as a person who learns to play the game on a cornhole set with a wooden board.
It would appear that the cornhole sets with the wooden boards are generally the only ones allowed in tournaments, but some individuals who organize cornhole tournaments change the rules or decide to do things differently, and plastic boards may gain more accepted use in the future. Regardless of whether they are used in tournaments, the plastic cornhole boards and the wooden cornhole boards are both very popular with people all over the country who like to play the cornhole game.
Dave Roth runs a site at http://www.the-cornhole-game.com which sells backyard game and cornhole products. For more information on the game, please visit his site today.
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Friday, 27 September 2013
The History of Water Gardens
by: James Morgan
Take any major historical civilization, any major human development such as the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, or even the present-day concerns for the environment and conservation, and examine their effect on the art of garden design at the time - and what do you see as the major focal point in the center of the resulting gardens? Water.
The city states that sprang up over 5,000 years ago in the Near East around the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers, and also, of course, around the Nile in Egypt, probably gave rise to the art and practice of horticulture as we know it, for growing food and for social amenity value. Water was naturally important in these baking hot areas for the irrigation of crops, but here the ruling classes, which were synonymous with the high priests of the current religions, had the luxury of water channeled directly into the confines of their own palace grounds for the purposes of stocking fish and plants in pools, or the watering of trees.
By the ninth century BC, with the rise of the Persian Empire, the concept of the garden had evolved into that of 'paradise' on earth. In the dry stone landscape that is now Iraq, small enclaves of civilization sprang up that were totally reliant upon a meager water supply that very often had to be channeled several kilometers from the base of a mountain.
By the Sassinid period of the Persian Empire in the third century AD, the garden had taken on a wholly symbolic form. The perfection of God's creation could only be represented symbolically, and as far as gardening was concerned, the irrigation channels remained, dividing the garden into four quarters, meeting at right angles in the center: this represented the universe that was divided into four parts. A tree, and then later a fountain in the center represented the Tree of Life.
During the fourth century BC in the equally refined Greek civilization, we find another very self-conscious type of philosophical man, reflecting on his place in the universe. He felt superior to nature, and made models of his gods in his own image as he developed the art of the sculpture.
The Greeks did very little to develop the art of gardening, although certain grottoes and holy places may have been tended as natural gardens, accessible only to an elite or a cult of the resident god or oracle. The concept of the grotto would continue through Roman times, re-emerging constantly right through to the present time.
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Take any major historical civilization, any major human development such as the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, or even the present-day concerns for the environment and conservation, and examine their effect on the art of garden design at the time - and what do you see as the major focal point in the center of the resulting gardens? Water.
The city states that sprang up over 5,000 years ago in the Near East around the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers, and also, of course, around the Nile in Egypt, probably gave rise to the art and practice of horticulture as we know it, for growing food and for social amenity value. Water was naturally important in these baking hot areas for the irrigation of crops, but here the ruling classes, which were synonymous with the high priests of the current religions, had the luxury of water channeled directly into the confines of their own palace grounds for the purposes of stocking fish and plants in pools, or the watering of trees.
By the ninth century BC, with the rise of the Persian Empire, the concept of the garden had evolved into that of 'paradise' on earth. In the dry stone landscape that is now Iraq, small enclaves of civilization sprang up that were totally reliant upon a meager water supply that very often had to be channeled several kilometers from the base of a mountain.
By the Sassinid period of the Persian Empire in the third century AD, the garden had taken on a wholly symbolic form. The perfection of God's creation could only be represented symbolically, and as far as gardening was concerned, the irrigation channels remained, dividing the garden into four quarters, meeting at right angles in the center: this represented the universe that was divided into four parts. A tree, and then later a fountain in the center represented the Tree of Life.
During the fourth century BC in the equally refined Greek civilization, we find another very self-conscious type of philosophical man, reflecting on his place in the universe. He felt superior to nature, and made models of his gods in his own image as he developed the art of the sculpture.
The Greeks did very little to develop the art of gardening, although certain grottoes and holy places may have been tended as natural gardens, accessible only to an elite or a cult of the resident god or oracle. The concept of the grotto would continue through Roman times, re-emerging constantly right through to the present time.
James Morgan has been a water garden enthusiast for over 20 years. Learn water garden tips, tricks, and secrets at http://www.watergardenssecrets.com/
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Information On Garden Trellises
by: Rudy Silva
Make an impressive garden with garden trellises. Trellises add attraction to your garden. There are different sizes styles of this ornament. They are made of wood, plastic or metal. Most gardeners love putting plant structures in their back yard. You can create a garden pergolas or obelisk. Check this article to get garden trellis ideas.
Garden trellises are one of the essential things to have to fully appreciate your garden. It makes a garden impressive and gives you a valuable hobby to be involved in. It is one of the most popular hobbies and most of those who get into gardening would really say that it is a very fulfilling activity.
You could go and plant flowers and other ornamental plants, plant trees, or plant vegetables. While planting trees would surely give you fruits, shade and fresh air, it would take years before you fully experience its benefits. The vegetables on the other hand are more delicate and they take much care and attention. The flowers and ornamental plants on the other hand require just as much attention and their main contribution would be keeping your place more colorful, and much more beautiful than ever.
Garden trellises are quite popular. They provide a system where you can extend plants, flower, and even vegetable plants vertically. They break up a plain view with a structure that is wrapped in foliage that enhances the landscape.
It would be quite impossible for anyone to never find the garden trellises in a garden. This is one of the widely-used outdoor garden structures. The trellis is the structure which is used to support the plants. This is done by either tying the plants to the structure or by allowing climbing plants to grow along the structure.
Trellises can be made with horizontal, vertical or diagonal bars that are spaced and arranged to form one decorative structure. This could be made from different materials such as wood, metal or even plastic.
Since these trellises are decorative structures, they are widely used by many households. These do not only support the plants but also add charm and beauty to the garden. You can say that these are pretty much like the garden arbors, garden archway, garden pergolas, garden obelisk, garden bridges and the garden gazebos.
The garden enthusiasts and fanatics are very much pleased having all of these things in their garden. These do not only make their plants more beautiful, it makes the garden more functional as well. There are a lot who choose to have their climbers climb the garden trellises and other outdoor garden structures. In the end, they are able to utilize the place as a venue for parties and other events.
If you have the space and the budget, you could start your own garden and make sure that it would include trellises and other outdoor garden structures, which would definitely support your plants.
Vinyl trellises and wrought iron trellises are also available. Aside from the gorgeous designs of scrolls, curves and swirls, these are going to last longer than the other varieties, so you will have these for a long time.
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Make an impressive garden with garden trellises. Trellises add attraction to your garden. There are different sizes styles of this ornament. They are made of wood, plastic or metal. Most gardeners love putting plant structures in their back yard. You can create a garden pergolas or obelisk. Check this article to get garden trellis ideas.
Garden trellises are one of the essential things to have to fully appreciate your garden. It makes a garden impressive and gives you a valuable hobby to be involved in. It is one of the most popular hobbies and most of those who get into gardening would really say that it is a very fulfilling activity.
You could go and plant flowers and other ornamental plants, plant trees, or plant vegetables. While planting trees would surely give you fruits, shade and fresh air, it would take years before you fully experience its benefits. The vegetables on the other hand are more delicate and they take much care and attention. The flowers and ornamental plants on the other hand require just as much attention and their main contribution would be keeping your place more colorful, and much more beautiful than ever.
Garden trellises are quite popular. They provide a system where you can extend plants, flower, and even vegetable plants vertically. They break up a plain view with a structure that is wrapped in foliage that enhances the landscape.
It would be quite impossible for anyone to never find the garden trellises in a garden. This is one of the widely-used outdoor garden structures. The trellis is the structure which is used to support the plants. This is done by either tying the plants to the structure or by allowing climbing plants to grow along the structure.
Trellises can be made with horizontal, vertical or diagonal bars that are spaced and arranged to form one decorative structure. This could be made from different materials such as wood, metal or even plastic.
Since these trellises are decorative structures, they are widely used by many households. These do not only support the plants but also add charm and beauty to the garden. You can say that these are pretty much like the garden arbors, garden archway, garden pergolas, garden obelisk, garden bridges and the garden gazebos.
The garden enthusiasts and fanatics are very much pleased having all of these things in their garden. These do not only make their plants more beautiful, it makes the garden more functional as well. There are a lot who choose to have their climbers climb the garden trellises and other outdoor garden structures. In the end, they are able to utilize the place as a venue for parties and other events.
If you have the space and the budget, you could start your own garden and make sure that it would include trellises and other outdoor garden structures, which would definitely support your plants.
Vinyl trellises and wrought iron trellises are also available. Aside from the gorgeous designs of scrolls, curves and swirls, these are going to last longer than the other varieties, so you will have these for a long time.
Do you want to see assorted garden trellises? Come to http://www.hpotter.com/ . Our supplies of garden structures are affordable. Hpotter has garden gift ideas such as a glass keepsake box. We have garden improvement fixtures and supplies. We can make your backyard attractive with our products. Come to Seasonal platters , and see our listing of decorative garden products.
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Tuesday, 24 September 2013
Where Have All the Super Powers Gone?
by: Vince P.Platania,Jr.
Are there any good super powers left that haven't been used? As a creator, I find it hard to come up with something original that hasn't been used in some way, shape or form before. All the typical powers were used up long ago, and every innovative power that is the least bit plausible is taken.
Your basic super powers include super strength, super speed, flight, invulnerability, invisibility, enhanced reflexes and agility and stretching ability. These are the principal super powers in use in comics. Every publisher that has ever published a superhero comic or something resembling a superhero comic has used one, a few or all of these powers at some time or another.
These same powers, along with others, comprise the x-men powers as well. Colossus has super strength, and thanks to his metal skin, invulnerability, as does Juggernaut. Northstar has super speed, several of the X-Men, like Storm, can fly, and so forth. At least the x-men powers are a little more creative in using these classics though. And they added optic blasts, teleportation, telepathy, telekinesis, ice based powers and more.
But go through your comics and take a look at all the powers that have been used. A few years ago, X-Force even featured a main character whose powers were vomiting! And one company's character had to be drunk for his powers to work. It's all been thought of and implemented before, so what do you do?
Get creative, like Grant Morrison did with the New X-Men. I didn't care for the run personally, but I can't deny all the various ways Morrison introduced new and newfound powers in new and existing characters respectively. And even in X-Factor today, Quicksilver, a former typical speedster, now moves through time and space at a hyper velocity instead of simply running really fast.
It's this kind of out of the box thinking that will define the heroes of tomorrow. But with so many powers already out there, and so many variations of those powers in existence, creators will forever be hard pressed to discover new ways of utilizing classic powers, or of creating new ones that have not been used before.
Have we run out of creativity and innovation? Is there room for another variation of a teleporter or stretchy hero? It all depends on the use and the delivery, and how well fans receive it. That is the tell all.
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Are there any good super powers left that haven't been used? As a creator, I find it hard to come up with something original that hasn't been used in some way, shape or form before. All the typical powers were used up long ago, and every innovative power that is the least bit plausible is taken.
Your basic super powers include super strength, super speed, flight, invulnerability, invisibility, enhanced reflexes and agility and stretching ability. These are the principal super powers in use in comics. Every publisher that has ever published a superhero comic or something resembling a superhero comic has used one, a few or all of these powers at some time or another.
These same powers, along with others, comprise the x-men powers as well. Colossus has super strength, and thanks to his metal skin, invulnerability, as does Juggernaut. Northstar has super speed, several of the X-Men, like Storm, can fly, and so forth. At least the x-men powers are a little more creative in using these classics though. And they added optic blasts, teleportation, telepathy, telekinesis, ice based powers and more.
But go through your comics and take a look at all the powers that have been used. A few years ago, X-Force even featured a main character whose powers were vomiting! And one company's character had to be drunk for his powers to work. It's all been thought of and implemented before, so what do you do?
Get creative, like Grant Morrison did with the New X-Men. I didn't care for the run personally, but I can't deny all the various ways Morrison introduced new and newfound powers in new and existing characters respectively. And even in X-Factor today, Quicksilver, a former typical speedster, now moves through time and space at a hyper velocity instead of simply running really fast.
It's this kind of out of the box thinking that will define the heroes of tomorrow. But with so many powers already out there, and so many variations of those powers in existence, creators will forever be hard pressed to discover new ways of utilizing classic powers, or of creating new ones that have not been used before.
Have we run out of creativity and innovation? Is there room for another variation of a teleporter or stretchy hero? It all depends on the use and the delivery, and how well fans receive it. That is the tell all.
Follow the exploits of rockers DEMON TWEAK and the racing clan HARD DRIVING HEROES, as they battle the evil trickster Loki at http://www.classic-comic-book.com . Also read articles on your favorite classic comic book heroes written by our resident historian VIRGIL THE STORYTELLER.
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Sunday, 22 September 2013
French Toile Bedding Tips For A Classic Touch
by: Patricia Bowlin
French toile bedding is enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity for bedroom decorating. What, you may be wondering, is French toile? Quite simply, French toile (twaal) is cotton fabric with all over floral or pastoral prints.
The most common colors are black, navy or blue, red, and green on white or cream backgrounds. These prints work great with French provincial or traditional bedroom furnishings. Genuine toile comes only from France and is quite airy, allowing it to drape well when used in bedding, draperies, bed canopies, or just about anywhere in the home.
Numerous bedding manufacturers offer French toile bedding that is sure to please. Let's look at some of the favorites more closely-
Country Life Toile Black by Waverly features black on off-white print in a traditional 18th Centruly toile de Jouy motif coordinated with a classic country check print. Using three different fabrics, Country Life Black, Classic Ticking Black, and Cheerful Check Black, the ensemble offers a cozy, cottage feel to any bedroom.
Thomasville offers Provence, a whimsical twist on classic French toile. Using a sunny yellow background, the toile print features blue and white gazebo scenes framed in blue floral garlands. Blue and yellow awning stripes create a coordinating bed skirt and boudoir pillow. White and blue gingham check sheets add to the charm of this country-themed French toile bedding. Coordinating accessories are available to design a unique toile bedroom look you'll love.
A.J. Moss Victorian Park toile bedding line boasts elegant yet colorful toile prints on ivory. Choose from blue, red, green, or traditional black to depict the detailed scenes of this French toile bedding print. The comforter, shams, and reversible throw pillows reverse to gingham check print in the colors of the bedding. This gingham print continues on the matching bed skirt and European shams.
Cherrington is another offering from Thomasville in the French toile style. The sapphire and off-white tree of life pattern depicted on the comforter is offset by bold stripes on the bed skirt, European pillow shams, and throw pillows. Sheets are available which reflect the comforter colors, but in reverse colors, making this collection prefer for a master or guest bedroom.
Thomasville has really jumped into the French toile bedding niche. Bouvier, another of their designs, offer classic black and cream toile but updated with modern red accents. The bed skirt adds a leaf print and sheets complete the look using a black and cream windowpane plaid print. This great ensemble uses the beauty of the traditional mixed with flare of modern elements to create a French toile bedding collection that can fit into many less traditional bedroom designs.
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French toile bedding is enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity for bedroom decorating. What, you may be wondering, is French toile? Quite simply, French toile (twaal) is cotton fabric with all over floral or pastoral prints.
The most common colors are black, navy or blue, red, and green on white or cream backgrounds. These prints work great with French provincial or traditional bedroom furnishings. Genuine toile comes only from France and is quite airy, allowing it to drape well when used in bedding, draperies, bed canopies, or just about anywhere in the home.
Numerous bedding manufacturers offer French toile bedding that is sure to please. Let's look at some of the favorites more closely-
Country Life Toile Black by Waverly features black on off-white print in a traditional 18th Centruly toile de Jouy motif coordinated with a classic country check print. Using three different fabrics, Country Life Black, Classic Ticking Black, and Cheerful Check Black, the ensemble offers a cozy, cottage feel to any bedroom.
Thomasville offers Provence, a whimsical twist on classic French toile. Using a sunny yellow background, the toile print features blue and white gazebo scenes framed in blue floral garlands. Blue and yellow awning stripes create a coordinating bed skirt and boudoir pillow. White and blue gingham check sheets add to the charm of this country-themed French toile bedding. Coordinating accessories are available to design a unique toile bedroom look you'll love.
A.J. Moss Victorian Park toile bedding line boasts elegant yet colorful toile prints on ivory. Choose from blue, red, green, or traditional black to depict the detailed scenes of this French toile bedding print. The comforter, shams, and reversible throw pillows reverse to gingham check print in the colors of the bedding. This gingham print continues on the matching bed skirt and European shams.
Cherrington is another offering from Thomasville in the French toile style. The sapphire and off-white tree of life pattern depicted on the comforter is offset by bold stripes on the bed skirt, European pillow shams, and throw pillows. Sheets are available which reflect the comforter colors, but in reverse colors, making this collection prefer for a master or guest bedroom.
Thomasville has really jumped into the French toile bedding niche. Bouvier, another of their designs, offer classic black and cream toile but updated with modern red accents. The bed skirt adds a leaf print and sheets complete the look using a black and cream windowpane plaid print. This great ensemble uses the beauty of the traditional mixed with flare of modern elements to create a French toile bedding collection that can fit into many less traditional bedroom designs.
Hope you enjoyed this little guide to Toile bedding. Now why not give it a try in your very own bedroom.
Pat Bowlin loves to help you create your perfect bedroom sanctuary with hundreds of FREE, helpful ideas, advice and tips bedding of all kinds from pillows, comforters, to blankets, kids and baby bedding: http://www.best-in-bedding.com
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PEX Manifold - The Top 5 Installation Schemes
by: Trinh Jaconskii
Pex manifold is polyethylene which has been cross-linked to create a much stronger material that last for a longer period of time. It can withstand extreme temperatures without cracking or falling apart. If you are planning on using the Pex plumbing system to replace or repair your old pipes but is unsure how to make repairs yourself, know that there are five different ways to install pex plumbing system:
Trunk and Branch Scheme
This system is much like conventional copper pipe system, which uses trunk lines to provide smaller branch lines that run to the fixtures. What sets Pex trunk and branch system is that there is no need for any coupling fittings at all. Compared to copper trunk and branch system, pex tubing reduces the chances of leaks and allows sweeping turns because pex are very flexible.
Home Run Scheme
This scheme uses hot and cold-water pex manifold to deliver water all over your house. For this system, the main water lines as well as the heater line are fed in the manifold while the smaller lines are connected from the pex manifold to the individual fittings. Generally, this set up requires the manifold to be installed in a central area in the home such as the basement or service closet. Manifold for the heated water is fitted no closer than 18 inches to the heater while the manifold for cold water is fixed beside the heated water manifold.
Remote Manifold Scheme
This set up is the combination of both trunk and brand and home-run schemes where the manifolds are fixed in accessible locations close to multiple fittings. The hot and cold water trunk lines are connected to the remote manifold and each branch line run through each fixture. Though remote manifold set-ups require more fittings that home-run set up, they need lesser piping.
Structured Plumbing Scheme
The concept of structured plumbing is the redistribution of heated water with the manifolds set in group fixtures. The hot water line requires open-ended manifolds so that the heated water return line creates an extension to the heated water supply. Because water is redistributed, this scheme reduces energy and water usage, making it ideal for homeowners who prefer cost-effective, energy-efficient plumbing scheme.
Modified Home-Run Scheme
This scheme is very much similar to home-run scheme though this set up use a number of flow-through manifolds instead of the usual central manifolds. One advantage of this set up is that it uses less pex tubing and deliver heated water faster than any pex schemes mentioned in this article.
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Pex manifold is polyethylene which has been cross-linked to create a much stronger material that last for a longer period of time. It can withstand extreme temperatures without cracking or falling apart. If you are planning on using the Pex plumbing system to replace or repair your old pipes but is unsure how to make repairs yourself, know that there are five different ways to install pex plumbing system:
Trunk and Branch Scheme
This system is much like conventional copper pipe system, which uses trunk lines to provide smaller branch lines that run to the fixtures. What sets Pex trunk and branch system is that there is no need for any coupling fittings at all. Compared to copper trunk and branch system, pex tubing reduces the chances of leaks and allows sweeping turns because pex are very flexible.
Home Run Scheme
This scheme uses hot and cold-water pex manifold to deliver water all over your house. For this system, the main water lines as well as the heater line are fed in the manifold while the smaller lines are connected from the pex manifold to the individual fittings. Generally, this set up requires the manifold to be installed in a central area in the home such as the basement or service closet. Manifold for the heated water is fitted no closer than 18 inches to the heater while the manifold for cold water is fixed beside the heated water manifold.
Remote Manifold Scheme
This set up is the combination of both trunk and brand and home-run schemes where the manifolds are fixed in accessible locations close to multiple fittings. The hot and cold water trunk lines are connected to the remote manifold and each branch line run through each fixture. Though remote manifold set-ups require more fittings that home-run set up, they need lesser piping.
Structured Plumbing Scheme
The concept of structured plumbing is the redistribution of heated water with the manifolds set in group fixtures. The hot water line requires open-ended manifolds so that the heated water return line creates an extension to the heated water supply. Because water is redistributed, this scheme reduces energy and water usage, making it ideal for homeowners who prefer cost-effective, energy-efficient plumbing scheme.
Modified Home-Run Scheme
This scheme is very much similar to home-run scheme though this set up use a number of flow-through manifolds instead of the usual central manifolds. One advantage of this set up is that it uses less pex tubing and deliver heated water faster than any pex schemes mentioned in this article.
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Thursday, 19 September 2013
A few simple rules when looking at purchasing a combination lock.
by: Allison Thompson
A combination lock is the type of lock where sequences of numbers or symbols are used to open a lock rather than a key. Often the sequence of number or symbols used is a permutation rather than a real combination and these may be entered either by entering them using a single rotation dial (which interacts with several discs or cams) or by a set of several rotating discs with inscribed numerals or symbols (which directly interact with the locking mechanism itself).
Firstly we will look at multiple dial locks and which is one of the simplest type of combination locks. These are often used for low security situations such as a bicycle lock which has several rotating discs with notches cut into them. The lock is secured by a pin that has several teeth on it which then hook into the discs that rotate around it. Thus when the discs and notches are aligned with the teeth of the pin the lock can open. Unfortunately the disadvantage of this type of lock is that it is considered to be one of the least secure types of combination locks available today.
The opening of such a lock can be done without the combination it all depends on the slight irregularities which will occur during the machining of the locks parts. So unless the lock has been precisely machines (the pin pulled outward) then you are likely to find that one of the teeth will pull more strongly than others on its corresponding disc. Once this disc is rotated and a slight click can be heard this tells the person that the tooth has become placed in its correct notch and thus this procedure can be repeated with the other remaining discs which will result in the lock being opened (a correct combination on such a lock can be found in a very short period of time).
Next we come on to the single-dial locks, these are normally found on padlocks or safes and will often just use a single dial which then interacts with several parallel discs or cams. Such locks are normally opened by the rotation of the dial clockwise to the first numeral and then counter clockwise to the second and so on until in this alternating fashion until the last numeral has been reached. Typically the cams inside the lock have an indentation or notch on them and it is only when the correct combination has been entered and the notches or indentations have become aligned that the latch will be able to fit into them and the lock can be opened.
Certainly these type of combination locks are generally more secure that the multiple dial locks and yet they do have some weaknesses as well. Certainly early combination padlocks which were made by Master Lock could be opened by pulling on the shackle and turning the dial until it stopped and thus each numeral involved in the locks combination could be revealed.
However, the more recent models of the Master padlock now come with 40-position dial and this has a weakness where it gives away the last numeral in the locks combination and the first two numerals of the lock have a mathematical relationship to this one. Because of this weakness it reduces the possible number of combinations a person can try to open it from 64,000 to a mere 100 instead, which results in the lock being opened in a very short time.
Unfortunately an inexpensive padlock is not the solution either as these are often susceptible to them being shimmed, which is often used to release the shackle without the actual combination being entered.
There are many other designs available and many doors lock now use a combination lock system which requires the user to enter a numeric sequence on to a keypad for them to gain entry. However, such locks usually require the use of electronic circuitry to be effective. But the one main advantage of such a system as this is that if it is used for the door of a large office then each member of staff can be provided with the number that they will need to gain access and thus eliminate the use of supplying them with keys which could be either lost or stolen.
The only real disadvantage of this type of lock is that if the code number for entry is discovered by someone who is not employed by the company, or the number is not changed regularly, then access to the property can be gained by an intruder (such as a burglar).
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A combination lock is the type of lock where sequences of numbers or symbols are used to open a lock rather than a key. Often the sequence of number or symbols used is a permutation rather than a real combination and these may be entered either by entering them using a single rotation dial (which interacts with several discs or cams) or by a set of several rotating discs with inscribed numerals or symbols (which directly interact with the locking mechanism itself).
Firstly we will look at multiple dial locks and which is one of the simplest type of combination locks. These are often used for low security situations such as a bicycle lock which has several rotating discs with notches cut into them. The lock is secured by a pin that has several teeth on it which then hook into the discs that rotate around it. Thus when the discs and notches are aligned with the teeth of the pin the lock can open. Unfortunately the disadvantage of this type of lock is that it is considered to be one of the least secure types of combination locks available today.
The opening of such a lock can be done without the combination it all depends on the slight irregularities which will occur during the machining of the locks parts. So unless the lock has been precisely machines (the pin pulled outward) then you are likely to find that one of the teeth will pull more strongly than others on its corresponding disc. Once this disc is rotated and a slight click can be heard this tells the person that the tooth has become placed in its correct notch and thus this procedure can be repeated with the other remaining discs which will result in the lock being opened (a correct combination on such a lock can be found in a very short period of time).
Next we come on to the single-dial locks, these are normally found on padlocks or safes and will often just use a single dial which then interacts with several parallel discs or cams. Such locks are normally opened by the rotation of the dial clockwise to the first numeral and then counter clockwise to the second and so on until in this alternating fashion until the last numeral has been reached. Typically the cams inside the lock have an indentation or notch on them and it is only when the correct combination has been entered and the notches or indentations have become aligned that the latch will be able to fit into them and the lock can be opened.
Certainly these type of combination locks are generally more secure that the multiple dial locks and yet they do have some weaknesses as well. Certainly early combination padlocks which were made by Master Lock could be opened by pulling on the shackle and turning the dial until it stopped and thus each numeral involved in the locks combination could be revealed.
However, the more recent models of the Master padlock now come with 40-position dial and this has a weakness where it gives away the last numeral in the locks combination and the first two numerals of the lock have a mathematical relationship to this one. Because of this weakness it reduces the possible number of combinations a person can try to open it from 64,000 to a mere 100 instead, which results in the lock being opened in a very short time.
Unfortunately an inexpensive padlock is not the solution either as these are often susceptible to them being shimmed, which is often used to release the shackle without the actual combination being entered.
There are many other designs available and many doors lock now use a combination lock system which requires the user to enter a numeric sequence on to a keypad for them to gain entry. However, such locks usually require the use of electronic circuitry to be effective. But the one main advantage of such a system as this is that if it is used for the door of a large office then each member of staff can be provided with the number that they will need to gain access and thus eliminate the use of supplying them with keys which could be either lost or stolen.
The only real disadvantage of this type of lock is that if the code number for entry is discovered by someone who is not employed by the company, or the number is not changed regularly, then access to the property can be gained by an intruder (such as a burglar).
Allison Thompson a work from home mum living in Spain with over 15 years experience in the property management field. She has set up a number of site relating to property matters as well as being the partner in a small real estate company. The sites she has set up deal with all aspects of property and how to make the most of what you have both inside and outdoors. The latest site she has added relates to Landscape Gardening and if you would like to know more please visit http://www.locksmith.oneohtwo.info.
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Why Solid Oak Furniture Is Better Than Veneer
by: Kathryn Dawson
Furniture that has an oak veneer is still legally classed as oak furniture, but the differences between furniture with an oak veneer and solid oak are glaringly obvious. Oak veneer is made by placing a piece of genuine oak on top of another type of wood. Although the finish is oak and can be extremely attractive, underneath a softer, less durable wood is used. It is also far cheaper than choosing solid oak alternatives, but it can be a false economy. Read on to see why solid oak is always better than oak veneer.
There is a place for oak veneer furniture. On furniture that is rarely seen and rarely used, a veneer can work extremely well. It is cheap to purchase and can make very cheap materials such as plywood, MDF or chipboard look like oak. The difficulty is that veneers are simply not strong or durable. They can warp or bubble and gradually over time the wood starts to look shabby and will eventually need replacing. Solid oak furniture does not suffer from this blight. It will last decades, even lifetimes. Solid oak antique furniture often gets passed down from one generation to another because it continuously outlasts it owners! Antique shops today house oak furniture from hundreds of years ago that still looks as good as ever. Rather like a bottle of wine, oak gets better with age which is another reason it is so valuable.
Solid oak doesn't fade or wear away of suffer from everyday use. It is such a hard, dense wood that it withstands anything, even water. Because it is so water resistant it can even be used in the bathroom. Oak furniture will never need replacing. The same cannot be said for oak veneer however which will likely need replacing between 5 and 10 years after purchase. Although the initial cost of solid oak furniture is greater, the fact that is lasts makes it in the long term a better investment. Furthermore as it ages it even gains value. There is little value in furniture made from plywood with an oak veneer - antique shops in years to come will not be stocking this.
You can tell a product is solid oak rather than a veneer just from sight and feel. Solid oak is very heavy because it is such a dense wood. Furniture with a veneer is much easier to pick up and move around. Having a good look at the furniture you will be able to see the different woods being used, especially if there is just a part veneer. Opening the drawers or peering underneath will usually provide the signs. Make sure you buy your furniture from a reputable seller for reassurance that the item you are buying is in fact solid oak and not a partial or full veneer.
When solid oak furniture is present in a room, it provides an instant style and elegance that is often absent from other timbers or materials. If you want your home to look its best then there is no doubt that oak furniture will make that happen. It is very versatile and comes in a range of colours. For smaller or more modern homes, a lighter tone will work best. Larger or more traditional rooms work best with darker shades.
Solid oak furniture although more expensive is the very best type of material to use for furniture. It outlasts oak veneer by decades and provides an unparalleled style and elegance in the room. Whether it is Mobel oak furniture you choose, Cuba oak or another style altogether you will be pleased you made the right choice and will continue to enjoy your furniture for many years to come.
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Furniture that has an oak veneer is still legally classed as oak furniture, but the differences between furniture with an oak veneer and solid oak are glaringly obvious. Oak veneer is made by placing a piece of genuine oak on top of another type of wood. Although the finish is oak and can be extremely attractive, underneath a softer, less durable wood is used. It is also far cheaper than choosing solid oak alternatives, but it can be a false economy. Read on to see why solid oak is always better than oak veneer.
There is a place for oak veneer furniture. On furniture that is rarely seen and rarely used, a veneer can work extremely well. It is cheap to purchase and can make very cheap materials such as plywood, MDF or chipboard look like oak. The difficulty is that veneers are simply not strong or durable. They can warp or bubble and gradually over time the wood starts to look shabby and will eventually need replacing. Solid oak furniture does not suffer from this blight. It will last decades, even lifetimes. Solid oak antique furniture often gets passed down from one generation to another because it continuously outlasts it owners! Antique shops today house oak furniture from hundreds of years ago that still looks as good as ever. Rather like a bottle of wine, oak gets better with age which is another reason it is so valuable.
Solid oak doesn't fade or wear away of suffer from everyday use. It is such a hard, dense wood that it withstands anything, even water. Because it is so water resistant it can even be used in the bathroom. Oak furniture will never need replacing. The same cannot be said for oak veneer however which will likely need replacing between 5 and 10 years after purchase. Although the initial cost of solid oak furniture is greater, the fact that is lasts makes it in the long term a better investment. Furthermore as it ages it even gains value. There is little value in furniture made from plywood with an oak veneer - antique shops in years to come will not be stocking this.
You can tell a product is solid oak rather than a veneer just from sight and feel. Solid oak is very heavy because it is such a dense wood. Furniture with a veneer is much easier to pick up and move around. Having a good look at the furniture you will be able to see the different woods being used, especially if there is just a part veneer. Opening the drawers or peering underneath will usually provide the signs. Make sure you buy your furniture from a reputable seller for reassurance that the item you are buying is in fact solid oak and not a partial or full veneer.
When solid oak furniture is present in a room, it provides an instant style and elegance that is often absent from other timbers or materials. If you want your home to look its best then there is no doubt that oak furniture will make that happen. It is very versatile and comes in a range of colours. For smaller or more modern homes, a lighter tone will work best. Larger or more traditional rooms work best with darker shades.
Solid oak furniture although more expensive is the very best type of material to use for furniture. It outlasts oak veneer by decades and provides an unparalleled style and elegance in the room. Whether it is Mobel oak furniture you choose, Cuba oak or another style altogether you will be pleased you made the right choice and will continue to enjoy your furniture for many years to come.
Kathryn Dawson writes articles for Oak Furniture Solutions, an online shop for competitively priced solid oak furniture in the UK. Oak Furniture Solutions carries hundreds of products from the Mobel oak furniture collection to the fashionable Cuba oak range.
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