Conservatory owners know that conservatories can be the best space in the house in which to celebrate Christmas. When the twinkling fairy lights on your Xmas tree are turned on after dark, your conservatory becomes bathed in hundreds of tiny reflections. It is said that there is nothing prettier in conservatories than Xmas trees and their decorations. Conservatory problems in the winter However, conservatories can get very cold during the winter periods. Even if they are heated, you are continuously losing heat through the panes of glass, polycarbonate panels, etc. Also, during the … [Read more...]
Blinds For Watching Birds
Bird blinds are portable structures (like tents) from which you can watch birds without them seeing you and are often used by wildlife photographers. In the UK they are called bird hides; in the USA they are known as bird blinds. There are now specialist fabric blinds that are great for watching birds from the comfort of your own home or office. What are bird blinds? Bird blinds are portable structures (like tents) from which you can watch birds without them seeing you. They are often used by wildlife photographers. In the UK they are called bird hides; in the USA they are known as bird … [Read more...]
Are There Really Health Benefits to Blinds and Shutters?
One question I am often asked is, "Are there really health benefits to blinds and shutters?" Many are surprised to hear the answer. I have worked in the Health Service for several decades, coordinating research programmes on the effect of various stimuli on the human body. And yes, specialist Blinds and Shutters have many health benefits. There are: fabrics that protect your eyes and skin against harmful UV rays remote-controlled products that make life much easier if you have arthritis or physical disabilities materials that help to reduce eyestrain when using computers or … [Read more...]
