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07 Feb 2012
Interior Home Improvement And Remodeling

Create a Healthy Home & Feel Happier

Create a Healthy Home & Feel Happier











Leeds, UK (PRWEB UK) 6 February 2012

This is the time of year that most people focus on making their bodies healthier; however, a few home improvements can help make you happier, healthier and, in some cases, wealthier.

Multi-folding door specialist, Express Bi-Folding Doors, has seen an average 43% increase in sales over the past two years despite a tough economic climate, with many clients citing a desire for an increase in natural light and adding long-term value to their property as the two main reasons for adding glass concertina doors to their home.

Interestingly, a lack of access to natural light has been singled out as one of the main causes of ‘sick building syndrome’ in offices, which causes symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, skin rashes and irritations.

Also, according to the NHS 7% of people in the UK are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (or S.A.D.), which is also known as ‘winter blues’. Once again, one of the main issues associated with this medical disorder is a lack of sunlight.

Professor of psychology, Cary Cooper CBE, says ‘people feel more psychologically positive when they live in a house with lots of windows and glass, with natural light bathing the interior. Anything that brings us closer to the outside world, and in more direct contact with nature, can also make us feel better and more positive. Dark and musty homes may have the opposite effect’.

It seems that people subconsciously recognise the affect of natural daylight on their overall health and wellbeing because, according to Miles Shipside commercial director of Rightmove, ‘natural light is one of the most important things to add to a home – sun tubes, skylights, glass bi-fold doors – anything that pours light into your home will help you sell it. Open plan living and design that integrates your garden with indoor living space is becoming more and more important to house hunters.’

This is reflected in a recent survey conducted by Precision Research for Specflue, which asked 101 estate agents what the top wish list for a perfect property would be. This included:


    Large, open-plan kitchen/living space
    Modern, wood-framed conservatory/ garden room
    Garden with an “outdoor room” area that’s easy to maintain
    Glass doors leading from the kitchen out to the garden

It seems that natural daylight is not only scientifically proven to help with your mental wellbeing but it can also help add value to your home financially.

For more information visit http://www.expressbifoldingdoors.co.uk.

Express Bi Folding Doors is a family owned business set up in 2007, which has grown to become the largest specialist manufacturers of bespoke aluminum folding doors, sliding doors, aluminum window and roofing products in the UK. The company’s head office is based in Leeds and it has showrooms in Redhill and Romford.

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27 Jan 2012
Plants

WINTERIZE YOUR PLANTS: Help Your Indoor Plants Stay Green and Healthy in the Dry Winter Home with TerraCycle’s Earth Plant Fuel

WINTERIZE YOUR PLANTS: Help Your Indoor Plants Stay Green and Healthy in the Dry Winter Home with TerraCycle’s Earth Plant Fuel










(PRWEB) December 3, 2003

Princeton, NJ (PRWEB)– December 2, 2003 – TerraCycle, Inc., a pioneer in the research and development of organic gardening and agricultural products, today announced that its all-natural plant growth product, Earth Plant Fuel™, offers a revitalizing, nutrient-rich plant fuel to keep indoor plants green and healthy throughout the winter months. With product and packaging created entirely from recycled waste, Earth Plant Fuel offers an environmentally beneficial way to stimulate strong, abundant plant growth – without the harmful, toxic chemicals found in traditional fertilizers.

“Whether they are indoor plants or have been brought inside for the season, plants need special care in the warm, dry atmosphere of a winter home,” explained Dr. Joe Willis, Ph.D., a plant pathologist at the New Jersey EcoComplex. “It’s important to ensure that the plants’ soil doesn’t dry out, which can weaken their roots and stunt plant growth.”

“Earth Plant Fuel offers a convenient mist that protects the delicate ecosystem around a plant in the dry winter air – keeping soil moist and healthy, and stimulating growth,” said TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky. “And because of its unique production process and all-natural composition, Earth Plant Fuel not only improves plant conditions, but helps to improve the environment as well.”

Earth Plant Fuel nourishes roots and leaves and revitalizes soil to protect plants and promote growth, year-round. It is created through a unique process called “terracycling.” Terracycling harnesses the natural power of earthworms to recycle solid waste – otherwise destined for local landfills – and produce a purely organic, reusable by-product that actually improves the condition of plants, lawns, and gardens. The liquid plant fuel is then packaged in recycled plastic drink bottles, “rescued” by local people in the community during school-wide recycling and fundraising efforts.

The process of terracycling goes a step beyond regular recycling by reusing existing resources to create something new that also has a positive ecological impact. Earth Plant Fuel’s natural properties reduce soil erosion, runoff, water contamination, and other damaging effects of weather and synthetic fertilizers.

Amateur gardeners can also use Earth Plant Fuel to better prepare outdoor plants for the harsh winter weather. Strong roots and moist soil are essential to helping plants survive the cold conditions. Spraying Earth Plant Fuel on plants and covering them with burlap or other fabrics can reduce the impact of freezing on the soil, and help keep roots healthy throughout the winter months.

As part of TerraCycle’s community-based approach to improving the environment, Earth Plant Fuel is bottled in the local community, using labels decorated by area schoolchildren and artists. To find a retailer near you that sells Earth Plant Fuel, or to purchase online, visit http://www.terracycle.org.

About TerraCycle, Inc.

TerraCycle, Inc. is a pioneer in the research and development of organic gardening and agricultural products for consumer and commercial use. The company’s flagship product, Earth Plant Fuel™, promotes superior plant health and growth – with beneficial ecological side effects. Founded in 2001 by Princeton University students, TerraCycle began as a venture to pursue a financially viable market opportunity with an ecological and social conscience. Today the company continues with its commitment to improve the environment and local communities with its TerraCycle School-Wide Recycling Events – providing fundraising platforms for schools and local community and religious groups to benefit the environment while raising money. For more information, call 609-252-9600 or visit the company online at http://www.terracycle.org.

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19 Sep 2011
Plants

Veggytopia Is Now Open and Taking Orders for Fresh, Affordable, 0 Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Gourmet Vegan Meals Delivered To Area Residents of Austin, Texas

Veggytopia Is Now Open and Taking Orders for Fresh, Affordable, 0 Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Gourmet Vegan Meals Delivered To Area Residents of Austin, Texas











Kyle, Texas (PRWEB) September 15, 2011

Veggytopia is Greater Austin’s premier vegan meal delivery service where eating healthy is made affordable & convenient. The concept is simple: Customers place orders from home via phone or internet, the staff purchases the freshest available local, organic produce and plant-based ingredients, chefs specializing in natural & whole foods cuisine prepare meals in bulk in an eco-friendly kitchen, and presto – a week’s worth of gourmet vegan meals are delivered to doorsteps throughout Austin & Central Texas! Additional highlights:


    free delivery    
    zero cholesterol
    local
    gluten-free options
    heart healthy
    affordable
    family friendly
    organic per availability
    vegan, 100% plant-based

Delicious cuisine includes such dishes as glazed wild mushroom penne, hearty garden lentil stew, Acapulco black bean polenta pie and desserts like chocolate almond coconut pudding. Veggytopia – Plant powerful, life changing cuisine made easy & affordable.

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24 Jul 2011
Gardening And Outdoor

Lawn Care Service Helps Homeowners Keep Lawns Healthy, says AllAboutLawns.com

Lawn Care Service Helps Homeowners Keep Lawns Healthy, says AllAboutLawns.com










Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) May 18, 2007

To meet the steep consumer demand for professional lawn care advice, AllAboutLawns.com is offering visitors a free Lawn Analysis from TruGreen® (http://www.allaboutlawns.com/). AllAboutLawns.com, a comprehensive lawn and yard care resource, features advice and articles from lawn care professionals to help homeowners deal with yard and lawn care. TruGreen is the nation’s leader in lawn and landscape care, serving over 2 million residential and commerical customers across the United States.

Most homeowners prefer to use lawn care professionals to maintain a healthy lawn, says a recent nationwide survey conducted by International Communications Research for the Bayer Lawn Care Institute. Of the 400 homeowners surveyed, 90 percent preferred to have a professional diagnose and treat lawn problems.

“Lawn care professionals receive significant training,” says Tom Shotzbarger, a Bayer Lawn Care Institute Advisory Board member. “It’s this experience that customers value most.” Homeowners benefit from a healthy lawn both financially and aesthetically, says Shotzbarger, and lawn care professionals provide the “acute attention to detail” necessary to keep the lawn healthy and beautiful.

The importance of a healthy lawn is shown by an ongoing experiment at Arizona State University in Tempe. The experiment indicates that, even in a desert area, people tend to gather in grassy areas to socialize rather than in areas landscaped in a desert theme with no grass. ABC News, reporting on the experiment, says, “The lack of a lawn can mow down your social life.”

AllAboutLawns.com (http://www.allaboutlawns.com/) gives homeowners free professional advice about lawn care issues, including mowing, watering, fertilizing, aerating, landscaping, planting, repair, types of grass, killing weeds and using the proper tools. AllAboutLawns.com also gives links to lawn care service providers by state and province, as well as forums where visitors can ask the staff questions about a broad variety of topics related to lawns and yards.

AllAboutLawns.com is a comprehensive lawn and yard care resource. Visitors can ask staff questions in the lawn forum or benefit from hundreds of articles on seasonal lawn care, grass types, weed prevention, mowers and other lawn maintenance equipment.

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18 Jan 2011
Plants

AP9 HomeWorks Plus Says, “A Healthy Plant Is a Happy One”

AP9 HomeWorks Plus Says, “A Healthy Plant Is a Happy One”











Norwalk, CT (PRWEB) July 24, 2007

AP9 HomeWorks Plus, a leading membership discount program from Adaptive Marketing LLC, gives its members tricks and tips on how to keep houseplants healthy and happy. It doesn’t take a green thumb to keep plants flourishing, but it does take patience and common sense.

AP9 HomeWorksPlus reminds members that although every plant is slightly different, following some general rules of thumb — not necessarily green ones — can lead to great-looking plants. AP9 HomeWorks Plus suggests the following tips for keeping indoor plants strong, healthy and thriving:


Reverse the rot. Most plants need a lot of moisture, so it’s a good idea to set the plant in a dish of water periodically. This way, it can take water up through the soil and roots. This is most important to prevent rotting in the leaves and stems.

Less is more. Don’t over-water. Most plants need time to dry out between waterings. Just think of it as moderation for a plant.

There’s no place like home. When possible, create an environment for a plant that most closely mirrors its conditions in the wild. And when it comes to simulating that environment, be sure to ask a florist or horticulture specialist for specific plant care needs. Almost every plant is different, and simple trial-and-error may lead to frustration. In short, ask the pros. They know.

Feed ‘em and reap. Make sure to give plants the correct plant food. For many plants, watering is just not enough. They need the right combination of both. Just like people, the best-looking and healthiest plants usually have the best-balanced diets.    

Super-size it. Keeping certain plants more potbound (actually a little too big for their pots) might actually make for better flowering. Additionally, pinching the tips of the plant can foster more growth, making them grow bushier and fuller.

AP9 HomeWorksPlus offers these tips so that indoor plants might brighten up a dreary winter day, accentuate the perfect spring morning, provide some hope for a dried-out summer lawn — even complement a predominantly rust-colored fall landscape with a splash of brighter colors. Celebrating all the seasons with flowering houseplants is easy — with a little help from AP9 HomeWorks Plus.

About AP9 HomeWorks Plus

AP9 HomeWorksPlus is a leading membership discount program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC. Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Adaptive Marketing is a category leader in membership programs, bringing value direct to consumers through an array of benefits in healthcare, discounts, security, personal property and personals. Members may access their benefits at HomeWorksPlus123.com. With broad online and offline distribution capabilities, Adaptive Marketing offers its corporate client partners effective tools to enhance market presence, strengthen customer affinity and generate additional value through programs such as AP9 HomeWorks Plus.

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