What are the early signs of hearing loss?
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Some helpful background information on vinyl windows
By now, anyone who owns a house knows something about vinyl windows. This material has… [more]
Metal roofing improves energy efficiency
More and more homeowners are looking for energy-saving building materials for their renovations… [more]
Some hints to keep in mind when shopping for steaks
For meat lovers, a juicy steak dinner with all the fixings represents the ultimate dining… [more]
Why buy a sewing machine?
While it’s true that today’s sewing machines tend to be purchased primarily by hobby… [more]
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Efficient kitchen organization
Having a beautiful, well-appointed kitchen is only part of the kitchen design. It should also be a functional and suitably organized workspace. The major areas of activity in the kitchen include the food storage area, where dishes are kept, … [More...]
As the snow melts off the deck in your backyard, you may begin to realize that it just doesn’t have the same pop that it used to. Its colour is faded, the wood looks dull and the elements have left its surface peeling and sloppy looking. … [More...]
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Electric and ethanol – additional heat alternatives
Maybe you live in an older house or building. Perhaps you own. Or perhaps you rent. Either way, there are other means of adding additional heat to your home, especially if you have little or no control over the primary heat source and are … [More...]
Marathon tips
Contrary to Aesop, ‘slow and steady” will finish the race but, unless you get caught up in one of those nasty tortoise/hare scenarios, you probably won’t win with slow and steady. That being said, your goal may be to finish the … [More...]
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The pleasures of dining outdoors
One of the most welcoming signs of spring is when your favourite local restaurant opens their patio doors for business. Sure tulips are lovely and birds chirping are enchanting, but nothing quite warms the blood of a sun-starved Southern Ontarian than the chance to finally get outside again after a long winter and have a drink with friends on a patio. It truly re-awakens the spirit. Liane Tucker, Chef of Salamanders in Kemptville, says the … [More...]
Telephone vs cable linked alarm system
The majority of alarm systems use the telephone network. The alarm company installs a device that uses the telephone line to communicate with the central monitoring center when an alarm goes off. No one can stop the alarm signal from communicating; no one can use the telephone. Today’s criminals are tech-savvy and know that cutting the telephone line before they enter the house prevents the alarm signal from being sent to the central … [More...]
Say goodbye to those nasty germs with the evoCube
Most jobs, whether you are a doctor or a writer, a restaurant manager or a server, now require you to use a computer as part of your work. Whether you have your own computer or are using a central computer that is shared with others, it's likely been a long time since anyone properly cleaned the mouse or keyboard. Both your mouse and keyboard are full of germs. A study done by British magazine Which? Computing in 2008 found that keyboards … [More...]
Planet Advance Technologies
Planet Advance Technologies is excited to announce that they have become the Canadian distributor for the evoCube a laser projection keyboard and mouse. We will be launching this exciting new product in December and we are expecting it to change the way you interact with your mobile devices. The evoCube uses a laser to project a full size keyboard on your workspace. The central optical sensor works with an invisible infrared layer to … [More...]
Your child’s first glasses
Vision problems can develop quite quickly if left unchecked in children. Although catching a potential eyesight problem early is easy, with regular visits to an optometrist, getting your child to wear a new pair of glasses can prove challenging: however, there are key things you can do to help your child with the transition. Start with engaging your child in the frame selection process. If they are allowed to choose their glasses, they are … [More...]