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3. Bed
The boudoir is possibly the room where you spend most of your time, so it only makes perfect sense to invest in this area and opt for the best for blissful slumbers.
Make it work:
* When it comes to design, choose a bed frame that complements the surrounding décor. Since studies show that the size of your bed determines the quality of your sleep, opting for larger beds is the best way to go.
* Problems that can occur from old or damaged mattresses are aplenty: orthopaedic problems such as back, neck, shoulder and joint pains, allergies, in addition to problems falling or staying asleep throughout the night.
* A good mattress will not only ensure you will obtain sufficient rest throughout the night, but can also provide support and improve the contours of your spine.
* Since mattresses harbour numerous types of microorganisms over time, it is recommended that you replace with new ones every 7-10 years. Life changes such as marriage or weight gain/loss may warrant changing your mattress sooner, so when the mattress no longer feels comfortable, change it!
* Other splurge-worthy items for your bed are linens and pillows. Linens can upgrade the entire look of your bed while pillows provide the all-important comfort in your sleep. Choose pillows that fit the way you and your partner sleep for maximum comfort.
4. Energy Efficient Appliances
Energy efficient appliances that are available in the market today include, among others, refrigerators, water heaters, ovens and air conditioners. At first glance, purchasing energy efficient appliances might not be much of a big deal but just by investing a small amount initially can help you to save a lot in the future. Not only will the monthly bills be reduced, but the longevity of your appliances is increased, meaning less money spent on replacements. Besides that, you’ll also be playing a part in saving the environment as well!
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Make it work:
* When shopping for appliances, choosing ones that have the Energy Star logo can help to save up to a third of the energy usage in your home and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
* Refrigerators and ovens are the biggest energy consumers in the kitchen and their energy usage can be reduced with some application changes.
* Opt for energy efficient refrigerators that come with efficient compressors as well as concise temperature and defrost components that can aid in improving insulation to improve overall efficiency without compromising performance.
* The act of opening oven doors from time to time to check on your food will decrease cooking time and reduce energy efficiency. Instead, opt for ovens with see through windows and lighting to help you check on your food.
* Think you’ve done your bit by switching off? Think again! Appliances on stand-by mode continue to draw small amounts of power. Avoid this by switching off the main power supply and unplugging the appliance after usage.
5. Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen cabinets are essential not only for storage but are also the main aesthetic component in the kitchen. When selecting kitchen cabinets, you need to ascertain the amount of space and budget you have for your kitchen. Different types of selection will determine the cost, appearance and workability of your kitchens. Here are three basic kinds of cabinets:
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Stock
* Stock cabinets are mass-produced, therefore they are the most affordable of the lot. Since they are standard in size and design, they tend to lack in variety and flexibility. The material type commonly used for stock cabinets is particle board, which is the most fragile and least durable of material types.
Semi Custom
* Semi-custom cabinets comprise of custom modifications to factory-installed cabinets. They provide more variety in terms of design, storage options, sizes and finishes, and are more durable than stock cabinets, as the materials commonly used for semi-custom cabinets are plywood and medium density fibreboard (MDF).
Custom
* Custom cabinets are designed specifically to meet the space and design requirements of your kitchen, and usually utilise top notch materials and manufacturing processes. Solid wood is usually used for custom cabinets, making durability and the aesthetics of custom cabinets the highest of the lot.
From HomePride - Volume 2 2009
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