Wednesday 27 June 2012

Metal Roofing – Make it Your First Choice



What was your first reaction when u heard about metal roofing? You might have found it amusing or would have totally dismissed this idea. After all why would you want to spoil the roof with metal roofing. If anyone has advised you for metal roofing you would think that the person has gone totally crazy. But wait! What if you see beautiful roofing which makes you step out of the car to have a look of it and then you come to know that it is actually made up of metal.

You will be totally astonished to see that the roof made up of metal can look so magnificent. It will wash away your traditional thinking that metal roofing spoils the look of the buildings. These days, the metal roofing are built in a brilliant manner which makes your building look not only fantastic but also provides protection against the worst of weather conditions, it is very durable, it is energy efficient and it requires low maintenance cost.

Wall Cladding – A Brilliant Alternative

Wall Cladding is an astounding way to decorate the interior or the exterior of any building. It is a brilliant alternative to products like ceramic tiles, wall paper, timber and planking. It is a modern and stylish option and has become a first option for many commercial builders. 

The wall cladding primarily consists of large hygienic plastic sheets that are available in varied designs and sizes. The cladding sheets are attached to each other and are secured to the walls with the help of screws. The screws are hidden with the help of cladding itself and this makes it a more appealing installation.

There is a wide range of cladding appearances available. Many companies offer marble effect cladding. This looks fabulous on the wall and has become a popular choice in many places. Some of the list of marble effects includes – green marble, Italian green, Florence, Italian marble pink, grey and Italian marble blue.

Tuesday 19 June 2012

Ideas on Choosing The Right Acoustic Panels

In an office premises the meeting room should be properly sound proof and if you are not aware about the room acoustics, you must fist understand about all the options available. First of all, you need to analyze how much sound you want to absorb and in most of the cases it is from mid to high frequencies. In many offices it is the human voice that bounces around the room and for this you need acoustic panels.

The size of the acoustic panels is not that important. What you need to take care of is that there should be enough acoustic panels to cover the room. The performance of acoustic is not much affected by its density. For example it wouldn’t make much difference whether you purchase a 3 lb per cubic foot density core material or a 6 lb density core material. Also, consider the fire rating of the acoustic panels. To have flammable material all over the walls wouldn’t be a good idea. Therefore, before installing acoustic panels have a very good understanding.

Office Interior Products – An Important Aspect

Office interior designing is very important regardless of the fact where the office is located. It is important that the staff of the company feels good while at work and for this the office ambiance should be lively, attractive and one should feel safe while at work. Office is the place where the management should give extra motivation to the employees to put in their hundred percent and the office interior plays a significant role in this. Therefore, the office interior products need to be purchased with proper care and planning.

There is no specific interior décor when it comes to office establishments. The interior of the office depends a lot on the kind of work the office is into. For example a NEWS agency will have a different interior from the manufacturing unit or from the IT Company. However, it is good idea to have a spacious office which allows a space to breathe. Also, there should be a cafeteria and to have tea/coffee vending machines is also a good idea. Whatever interior you choose, ensure your staff loves the place.

Wednesday 13 June 2012

Acoustic Panel - The Right Choice

Acoustic panels, as we all know are used mainly to absorb sound. These panels find their application in offices, theatres, recording studios, auditoriums, but to name a few. As these panels are to be put on the exterior of the wall and not underneath it, these panels are available in attractive designs and numerous different colors. Their thickness varies and depending upon your requirement you can choose the type of acoustic panel you want. If you require high sound absorption then go for more thick acoustic panels because more the thickness, more will be the absorption. Acoustic panels are made from fibre glass and while framing them different fabrics are used. As a result you can match your décor with the similar fabric and colors or contrast also.

Acoustic panel are a very good choice for noise control. For example in recording studios, the clarity of sound is of utmost importance be it the lyrics of the music. Acoustic panels play the main role when it comes to crisp and crystal clear sound recording. Even in Home theatres acoustic panels help reduce the   noise and give a feel of cinema theatre right at home. Acoustic panels, are really effective when it comes to sound absorption.

Selecting Wall Coverings

In case you are planning you renovate your home and are not clear about what to do with the walls the here is something that would be a great option for your walls. You can opt for wall coverings that are available in a variety of shades and designs and in a variety of price range also. You can choose the color and theme that suits your home’s décor and a budget range to match your pocket size also.

Again while applying the wall covering, a few smart tips would help you to get attractive outputs by using certain short cuts like at the door frame or window frame, simple split the wall covering. The covering should be about 1 inch wider to the frame. Also, if the wall covering is to be put on the ceiling, then the ceiling should always be done before the walls. Also, if you damage the wall covering then you can repair it by using a patch. Cover the area with a patch that is large enough to cover the damaged part.

Tuesday 5 June 2012

Different Types of Ceiling Designs

When people design their houses a new or renovate of revamp their house designs, most of the times the ceilings are simply ignored. Today, there are so many options available in the market for making your ceiling aesthetically appealing and attractive. The most common are Plaster of Paris (POP) ceilings which are most commonly used. But, there is a lot more that can be done to your ceilings to enhance the beauty of your house. These standard ceiling include glossy woods ceiling, which adds warmth  along with beauty. Then there is houzz ceilings, they are textured wallpapers and work wonders with chandeliars.

Other options include cool combinations of wood and plaster of paris, or metal and wood that look really appealing. Other than materials there are various designs of ceilings also. These include vaulted ceilings, trey ceilings which are very impressive when painted in vertical steps. Even cove ceilings are popular mostly for hallways or doors or windows. Cool ceiling design enhances the beauty of your home. Again they are not so common so they make you home stand out of the ordinary also. So, this time, think of you ceilings when you think of ceilings, think of decorating your ceilings also.

The Advantageous of Fibre Doors

There are a variety of fibre doors available in the market these days. These doors are a lot in demand also because of the various advantages they bear. The types of fibre doors include fibre doors,  fibre cement doors, fibre glass reinforced doors, to name a few. The main reason behind the extensive usage of fibre doors is that they are ready made and can be installed easily. They are also non corrosive and environmentally friendly, hence have become favorites amongst the architects also. Morever, fibre doors can withstand changes in temperatures which traditional materials like wood and steel cannot.

The strength characteristics of Fibre doors is much more than that of PVC doors. When it comes to aesthetics Fiber doors are not any less than other conventional materials. Like in fibre glass doors, the base is so ideal that it allows the finish to last longer than wood and that to three times longer. Hence, if you are in dilemma about what doors should you go for, Fibre doors are a good alternative and a cost friendly alternative too.