March 30, 2012
March 29, 2012
A Complete Guide to Energy Efficient Home Lighting
Lighting can do more than just shedding light
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March 23, 2012
March 19, 2012
Add a touch of Innovation and Elegance
This spring you can satisfy the most refined tastes because GRAFF’s products embody the essence of refined elegance.
Are you looking to add form and function while maintaining a balance of beauty and harmony?
GRAFF brings a touch of discreet yet alluring cutting-edge luxury to the most intimate rooms of your home, filling the most familiar moments and gestures of daily life with aesthetic vibrancy.
Creating innovative faucet and shower designs for modern bath environments while collaborating with world-class architects and designers means that GRAFF’s products are used in some of the most luxurious hotels and homes around the world.
Contemporary, sleek, perfectly appointed; GRAFF’s faucets and shower collections elevate the bathing experience to one of pure elegance and joy.
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Are you looking to add form and function while maintaining a balance of beauty and harmony?
GRAFF brings a touch of discreet yet alluring cutting-edge luxury to the most intimate rooms of your home, filling the most familiar moments and gestures of daily life with aesthetic vibrancy.
Creating innovative faucet and shower designs for modern bath environments while collaborating with world-class architects and designers means that GRAFF’s products are used in some of the most luxurious hotels and homes around the world.
Contemporary, sleek, perfectly appointed; GRAFF’s faucets and shower collections elevate the bathing experience to one of pure elegance and joy.
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Experience the Luxury in a Bathtub
Do you find your regular bath tub boring and lifeless? If you do, then you might want to check this out!!!
Can you imagine enjoying the benefits of natural therapies in the comfort of your home?
MTI tubs are focused on the individual and designed with the purpose of promoting wellness and improving the quality of life.
The styles range from traditional to contemporary. The shapes and sizes varied, accommodating both single and dual bathing. The therapeutic possibilities are virtually endless. The options are many and the customization capabilities extensive.
MTI offers 4 Distinct Hydrotherapy Experiences…Each is unique, each is carefully therapeutic.
Nothing is so simple and therapeutic as taking a long, hot bath. The heat and water's natural buoyancy promote deep relaxation. All MTI soaker tubs are designed for the utmost comfort with a thick cast acrylic shell that keeps bath water warm longer. Which means a longer soak for you.
Air Bath
The blissful combination of water, heat and air movement creates an incomparable effect that is as therapeutic as it is relaxing.
The movement of millions of tiny air bubbles activates the lymphatic systems, increases blood flow, stimulates endorphins and relieves sore muscles and other painful ailments.
This type of hydrotherapy comes from strategically placed jets that may be targeted to specific areas of the body.
This system is ideal if you have a sports-related injury, because it's using powerful jets that thoroughly massage muscles and help eliminate accumulated toxins.
Can you imagine enjoying the benefits of natural therapies in the comfort of your home?
MTI tubs are focused on the individual and designed with the purpose of promoting wellness and improving the quality of life.
The styles range from traditional to contemporary. The shapes and sizes varied, accommodating both single and dual bathing. The therapeutic possibilities are virtually endless. The options are many and the customization capabilities extensive.
MTI offers 4 Distinct Hydrotherapy Experiences…Each is unique, each is carefully therapeutic.
Soaking Bath
Nothing is so simple and therapeutic as taking a long, hot bath. The heat and water's natural buoyancy promote deep relaxation. All MTI soaker tubs are designed for the utmost comfort with a thick cast acrylic shell that keeps bath water warm longer. Which means a longer soak for you.
Air Bath
The blissful combination of water, heat and air movement creates an incomparable effect that is as therapeutic as it is relaxing.
The movement of millions of tiny air bubbles activates the lymphatic systems, increases blood flow, stimulates endorphins and relieves sore muscles and other painful ailments.
Whirlpool
This type of hydrotherapy comes from strategically placed jets that may be targeted to specific areas of the body.
This system is ideal if you have a sports-related injury, because it's using powerful jets that thoroughly massage muscles and help eliminate accumulated toxins.
Whirlpool/Air Combination
Enjoy the best of both worlds with this fully adjusted hydrotherapy system.
Select the light full-body massage of an air bath, the deep penetrating massage of a whirlpool or a combination of both. The perfect choice to satisfy each family member
To enhance and enrich the therapeutic benefits of your bathing experience, you can add these great Complementing Therapies
To enhance and enrich the therapeutic benefits of your bathing experience, you can add these great Complementing Therapies
Thermaltherapy
Audiotherapy
Aromatherapy
Chromotherapy
Whether you prefer the simple luxury of a soaking bath, the invigorating deep-tissue massage of a whirlpool, the light full-body thermo-air massage, or a combination of the two, MTI offers you more than 130 tub styles with multiple configurations to meet your specific hydrotherapy needs.
ENJOY THE INSPIRATION, IMAGINATION AND INNOVATION!!!
Redefine your shower with Infinite possibilities
Transform your shower into a custom-made spa!
“It’s time to redefine the shower” says Phillipe Starck, a designer and architect who designs his works like a director would direct a film.
'Just mix it' is the motto of the Axor Starck Shower Collection. It’s a flexible system that offers different combinations, allowing you create a distinctive and personalized bathroom space. This stainless steel shower blends air pressure with the water so you obtain the pressure you want from this rain shower.
There are also diverse spray styles including uninterrupted flow, soft rain, or whole-body jet for a custom-made shower experience each time.
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“It’s time to redefine the shower” says Phillipe Starck, a designer and architect who designs his works like a director would direct a film.
'Just mix it' is the motto of the Axor Starck Shower Collection. It’s a flexible system that offers different combinations, allowing you create a distinctive and personalized bathroom space. This stainless steel shower blends air pressure with the water so you obtain the pressure you want from this rain shower.
There are also diverse spray styles including uninterrupted flow, soft rain, or whole-body jet for a custom-made shower experience each time.
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3 spray modes: they can be enjoyed individually or in combination
Everything is modular and absolutely flexible in its positioning
The shower module is transformed into a showerhead
Positioned on the wall, it becomes a shoulder or body shower
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March 14, 2012
A Checklist to Create your Dream Bathroom
Do you dream of having a bathroom tailored to your personal taste?
Of course the answer is yes! All of us want a perfect space with all our needs and wishes fulfilled; and if it fits within our budget that’s even better. Working with a professional in the bath industry is the best way.
□ Keep in mind that bathroom remodeling or new construction involves coordinating all sorts of things. Therefore, you should check your calendar first as to what time-frame would be most suitable for you; for example, you don’t want to start a project before you have guests coming.
So, are you ready to make your dream come true? Take this checklist and visit any of our experts, and be absolutely confident that our experts will assist you in creating your dream bathroom.
Of course the answer is yes! All of us want a perfect space with all our needs and wishes fulfilled; and if it fits within our budget that’s even better. Working with a professional in the bath industry is the best way.
But…before visiting your favorite professional expert, take a look at this checklist, and be prepare for your dream project.
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| Photo courtesy of Hansgrohe |
□ Take a floor plan with you and mark the locations of your existing plumbing and electrical connections; this way the expert can see what fits and problems that need to be solved.
□ Bringing in pictures and/or ideas from magazines, brochures, or from the internet is always a great idea. A clear mental note is always a good start.
□ Have you thought about whom in your household uses the bathroom? when and in what capacity? Who wants what? This information is essential if you want to receive the best advice for your project. There are differences between a master bath, children’s bath, guest baths and powder room.
□ What is having a pleasurable bathroom worth to you? Do you have a budget? Having a good idea of your budget is always helpful. It helps the retailer to successfully combine suitable faucets, showers, surfaces, and technology based on your means.
□ Keep in mind that bathroom remodeling or new construction involves coordinating all sorts of things. Therefore, you should check your calendar first as to what time-frame would be most suitable for you; for example, you don’t want to start a project before you have guests coming.
So, are you ready to make your dream come true? Take this checklist and visit any of our experts, and be absolutely confident that our experts will assist you in creating your dream bathroom.
March 09, 2012
March 11th- Daylight Saving Time Begins
This Sunday March 11th daylight saving time begins which means it’s time to roll your clocks forward an hour and be ready to receive the first signs of summer.It's a pain to adjust your clocks, but the change to The Daylight Saving Time lets us take advantage of the longer and later daylight hours and using less energy in lighting our homes.
While you're updating your clocks this weekend, it's also a good moment to substitute incandescent bulbs to CFL bulbs or LED bulbs.
So don't forget to "spring forward" this Sunday.
March 08, 2012
Do you know what LED means?
Lately we constantly hear LED light bulbs, LED lamps, products with LED lights, LED, LED, and LED everywhere but… here it’s the $100 million question: WHAT IS LED?
DO YOU KNOW WHAT LED MEANS?
LED stands for LIGHT EMITTING DIODES
LEDs are used to build energy-efficient lighting products that save energy and help protect the environment because they do not contain mercury or lead; therefore, reducing carbon footprint. Also, LEDs last significantly longer (years and years) than incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs.
Here are some of the advantages of LED lamps over traditional light bulbs:
LEDs use less power; therefore, lower electric bills.
LED lamps last longer than CFLs; so it is less frequent lamp changing.
LED lamps produce less heat.
LEDs do not contain mercury; therefore, there is no risk of environmental contamination.
No bugs! (LEDs don't attract insects)
LEDs are most the cost-effective replacement bulbs you'll find; which is to say, LEDs save you money and that's the ultimate bottom line.
Now that you know what LED means and its cool advantages over traditional light bulbs, spread the word; tell your peeps, and if you want to know more about LED, come and visit us. After all, we’re in the LED Revolution.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT LED MEANS?
LED stands for LIGHT EMITTING DIODES
Here are some of the advantages of LED lamps over traditional light bulbs:
LEDs use less power; therefore, lower electric bills.
LED lamps last longer than CFLs; so it is less frequent lamp changing.
LED lamps produce less heat.
LEDs do not contain mercury; therefore, there is no risk of environmental contamination.
No bugs! (LEDs don't attract insects)
LEDs are most the cost-effective replacement bulbs you'll find; which is to say, LEDs save you money and that's the ultimate bottom line.
Now that you know what LED means and its cool advantages over traditional light bulbs, spread the word; tell your peeps, and if you want to know more about LED, come and visit us. After all, we’re in the LED Revolution.
March 06, 2012
LED Tips for Your Home -Part 3
Bedroom
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| Photo Courtesy of Tech Lighting |
Your bedroom needs very little light most of the time. However, practical light levels are needed for cleaning and tasks, and this can be obtained by combining wall lights and discreet overhead lighting that can always be dimmed for ambience.
Good bedside reading lights are essential. This means installing a specific reading light such as a wall-mounted flexible LED as well as a substantial lamp on bedside table.
Keep in mind that LED-powered lamps draw just a few watts but produce lumens of up to 400 while lasting about 50,000 hours – 50 times as long as incandescent lights.
Bathroom
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| Photo Courtesy of Lightology |
• A good way to start lighting your bathroom is to connect bathroom lights with a dimmer switch so that you can regulate the level of lights.
• Recessed and overhead lighting has become very popular, especially for bathroom with low ceilings.
• Having a bathroom mirror with dimmable LED lights is another valuable lighting idea since the lights illuminate and help in tasks like brushing the teeth, putting make-up, shaving, etc and since they are dimmable, you can adjust the level of light as your needs.
• Also, you can add colored lighting to your bathroom; it is very effective and creates a sharp contrast. You can do this by inserting colored linear LED (known as RGB, or red, green, blue) behind cantilevered Plexiglas or glass shelves.
Installing LED lighting is definitely a wise idea to help the environment, while saving you money. Visit one of our showrooms and ask our experts to help you incorporate LED in the room of your choice.
March 02, 2012
LED Tips for Your Home- Part 2
Last week, we talked about LED tips for your foyer and living room. But... what about your kitchen and dining room?
Do you want to add LED in your kitchen or dining room, but don't know how? Well.. today is your lucky day!!!
You can also mount LED lights within kitchen furniture due to their size and power wants. This makes it very easy to install them inside kitchen showcases or cabinetry. This kind of display lighting is terribly well-suited to present stylish dinnerware or various kitchen decorations.
Dining Room
Your dining room is one of the spaces in the house with more activity. For that reason the way you light your dining room has a direct impact in how it looks and feels. LEDs are perfect to meet the varied demands of your dining room.
Spotlights are an incredible way to add space to your dining room. They produce a vibrant light which makes a room feel larger. Spotlights also help with the practical needs of your dining room too. They create focused light which can be repositioned to where it’s most needed. Dining room lighting must be flexible and spotlights can generate many moods. They will give you a controllable level of lighting, whatever the occasion.
Think about dimmable LEDs to create a more intimate ambiance, but remember people eat with their eyes, so make sure there is enough light to see the food you’ve so lovingly prepared!
If you have glass fronted cabinets to display wine glasses or china, LED strip lighting is a must. Glass, in particular crystal, reflects light beautifully and LEDs will turn a regular cabinet into an eye-catching element.
Very interesting Huh?...Well..stay tuned because next week, our experts will share with you great LED tips for your bedroom and bathroom..
Do you want to add LED in your kitchen or dining room, but don't know how? Well.. today is your lucky day!!!
Kitchen
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| Photo courtesy of Kichler Lighting |
The kitchen is considered the busiest room of the house. In the kitchen, we prepare our meals and also we gather with our family and friends. It is important to have a good lighting in this area; ceiling lights, wall lights and focal-point lighting, such as a dramatic or pretty pendant, will all enhance this special space in which we spend a great deal of time.
Also, installing LED lighting either inside or underneath kitchen cabinets is a very good option. Little LED light fittings or LED lighting strips can now be mounted inside or beneath most kitchen cupboards. This sort of lighting can provide illumination for counter-top work spaces or inside cupboards to provide light for storage spaces. These lights are often sold and installed as segments, which are typically connected together to fit cupboards and counter-tops of diverse sizes.
You can also mount LED lights within kitchen furniture due to their size and power wants. This makes it very easy to install them inside kitchen showcases or cabinetry. This kind of display lighting is terribly well-suited to present stylish dinnerware or various kitchen decorations.
Dining Room
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| Photo courtesy of Tech Lighting |
Your dining room is one of the spaces in the house with more activity. For that reason the way you light your dining room has a direct impact in how it looks and feels. LEDs are perfect to meet the varied demands of your dining room.
Spotlights are an incredible way to add space to your dining room. They produce a vibrant light which makes a room feel larger. Spotlights also help with the practical needs of your dining room too. They create focused light which can be repositioned to where it’s most needed. Dining room lighting must be flexible and spotlights can generate many moods. They will give you a controllable level of lighting, whatever the occasion.
Think about dimmable LEDs to create a more intimate ambiance, but remember people eat with their eyes, so make sure there is enough light to see the food you’ve so lovingly prepared!
If you have glass fronted cabinets to display wine glasses or china, LED strip lighting is a must. Glass, in particular crystal, reflects light beautifully and LEDs will turn a regular cabinet into an eye-catching element.
Very interesting Huh?...Well..stay tuned because next week, our experts will share with you great LED tips for your bedroom and bathroom..
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