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If it’s warm or fuzzy, you’ll find it here… probably.

Smart Glass – Electric Tint

No matter what you call it, it’s cool!
In short, smart glass or electric tint is basically a coating on your glass (glazing if you will) that reacts to an electrical current. When there is no current, the glass is opaque but when you hit the switch it’s perfectly transparent.
Simple! ;)
Why is it so cool? Well [...]

By Pete | 20 Jul 07 | Also published in architecture | Comments (11)

Only the Japanese could think of this…

Although it looks like a stylish seat cushion, it’s actually much more. Yes, this is a USB seat warmer!
Just in time for winter, from a company called Thanko. All you do is plug it into the nearest USB port and you’ve got heat. There’s even an on/off switch and a temperature control, so you don’t [...]

By Pete | 20 Nov 06 | Also published in shopping | Comments Off

Modern Wood Pellet Stoves from Italy

A while ago (February I think) I wrote a bit about wood pellet stoves as they are becoming more and more popular in Europe & the USA and so with winter coming (already here actually) I’ve decided to write up a little more on the subject. Hopefully if you haven’t already heard about or seen [...]

By Pete | 02 Nov 06 | Also published in decorating | Comments (10)

Wood pellet furnace

So you’ve been considering a wood pellet furnace for your heating needs? This can be a very good choice provided that your particular situation calls for such a solution. The wood pellet furnace can be a very good choice for those living in flats, small or large homes.
Most wood pellet furnaces nowadays have considerably large [...]

By Pete | 28 Feb 06 | Also published in Uncategorized, white goods | Comments (3)

Underfloor heating

Okay, I’m sure you’ve all heard of underfloor heating. The wonderful feeling of warmth under your feet on a cold winter’s day, no unsightly radiators, no need to add extra humidifiers because of the dry forced air heating… nope, none of that!
Underfloor heating is a fantastic thing and something I personally recommend to any and [...]

By Pete | | Also published in bathroom stuff, floors, etc... | Comments Off

Modern fireplaces

A fireplace is a wonderful thing to have, not only does it provide certain specific type of warmth it also adds a rather strong visual point of interest to any room. The problem is that most fireplaces are done in antique fashion.
If you’re trying to remodel your home or apartment in a more modern style [...]

By Pete | | Also published in architecture, decorating | Comments Off

Hot water radiators

As most people who have lived in prewar homes and downtown apartment complexes can tell you, hot water radiators are probably one of the most comfortable and pleasant heat sources available. The idea is simple, hot water (or steam in some cases) flows through a system of pipes that terminate at a radiator. The heat [...]

By Pete | | Also published in architecture, decorating | Comments (2)

 

 

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