We have some original ideas for your next pool party if you’re ready to be a little more inventive than cooking burgers or ordering pizza and sticking with the same luau theme. We’re here to help you kick your party off with imaginative themes, organizing advice, and suggestions for how to play your favorite music! […]
Top 3 Pool Maintenance Tasks & Tips for Handling Them
The next thing demanding your attention after making all those important decisions regarding your new pool is pool maintenance. If you’ve never had to consider pool upkeep before or never owned a pool in the past, this may seem like a difficult undertaking. But don’t worry, pool upkeep can soon become a way of life […]
How to Prevent Tipping-Related Injuries, Part 2
Televisions are a major cause of tipping-related injuries and fatalities, in addition to accidents involving just furniture (see Part 1). In fact, both TVs and furniture are involved in a startling 70% of tipping events. Let’s examine the significance of this issue and what you may do to address it. How Serious Are TV-Related Tipping […]
How to Prevent Tipping-Related Injuries, Part 1
What does it mean to prioritize safety when choosing furnishings for your child’s bedroom? Well, for starters, it entails anchoring furniture to prevent the possibility of tipping. How dangerous is furniture tipping, and how can it be avoided? The solutions might surprise you. How Common Are Injuries & Deaths Caused by Furniture Tipping? Two children […]
The Natural Appeal of Walnut Wood
It’s no secret that the McIlvain family has a long history in the U.S. lumber industry that extends back to before our country was even a nation. But did you know that throughout the Colonial era, Walnut lumber was also exported? British and European artisans were quick to notice this native species’ distinctively appealing hue […]
Benefits of Owning Your Own Swimming Pool
We’re confident that you are aware of a few significant benefits of having your own backyard or indoor swimming pool. However, there are certainly several others that you haven’t even considered yet! Improved Hygiene for Your Family Having your own pool may not seem to be as cost-effective as frequent trips to a water park […]
Decision Making: 3 Types of Swimming Pool Construction
We are confident that you will be happy for many years to come with your smart choice to put a swimming pool in your backyard. However, it’s also just the first of many choices which you’ll have to make before you can start enjoying your own pool’s beauty and taking advantage of your pool’s many […]
Health Advantages for Pool Owners
Installing a swimming pool in your backyard makes a lot of sense since it can be a lot of fun. But regardless of how you intend to use your pool, you might not even be aware of all the health advantages that can come with pool ownership. There will undoubtedly be some additional benefits that […]
Home Automation for Beginners: Setting Up Your X10 System
Whether you purchase an X10 Home Automation or Homes Security Bundle from x10.com or design your own system using various components, the same basic setup steps will apply. Step 1: Know How It Works As you set up your X10 system, it will probably be helpful to understand the basics of how the components work […]
Industrial & Commercial Property Concrete Parking Lots
Every industrial or commercial facility needs to have a parking lot. They can be constructed from concrete, asphalt, or gravel. A smooth, defect-free parking lot on your property will help to foster a secure, effective working environment at your factory, plant, or place of business. We’re confident that everyone who drives or walks on […]