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Awnings & Shades for Tiny Homes

February 24, 2020
interior tiny home

Discover Attractive Awnings And Shades For Tiny Homes in Central Texas Today, as the popularity of “tiny homes” increases in many areas, homeowners may wonder if awnings and shades are appropriate for these specialized dwellings. Patio Enclosures For Tiny Homes Customized fiberglass mesh patio enclosures made of Mermet® Screens are perfect options for tiny homes. […]

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Common Insect-borne Diseases

January 31, 2020
insect screen door

You may ignore the importance of insect screens, but these devices are essential in developing countries where insect-borne diseases are common. Some of the most common diseases include malaria, yellow fever or West Nile fever. Most insect-borne diseases are transmitted by mosquitoes, but there are conditions that are transmitted by other flying insects. In developing […]

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How to Protect Your Indoor Furniture From Harmful UV Rays

November 15, 2019
Sunlight through window

The furniture inside your home is expensive and in some cases, it has sentimental value because the furniture is a family heirloom. Sunlight that enters through windows can damage the wood or the upholstery on your furniture. This is caused by the sun’s ultraviolet rays, but there are ways for you to protect your home’s […]

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What to Look for in Exterior Solar Screens

October 24, 2019
Patio Shades

Exterior solar screens are becoming a must-have for the modern home. They can block up to 90% of the sun rays, lowering cooling expenses. Remember, these rays can do a number on your interior design scheme including significant furniture discoloration. If you want to make the most out of your exterior solar screens, use this […]

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Why Retractable Awnings Are The Best Awnings For Decks & Patios

September 5, 2019
striped patio awning above lake

The Best Awnings For Decks Umbrellas, trees and other objects are strategically used around the household in order to shade a deck or patio. Although these strategies are certainly viable, they may not be as effective as you first thought. It’s time to think out of the box with an installation of retractable awnings. These […]

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How Much Cooler is it in the Shade of an Awning?

August 12, 2019
shaded bench

Though awnings look nice, some people wonder how effective these sunshades really are. Some wonder whether or not there is a difference between the temperature under the awning and the atmospheric temperature. The following is meant to help you see how effective awnings are. A Look at Temperature To understand how effective awnings are, you […]

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The Best Types of Awning Brackets for Your Home

July 17, 2019
striped red awning above pool

What Are Awning Brackets? Porch awnings for home provide a wonderful solution to beating the heat while still enjoying the incomparable qualities of nature in Texas. A door awning can complete the appeal of your home entrances and offer sun protection for yourself and visitors. It is important to note, however, that regardless of whether […]

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How to Protect Your Outdoor Furniture

May 10, 2019
patio space drawing

Protecting Your Outdoor Furniture Your outdoor furniture needs to be protected from the elements and kept clean. You’ll also want to invest in furniture that’s built of weather tolerant or properly treated wood to keep it in good shape for years to come. Avoiding Sun Damage While storms can do a number on your cushions, […]

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Are Your Shading Solutions Dog-Proof?

March 26, 2019
dog proof shading

For many homeowners, dogs are essentially a part of the family. Many people go out of their way to assure that living spaces are more dog-friendly, from the living room to the backyard deck. Tailoring your home to an animal can be quite different from designing for people, though. If window shading is your next […]

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How to Measure Windows Properly

March 4, 2019
how to measure windows

Let’s say you’re looking to improve the state of your windows by adding some new blinds or shades. Stylistic and functional choices are going to be important, but you also need to make sure that you are working with the correct dimensions. You don’t want to bring home your new blinds or shades, just to […]

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