Author: Caitlin
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Reupholstering: Is It Worth The Investment?
Wear and tear is an inevitable fate for well-loved furniture. But when imperfections begin to negatively impact the functionally of your furniture, or the aesthetic it provides, there comes an important decision to make. Do you reupholster and give your furniture a new lease of life? Or is it beyond saving and hardly worth the…
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The Psychology of Colour: A Powerful Tool for Visualising Complexity
By now it is well understood that colour is not purely decorative. Its capabilities extend far beyond aesthetics, which is already well-known within the marketing industry and those clued-up on human psychology. Our brains tend to process visual cues quicker than textual ones, and colours can add layers of meaning which can be manipulated to…
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Model Railways To Movie Sets: The Many Uses Of Hyper-Realistic Scenery
Hyper-realistic modelling is an art form that is often underappreciated. It goes way beyond miniature landscapes and holds importance in a range of industries including model railways, wargaming, film and TV production, architecture and museum exhibits. It’s interesting to dive into the role this somewhat underestimated art form plays in our lives and the techniques…
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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Renting a Luxury Car
When renting a luxury car for a special event, business trip or just for personal enjoyment, it’s essential to get the important stuff right. Any mistakes, misunderstandings or accidents can cause you a lot of stress and cost you a lot of money, so it’s best to enter into the luxury car rental process well-informed.…
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Essex’s Asbestos Legacy: Hidden Dangers And How To Deal With Them
As one of the most historic counties, Essex is home to many older buildings. Asbestos has only been banned in the UK since 1999, meaning any building constructed or renovated before that year is likely to contain asbestos- its strong qualities including resistance to fire, chemical or biological degradation made it largely desirable in the…
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From Concept to Completion: Working with Professional Landscapers
Embarking on a full garden renovation is no small feat, regardless of its size. In a situation like this, it’s best to get the professionals involved. Professional landscapers can bring much to your garden renovation project from both a practical and creative perspective. They can save you time, prevent costly mistakes and deliver high-quality results.…
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How Your Work Environment Might Be Contributing To Back Pain
When back pain arises, the workplace is often the first place somebody will choose to direct their blame. In fairness, accusations against the workplace when it comes to back health are certainly not without substance. While sedentary desk jobs wreak their havoc on the back muscles over time, physically demanding jobs involving heavy lifting, for…
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How Environmental Hygiene Services Can Reduce Workplace Sick Days
In all manner of commercial buildings, there are various risks to the health and safety of employees. From ventilation and water systems to fire risk and kitchen equipment, there are many areas to maintain. For an employer, health and safety risks in any of these areas can result in legal action against them- it is…
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How Professional Landscaping Can Add Serenity to Your Kentish Garden
Known itself as the ‘Garden of England’, Kent is home to many properties with expansive gardens. For some, managing multiple gardens can be overwhelming and difficult to keep on top of. For many, professional landscaping has been the perfect solution, allowing for the expression of personal style and taste while allowing for easy maintenance. Kentish…
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The Effectiveness Of Personality Tests In Enhancing Team Productivity
Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of the individuals on your team is a sure way to boost efficiency and harmony as a whole. Depending on the size of your team, or the length of time you’ve been working together, this is potentially a difficult task. This is where many leaders will turn to personality testing.…