Month: March 2019

A Beginner's Guide to Sound Insulation For Your Windows
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A Beginner’s Guide to Sound Insulation For Your Windows

- by Benny McAdams

A Beginner's Guide to Sound Insulation For Your WindowsWhen soundproofing a house, it is important to take certain considerations into account.

Firstly, the noise begins slowly and then increases as high-powered motorcycles pass your front door in their own version of the Isle of Man TT – only this time the noise is coming from the end of your road.

It’s no surprise that after air pollution, traffic noise is one of the greatest environmental issues facing Europe. Statistics indicate that traffic noise contributes to over 60,000 premature deaths per year, causing high blood pressure, cardiac problems and an increased risk of diabetes or stroke.

So, How Can You Go About Soundproofing Your House?

The first and most significant point to consider is that soundproofing is only as good as its weakest point. You can opt to build thicker walls or stuff the walls with so much insulation no noise could penetrate, or you could invest in the most advanced soundproofed aluminium windows; however, in isolation, they will not deliver the results you need for ultimate sound insulation. For the most effective insulation, you need them to work together.

How Does Sound Insulation Work?

Sound insulation of a house operates in three ways, or a combination of all three. The first is to stop the noise by adding mass to the property for reflection of sound. In this case, you will create a dense acoustically dead surface that does not vibrate or vibrates less than other material. This technique is known as dampening.

The next method is via absorption. This involves absorbing the sound using material that prevents it passing to the other side, such as wall insulation.

The third method is by creating a barrier between the first and second structure. This stops the sound from passing between them using a vibration; thus, forming a gap …

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How Is Makeup Made?
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How Is Makeup Made?

- by Benny McAdams

How Is Makeup Made?Have you ever been curious about how makeup is actually made? Cosmetics are a huge business. Just in North America, around $35 billion is spent every year on lipstick, foundation, mascara, and other makeup.

Obviously, the art of artifice is a big seller. However, the past popularity of mercury and lead used in makeup highlights why the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) plays some role at least in regulating the purity and safety of cosmetics. Today, ingredients are used by manufacturers that are judged safe for coming into contact with humans. However, what is considering to be “the right makeup?”

To begin with, consistency is something that consumers expect. For example, the last couple of swipes from a lipstick tube need to look as “Cinnamon Sugar” brown as those first couple did. Of course, consumers consider a number of different factors when they are choosing their makeup.

Does it wipe off everything or will it continue to look fresh? Does it run or is it resistant? How long does it last? In order to achieve these ambitious goals, cosmetic manufacturers developing closely guarded formulation have spent years. In addition, they have made major investments in cosmetic manufacturing equipment that can produce very safe, well-blended cosmetics that has the proper mix of ingredients, stability, scent, color, and consistency.

How Foundation Is Made

Let’s start with foundation. Although there are mineral-based, dry versions of this type of cosmetic, the most familiar is perhaps liquid foundations. Manufacturers start with pigments and oils, and maybe some fragrance, that all that to be mixed up very well so that all of the ingredients are blended together.

This “blending well” part of the equation is where having the right industrial equipment, such as Flux Pumps is a major factor. In order to achieve consistent, …

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How to Keep Your Home Warm For Less in 2019
Business Articles

How to Keep Your Home Warm For Less in 2019

- by Benny McAdams

The New Year almost always leaves your wallet empty. How to Keep Your Home Warm For Less in 2019This makes January even harder with many people struggling to survive through the month. Much of your money goes into paying for your heating bills. The cost of keeping your home warm and comfortable during the festive seasons always leaves a dent on your bank statement. What if you could keep your home warm for less? Outlined below are a few tips and tricks on how to lower energy/heating bills this year.

1. Invest in a Warm Duvet

Investing in a warm duvet to use during the colder months can save you some money in the long run. Be sure to sample the duvet at the department store before making the purchase – some stores will allow you to test them, with most duvets having tog rating printed on them.

If you however have wooden flooring, you might then consider having a carpet by the bedside. This should help keep your feet warm when you get out of bed. Consider investing in cosy blankets to use with the regular ones as well. These blankets can be used while on the sofa to help keep you warm. Put those Christmas socks on for an extra layer of warmth on your feet.

2. Consider Electric Heaters

Electric heating can provide an efficient way to heat your home. This is because they are fully programmable, and use less energy. These heaters come in handy both at home and the office, and come with an extended warranty. Vantage radiators, for example, come with a standard 30-year warranty and cost only £300. Italian-built designs run silently and come with a 10-year warranty for £400.

3. Think Smart

Installing a smart meter in your home can also help lower your energy consumption. The smart meter monitors energy …

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