Large windows often provide glorious views and plenty of light. However, during the summer months, copious amounts of sunlight through windows quickly warms a home beyond comfort. During the winter, keeping cold weather from affecting the interior temperature of a house also poses challenges for some homeowners. Cellular shades are a smart option to help regulate…
Consumers have many choices when it comes to various products. It’s America and there are plenty of places to shop. First it was the big box stores opening and then the internet. We do not know what the future holds, but one thing is certain. Consumers represent 70% of the purchases made in America so there is a…
I remember when it came time to buy a television when I was a kid, it was a big deal to do so with my family. Televisions were major investments and those of us who had the big console televisions, well we were living BIG. Televisions were an investment and we did not take lightly when it…
The automatic home may sound somewhat futuristic, but it’s here now, ready to make your life easier. There are many different features you can control remotely or program in advance, from small appliances to overall home security.
Futurists have been talking about automating homes since the 1980’s, and, at least to a certain extent, the talk has become tangible. Swathes of furnishings and fixtures now come with controllers and motors that make their use easier and safer. The automatic home is in everyone’s reach, though you may have to start with one area of…
