While the baby stage may last a year or two longer than a wedding celebration, you’ll likely rue the day you spent so much money — or registered for so many pricey items — you used only a handful of months. Babies really do grow very quickly! We’ve already discussed two reasons you should ditch […]
Why You Should Ditch the Baby Monitor, Reason #2: Quality
Not only are many traditional baby monitors overpriced — the #1 reason to consider an alternative — but often, they also use inferior technology. Inferior to what, you might ask? Inferior to what most of us use for other functions in our lives and throughout our homes. In a day when we use our smartphones […]
All About Meranti – the New Philippine Mahogany
If you’re familiar with the boat building industry, you probably associate Philippine Mahogany with the iconic Chris Craft boats dating back to the 1930s. Of course, the fact that this unusual species works for boats means that it’s more than suitable for other exterior projects, too. Philippine Mahogany works well for exterior applications such as […]
Recommended Bookcase Beds for Kids, Part 3
Bookcase Beds don’t always have a bookshelf or two built into the headboard; sometimes, they offer more traditional bookshelves positioned beneath the bed itself! If you haven’t found the perfect match for your taste and your child’s bedroom quite yet (in our first or second posts), we think these next three options are worth a […]
Recommended Bookcase Beds for Kids, Part 2
Whether you lack the space for an added piece, such as a nightstand or free-standing bookcase, or you simply need extra storage, a Bookcase Bed might just be the piece you need to complete your child’s bedroom. The Bedroom Source carries several options for you, and we’re proud to showcase a few of our favorites. […]
Recommended Bookcase Beds for Kids, Part 1
Maybe a full-sized bookcase won’t fit in your child’s bedroom, or you don’t need quite as much space as one would provide. Enter the Bookcase Bed. As a subset of the Storage Bed category, this combination piece is one for the books! The Madison Bookcase Bed On display in our Long Island Showroom, the Madison […]
Why You Should Ditch the Baby Monitor, Reason #1: Price
Okay, we’re not encouraging you to go all out-of-sight-out-of-mind in your parenting, here. There is a time to relinquish helicopter parenting and give your kids a little freedom, but clearly the infant and toddler years aren’t that time. What we are suggesting is that you think outside the baby box and reconsider purchasing a product […]
Tropical Decking Alternatives from J. Gibson McIlvain
While Ipe and Cumaru are certainly our most popular decking species, we also offer several other species options for those who wish to save a little money or branch out into less commonly chartered territory. Alterative #1: Jatoba Also known as Brazilian Cherry, Jatoba is crossing over from interior flooring to a highly prized decking […]
Snap, Crackle, or Pop? (Interpreting Your Knee Noises)
While it’s good to try to discipline your body and strengthen your muscles, the “no pain, no gain” concept isn’t always wise. Sometimes we need to listen to our bodies so we don’t cause lasting damage. Many knee patients want to know why their knees make noises. Are your knees trying to tell you something? […]
How To Save with X10 Home Security System Kits, Part 2
As with the starter home security kits described in a previous post, these larger kits include 5 layers of protection against would-be intruders and theft. By including both preventive measures and multiple triggers for alarms, you can rest assured with SecuriLINK, knowing your home and possessions will be protected even when you’re away, and your […]