A house, no matter how beautiful and well-kept, is not complete without a formal or informal arrangement of plants and flowers. Yes, landscaping does improve the natural beauty of the land and effectively “frames” a house. Landscaping is not only environmental-friendly but it also increases the value of your home and serves as a haven for garden-friendly insects and birds. 1. Landscape Design Styles: There are several types of landscaping styles that you can use.
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Hydroponics technically means “working water”. History attests that ancient civilizations such as Egyptian and Aztecs heavily relied on hydroponics for growing crops. Today, hydroponics systems have gained enormous popularity in varied places all over the world. With this system it is possible to grow plants with their roots in nutrient-rich water or in medium such as gravel, perlite, and expanded clay, coconut husk or expanded clay. How Hydroponics Works: Basically, hydroponics is a branch of.
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“Roman blinds” during the reign of Roman Emperor Vespasian were just damp sheets hung on windows to keep heat and dust out of Roman homes. With the Roman summers in the high 90s, a wet and thick sheet for a window barrier was just fitting. Over the ages, the Roman blinds or shades have evolved in terms of materials, designs and technology. However, its usage as a heat and dust protecting sheet for homes (and.
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The term ‘chandelier’ is rooted in the Latin word candelabrum which simply means ‘candle’. The first candle chandeliers were used in the homes of the rich during the medieval times. These chandeliers were mostly wooded crosses hoisted up on a chain or rope. The spikes on the wooden cross held the candles for illumination. Over the centuries, the simple chandelier evolved, thanks to electricity and modern technology. The Italian chandelier is one of the most.
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The art of creating or crafting beautiful and colorful images with the use of small pieces of colored stone, glasses, ceramic or any other material is called Mosaic. This form of art work has been in existence since Ancient Greek and Roman times. Through the ages, mosaic art has evolved in terms of technique and material used but its essence remains the same. Mosaic art depicts the culture, history, signs and scenes typical of the.
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