Archive for June, 2009
St Pauls Bay has Unspoilt Rugged Beauty
Thursday, June 18th, 2009Douglas Scott asked: The area of St Pauls Bay is situated on the northern coast of Malta. Approximate transfer time from the airport is one hour.Traditionally Maltas largest summer resort and can be split into four areas of contrasting age and amenities Xemxija, Bugibba, Qawra and the Old Town.Famous for its unspoilt rugged beauty and [...]
Carpets and Rugs for the Period Home
Thursday, June 18th, 2009Marie Wakefield asked: The carpets you choose for a room will define and showcase it in more ways than you can imagine. Choose wisely, and a large area rug, period wall-to-wall carpet, or series of rugs will successfully anchor the room, allowing all the other furnishings to fall neatly into place.Interior designers often direct their [...]
Anyone know the name of a substance to paint on the back of rugs to keep them from slipping?
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009sherlocker asked: I have tried pads, etc., but I found one thing that works to stop rugs from sliding it’s just that I need help to find it again. It’s a white substance that’s painted to the backside of the rug. The directions say to paint it on, leave it to dry and [...]
Adding carpets and rug is a quick way to spice up a room scheme
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009Roger King asked: Carpets and rug are not widely used in warm countries, but in northern Europe and the United States, they are a basic decorating feature. Carpets give a lovely sensation when you walk over them, especially barefoot, and also offer interesting aesthetic possibilities. They are seamless and therefore unify spaces, but also can [...]
Bathroom Decor Featuring Sandpipers
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009Anna Hart asked: Sandpiper bathroom decor can be fun to assemble. This small, short-legged shore bird, skittering across the sand, is found in many places. To many, it is symbolic of a day at the shore. The shore might be country or city, sandy or rocky. Sandpipers are found most places where sea and beach [...]
Are You Putting Your Senior Parents At Risk Of Death From Falls?
Saturday, June 13th, 2009Jim Corkern asked: Each year, thousands of older americans fall at home. Many of them are seriously injured, and some are disabled. In 2002, more than 12,800 people over age 65 died and 1.6 million were treated in emergency departments because of falls.Over 70% of home accidents happen in the bathroom and this is no [...]
