Australia has been known to be one of the places that experience frequent quakes. Last November, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake hit western parts of Australia. Prior to this, a magnitude 5.7 earthquake also occurred in the same area. Over the past months, Western Australia has been hit with more than 600 earthquakes. Most of these
Faucets shopping — how do you do it? Is it as simple as choosing an attractive style that fits your interior home? Do you focus on the size and go with one particular brand? Choosing the right faucet will allow you to get the most out of its form and functionality. You could start by
When you are planning your next building project, common sense dictates that you find the right builders fit for the job. While the options are endless, here are some helpful tips that will get you started: 1. Value Experience Find a contractor with ample experience in commercial design. When you select an established commercial builder,
If you have ever found yourself in a movie set, chances are you’ve witnessed the glamour, constant state of panic, and celebrities at work. What may have been unseen by the naked eye, however, is how unhealthy film productions are for the environment. While it’s grand and expensive, Hollywood is one of the worst polluters
Are you sitting there looking at your pool, thinking: I want to be in the pool, swimming, relaxing, and feeling refreshed. However, it is too cold outside, you are too busy, or the pool water is freezing? There is a way to fix that—and without racking up on the heating costs! What is solar pool
Rain gutters in your home do more than collecting rainwater. They aid in preventing water damage, protecting foundations, and preventing basement flooding. Thus, you have to make sure that your rain gutters are functional and in good condition. Unfortunately, if you are like most people in Utah, you rarely think about the condition of your rain
Antique fireplace mantels — and Authentic Provence will tell you the same — are the quintessential American home architectural element that never goes out of style. Not only that, it marries fashion with function, too! No matter the theme of your interiors or the personal styles of people living in the home, these home features
The term ‘vertical farming’ is a relatively new one, yet you may have seen a version of it already in hip, downtown restaurants: floor-to-ceiling shelves of produce that can seemingly supply the venue. But more than just an interior design fad, vertical farming is being eyed by researchers as a key piece of technology that
Grow Your Own Food When people think of growing their own food, they think of having to own huge tracts of land and agricultural experience. But this kind of sustainable living can be done from the comfort of your own home. Not only does this help you save on groceries, it also helps you cultivate