Monday, December 26, 2011

Lighting Options For the Kitchen

!±8± Lighting Options For the Kitchen

Depending on the style and layout of your kitchen you may have more lighting options than you thought. There are plenty of choices when it comes to lighting a kitchen but not every selection will fit every type of kitchen. Here are just some of the options and things to keep in mind when choosing kitchen lighting.

Under the Cabinet Lighting

Under the cabinet lighting can definitely enhance the look of a kitchen. They key to under cabinet lighting is picking a type of light that best fits your layout, especially that of your cabinets. There may be areas that you don't want lit and you have to consider this before just diving into the project. There are three different under cabinet lighting options to choose from. Incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps, and LED lights are all available. Do your research on each type of lamp to decide which one is best for you and your kitchen.

Decorative Lighting Can Add Style

If your major concern is making sure that your new light fits the style of the room, then you will most likely want to consider decorative lighting. Decorative lighting hangs from the ceiling or it can be flush with the ceiling. Products like chandeliers and pendant lights are examples of decorative lighting options; these types of light fixtures not only look attractive but can also provide plenty of light for the room. Choose a fixture that matches the style or theme of your kitchen to make the light look even more appealing.

Track Lighting is Great in the Kitchen

If you have seen pictures or visited any new homes of late you may have seen track lighting in the kitchen. Track lighting is becoming quite a popular option in kitchen these days. The reason is that track lighting allows you to simply point your lights were you need them the most, such as by the stove or towards the countertops. Track lighting is also much more attractive than it used to be. It comes in many different styles and designs now.

If you want to get creative with your track lighting then consider a track that is curved or in an "S" shape instead of a simple straight line.

Recessed Lighting is Common in Kitchens

Another popular lighting option for kitchens is recessed lighting. Recessed lights are lights that are actually installed right in the ceiling. Most recessed lights are aim-able so that, just like track lighting, you can point the light at whatever spot you want in the kitchen. Recessed lighting offers a clean and streamlined look and goes great with modern and contemporary kitchens. Since recessed lighting has to be installed in the ceiling, it's a wise decision to have an electrician install the lights so that you know they are done properly and safely.

These are just some of the many different lighting options that are available for kitchens. Be sure that you do your research and find a light that matches the style of your kitchen and highlights your beautiful space. Aid to use some creativity, it just might inspire you to be creative at your job.


Lighting Options For the Kitchen

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Thrillist - North Gate Grill - Washington DC

People do crazy things to dine near the president, like sneak past the Secret Service to attend a state dinner, or skip a night of boning Journey guitarist Neal Schon to attend a state dinner. Get close without getting arrested/Nealed, at the North Gate Grill. Located "just steps away from the north gate of the White House", the NGG serves up locally sourced "refined homestyle dishes" amidst floor-to-ceiling windows, hanging pendant lighting, and cherry-wood arch transoms, all set inside the historic Capital Hilton, which sees the president 6-10 times a year, 6-9 if it's Clinton. Naughty! Tweaks on classics include Roseda Farm steak frites w/ Parm-truffle fries, artichoke & goat cheese ravioli w/ brown sage-buttered cremini/shiitake/lobster mushrooms, and roasted chicken w/ sautéed kale and stone grits from Byrd Mills -- also a wedding where Heather said "I'd like to marry another old white guy, but maybe a senator instead of a musician". Meanwhile, presidential lunch runs from Camembert fritters, to the always-exciting Hotbrown sandwich, to a salad loaded with pulled chicken, crumbled VT goat cheese, and dried dates dubbed the "Capital", where it's true that most dates are fairly dried. For the man who wakes up with the sun, then sneaks out before the sun can make pillow-talk, they're offering a nice set-up of waffles, omelets, and cooked-to-order eggs called "The Capital Buffet", an affair you'll no doubt attend faithfully. Faithfully. I'm forever yours. Faithfully ...

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Saturday, December 17, 2011

Simple Best Quality Unique Overhead Lighting - 11" Capiz Sea Shell Hanging Ceiling Light Fixture Lamp

!±8± Simple Best Quality Unique Overhead Lighting - 11" Capiz Sea Shell Hanging Ceiling Light Fixture Lamp

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A distinctive, beautiful, simple hanging lantern, a wonderfully simple alternative to installing a ceiling light fixture. Hand crafted with a spherical shape Capiz sea shell shade, with UL approved insulated powercord, US standard size bulb socket, and wheel switch. Designed to accommodate either a 60 w incandecent bulb, or up to a 200 w compact flourecent bulb. Perfect for any room in the home, adds a subtle, exotic element to your décor, ships in 48 hours, professionally packed & insured from our Massachusettes warehouse via Fed Ex, expedited delivery available. Browse our extraordinary collection of unique Asian design lighting- Japanese shoji lanterns, oriental lamps, bamboo floor lamps, wood & paper floor & table lamps, even end table lamp lanterns. We offer one of the world's largest selection of panel screen room dividers, Japanese tansus, Chinese laquer cabinets, Japanese tatami mats, bamboo & paper blinds, bamboo & sisal rugs, Japanese & Chinese wall art & Buddha statues, unique decorative accessories & accents!

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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Chapter 06 - Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis

Chapter 6. Classic Literature VideoBook with synchronized text, interactive transcript, and closed captions in multiple languages. Audio courtesy of Librivox. Read by Mike Vendetti. Playlist for Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis: www.youtube.com

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Saturday, December 10, 2011

How to Install a Ceiling Fan - The Easy Way

!±8± How to Install a Ceiling Fan - The Easy Way

When you have an easy to install ceiling fan, it can make a big difference in the climate of your home in both winter and summer. Your first step in installing a new ceiling fan is deciding where you want the fan located. The usual place to install one is in the middle of the room where it usually replaces a central light fixture. The center of the room will provide a smooth air flow to the rest of the room.

A fan uses about the same power as a light ceiling fixture, so your electrical circuit should not get overloaded. If your fan has lights as well, you should ensure that the circuit can handle the load. If it can't, you will have to run a new circuit with a new circuit breaker. If you don't have a central ceiling fixture, you will have to create one by bringing electrical power to it. You can easily tap into an existing circuit for this.

You should then check the floor to ceiling height of the blades. Measure the floor to ceiling distance and subtract for the part of the fan that will hang below the ceiling to the lower blade surface. The minimum height recommended is 7 feet.

If you find that the floor to ceiling distance is to small, check into a low ceiling mount for the fan. With certain fan models, you can increase the fan blade height by as much as ten inches. You will need at least twelve inches between your ceiling and the top of the fan blades to ensure proper airflow. If you have the space, eighteen inches works best.

Before you begin to install your new ceiling fan, it is of utmost importance that you turn off the power. You can't begin work until the power to the light fixture's circuit breaker or fuse is off. It is only then that you should remove the light fixture. Be sure you read all of the installation instructions and the electrical safety tips before beginning as well. This can mean the difference between a smooth and simple installation, and an installation that involves a trip to your local emergency room.


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Sunday, December 4, 2011

Outdoor Solar Lights For Basketball Courts

!±8± Outdoor Solar Lights For Basketball Courts

Anyone who has ever enjoyed playing basketball during the day has wanted to play at night but not all basketball courts have lights. Why, well conventional lighting is expensive and uses lots of electricity during nighttime hours. Whoever the property owner is probably didn't want to have a sky-high electric bill or in most cases, if the basketball court is owned by the city, the city did not want to pay for the ongoing electricity bill.

This is one instance where outdoor solar lighting is perfect. Simply perfect. Outdoor solar lights are a very unique product in that they contain solar cells that notice, store, and release light as the sun begins to set. Every solar garden light has built in semiconductors that absorb the sun's light, which then interacts with other very intricate parts that create solar powered electricity. Each unit has a sensor that sends a signal to the solar cell when its time to begin releasing light or when it is time to slowly stop releasing light and begin storing it again. This perfected technology along with countless models to choose from have proven to be the most popular lighting product for residential & commercial basketball courts. This basically means that during the day light is being stored and as the sun begins to set, these lights begin to give off more and more free light.

Every single online provider of outdoor solar lighting has multiple options to choose from. This will ensure that no matter the size or set up of your court, they have packages that will fit your needs and budget perfectly. Online providers specialize in providing you with outdoor solar lighting at a low initial cost that will not cost you a dime nor raise your utility bill in the future, which is the whole purpose of solar energy. Of course there is a cost to have them installed but with the current state of the economy, just about every online provider has steeply discounted their costs.

These lighting packages for basketball courts do come ready to install or you can have them installed. Depending on the size of your court and how much lighting you will need will probably determine whether or not you install them on your own. The most important aspect of installing these solar lights is that they're placed where they're in direct sunlight during the day. This will ensure they get a full charge daily. There are full and half court packages to choose from. If and when you choose to install them on your own, the specialized kits eliminate "guesswork" during installation.

Just like basketball courts can be customized, so can these lighting packages. They come in a wide range of options like powder coat finishes, galvanized, tall short, custom colors with your favorite logos and more. As mentioned earlier most online providers are really giving some heavy discounts because of the current state of the economy but with that being said, these packages come priced including installation and set up but can save a good bit by installing them on your own. If you find yourself interested in solar lighting for a basketball court, don't go to a retailer like Lowe's or Home Depot, shop online because most online providers will give you an immediate discount before checking out.


Outdoor Solar Lights For Basketball Courts

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Thursday, December 1, 2011

Unique Electric Light Fixture Alternative - 17" Yamanote Japanese Hanging Pendant Ceiling Lantern

!±8± Unique Electric Light Fixture Alternative - 17" Yamanote Japanese Hanging Pendant Ceiling Lantern


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Our Yamanote hanging lantern is a simple, inexpensive alternative to an electrician installed a light fixture, and much better looking! Just pick a spot where you need overhead lighting- above the dining room table, over the stairs, or your favorite reading chair. These lanterns are completely portable, not built into the ceiling, so you can just hang them on hook, screwed into the ceiling. The UL approved bulb socket, power cord, & plug are all standard American size, use either an incandescent or energy saving compact flourescent bulb. These lanterns are attractive, go up in minutes, and you can move them you want to, and take them with you when you move. Browse our entire collection of unique Japanese style lamps & lanterns, Chinese porcelain oriental table lamp, & string lights on the Oriental Furniture storefront on Amazon.com. Also, we offer one of the web's largest collections of Japanese style room dividers, tatami mats, bamboo rugs, natural sisal rugs, bamboo & paper window blinds, wall art & statues, furniture & distinctive, unique gifts- & more!

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Monday, November 28, 2011

Part 2 - Chs 06-10 - The Awakening by Kate Chopin

Part 2 (Chapters 6-10). Classic Literature VideoBook with synchronized text, interactive transcript, and closed captions in multiple languages. Audio courtesy of Librivox. Read by Elizabeth Klett. Playlist for The Awakening by Kate Chopin: www.youtube.com

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Friday, November 25, 2011

Ancient Aliens S01E05 - The Return (VOSTFR)

Saison 1 - Episode 5 : "The Return" (Diffusé le 25 Mai 2010) Un contact extraterrestre aurait eu lieu pendant la bataille de Los Angeles en 1942 ! Retour sur le mystérieux crash OVNI de Roswell en 1947. Les essais de l'Homme, de rentrer en contact avec des extraterrestres grâce au Projet SETI. Que se passerait-il, si l'humanité entrerait en contact avec une civilisation venue de l'espace ? Sommes-nous prêt a affronter un tel évènement ? Comment allons-nous communiquer avec eux ? SAISON 1 --- Episode pilote : www.youtube.com Episode 1 : www.youtube.com Episode 2 : www.youtube.com Episode 3 : www.youtube.com Episode 4 : www.youtube.com Episode 5 (Final) : www.youtube.com SAISON 2 --- Episode 1 : www.youtube.com Episode 2 : www.youtube.com Episode 3 : www.youtube.com Episode 4 : www.youtube.com Episode 5 : www.youtube.com Episode 6 : www.youtube.com Episode 7 : www.youtube.com Episode 8 : www.youtube.com Episode 9 : www.youtube.com Episode 10 (Final) : www.youtube.com

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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

How To Read Jewelry Marks

!±8± How To Read Jewelry Marks

The number markings on precious gold jewelry are a bit of confusion to lots of people. We are generally used to seeing a karat or silver mark like this: 10K, 14K, 18K, Sterling, etc. The numbers mean the same thing.

For 14k the number is technically 583 but most manufacturers adopted the European way and make 14k gold a tiny bit over 14k, so the mark is 585 in most 14k jewelry. 18K is marked 750. If the mark is valid and there is a makers mark also in the jewelry, the number means these items are 18k gold.

Here is where the numbers come from. Pure gold is called 24 karat. For 18k gold, there are 18 parts of pure gold mixed with other metals to make the metal suitable for use in jewelry. 24k is too soft alone to stand up or to hold stones well. 18 parts pure gold divided by 24, or 18/24 equals 750. That is where the number comes from. The jewelry is 75% pure gold, 750 parts gold with 250 parts other metals out of "1000" parts. It is easier to think of it as a percent which is pure gold in the recipe.

Sterling silver is marked 925. Sterling is 92.5% pure silver and the rest is other metal, generally copper.
What does it mean if the ring marked 14K PR? The 14K simply means it is 14K (Karat) gold and because of the K means it would have been made in either South East Asia or The United States. The PR marks are just the Maker or Store ID or even a design mark, and have no relevence to the Value.

The basic decimal formula to work out the quality of gold content is quite simple, as they are all measured in 'Parts per Thousand.' This means that 9ct gold is calculated like this: 9 (for 9ct) is divided by pure gold (24) and then multiplied by 1000 (for pure gold as a decimal). ie: 9/24*1000=375 That 375 is the decimal quality for 9ct gold and is sometimes shown with a decimal point in front - .375

The old Victorian standard of 15ct gold is calculated the same way - 15/24*1000 = 625 (Not quite the numbers you have on your jewelry. Dental gold is 16ct or 666 recurring. But you can also reverse this formula by starting with the decimal and working back. ie: 375/1000*24 = 9

In your case we can use 698/1000*24 = almost 17ct
I have a platinum engagement ring and found a wedding ring that I really like but the band is made of palladium. Is it safe to wear these two metals together without one damaging the other?

It will wear the softer metal OVER TIME but that could take many years. My Grandmothers wedding ring eventually wore away the band of her engagement ring but it took over 20 years to do.

Platinum and Palladium and quite good together but I would take the advice of your local friendly jeweler and have them check both rings. Sometimes the Platinum may be a lower grade in order to make it harder - so have that checked.


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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Tips on How to Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights Safely

!±8± Tips on How to Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights Safely

Christmas is a time for celebrating and Christmas decorations really get people into the joyful spirit. Outdoor Christmas lights, however, are sometimes tricky to install and dangerous if the correct precautions are not taken. It is important to be safe when installing Christmas decorations.

To safely install Christmas lights, it is recommended not to wait until the last minute. When installing outdoor lights, there shouldn't be any snow or ice on the ground. Installing lights when there is still grass is the best way to ensure safety and ease. To simplify the task, you should install hooks around the house where the lights will be. These hooks should be left there year round since they do not take up a lot of space and can really speed up the process for the following years.

Once the hooks are installed, the lights can be attached to them. It is a good idea to test the lights before hanging them to make sure they work properly. When putting the lights up, use a ladder that is safely planted on the ground and make sure that someone is holding the bottom part of the ladder for safety.

For best outdoor Christmas lights results, you should consider LED lights. LED lights come in various colours and last a lot longer than other type of Christmas lights. Also, LED lights do not all burn out when only one bulbs blows which happens with the other type of lights. The thickness and toughness of these lights allow them to last longer and be much more durable than other types of lights.

Decorating outdoors does not have to be limited to the household. To really get a great Christmas look, you should consider decorating other outdoor areas. Installing Christmas lights along walkways really gives a great look for the holidays. Another way to decorate your outdoor surroundings is by installing Christmas lights around trees near your property, which makes it look like you have Christmas trees outside. There are many ways to get a great Christmas look for your house; it is important to innovate and be creative.

Installing outdoor Christmas lights can be fun for the whole family, so have the children untangle the cords while you install the lights. Remember to keep proven safety measures and to use the proper outdoor extension cords for safe and effective handling of electricity. Also, do not plug all of the cords into the same outlet to avoid any electrical problems.


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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Chapter 16 - The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain

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Friday, November 11, 2011

White Swag Style Plug-In Chandelier

!±8± White Swag Style Plug-In Chandelier

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Add instant style and glamour with this swag chandelier. Plug the light into any standard wall outlet, then hang the cord on the included swag hooks. Drape the cord as desired. The lamp features a chrome finish spider fitting and a silver cord. In-line on-off switch controls the lights. Includes swag hooks and mounting hardware.

  • Chrome finish.
  • White round shade.
  • Takes one 100 watt bulb (not included).
  • 13 1/2 wide.
  • 10" high.

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