Oct 28, 2018 | Blog, Lifestyle
The festival of lights – Deepavali:
It’s that time of year again where fun, food & festivities take over in the family home. The much-awaited festival of light Diwali is here! This festival is all about colours, lights, diyas and crackers, in order to celebrate the victory of happiness, prosperity and goodness.
Although, bursting firecrackers is increasingly becoming unpopular as it creates environmental, noise and air pollution; yet it would be presumptuous to assume that you would not light a fire cracker. Bursting fire crackers is something everyone including children and adults enjoy. So lets take a moment to know how you and your loved ones can celebrate the festival safely, without injury or accidents.
Protech Group advises these simple safety guidelines and precautions to make this Diwali a memorable and special occasion for yourself and your family.
Clothes and Shoes
The primary danger during Diwali festival is from a fire. We strictly advise you to wear close fitting 100% cotton clothes while bursting crackers or lighting other fire items. You must not wear synthetic clothes since they easily catch fire, and get stuck to your skin.
Secondly, we must always wear fully covered shoes while lighting fireworks, or even when you are in the fireworks area watching others light crackers.
Open area for Fireworks
Most often than not, we celebrate Diwali with a large group of close family and friends. So it is important we choose a wide open space outside our homes. We must clean the area free from trash, debris and other flammable material.
It is during this time that we decorate and our houses with candles and diyas. So we must ensure that the candles are away from curtains or other inflammable items at home.
Fire Extinguisher
We should always invest in a fire extinguisher to be kept in the close proximity of the fireworks area. We should keep a bucket of sand or water in a corner to dispose off the spent fireworks. It is better to keep the emergency number of the fire brigade and the nearby hospital in case of any fire emergency. In the case of a simple burn, immediately wash the area with tap water. Seek medical attention if it is a serious burn.
Noise & Air Pollution
The major concerns about Diwali arise from noise and air pollution that hampers our health. People suffering from respiratory illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis are greatly affected by the toxic chemical smoke released by the fireworks. People with respiratory problems should stay indoors and wear protective masks while venturing out. The dust and chemicals from fireworks can irritate the eyes. In case of any burning sensation in the eyes, we must wash the eyes thoroughly with lots of water.
Increasing environmental noise with loud bursting sounds can damage the ear drum and cause hearing impairment. It may cause a hike in blood pressure and may affect the sick and the elderly. Use ear plugs if the noise is too loud, or opt for low noise fireworks like sparklers and flowerpots.
For pet lovers, we must note that pets find it unbearable to tolerate so much bursting noise. They get scared and uncomfortable with bursting sound.
Cracker Safety Tips
If at all we have to buy crackers, we must buy quality crackers. Quality crackers have a lesser risk of mis-firing accidents. We should light one cracker at a time and after lighting it, we shouldn’t become over confident and try to show off by staying close to the lighted cracker.
A very important safety tip is to ensure that children play with crackers under adult supervision. We must instruct our kids about the usage of firecrackers and the proper ways of disposing them. Never should we allow any minor to play with crackers alone.
We should always keep a first aid kit handy with burn creams like Burnol and Silverex. In case of minor burns or injuries, we can get immediate medical attention.
Spread Awareness
The motto is that we should all be aware and be careful. It is important to spread the safety tips amongst all the people around the society. It is even better if we can collectively opt for a cracker free Diwali. Even if we can’t raise a consensus for a cracker free Diwali, we must be sensitive and avoid bursting crackers near hospitals, old age homes and crowded public places. We must always remember that our celebration should not be a reason of discomfort to the others.
Diwali is a festival of happiness and we need to keep it happy for ourselves and our neighbours. Fire crackers are not a plaything and you should not use them on someone just for fun. We should follow these precautions in order to celebrate a peaceful and pleasant Diwali not only this year, but for every year.
Oct 27, 2018 | Blog, Protech Properties
Are you planning to buy a flat in Guwahati?
If you are, we think that Protech Galaxy is a good option to consider.
Purchasing a home is a big step. It’s not a purely financial decision; it’s also an emotional one. So it makes sense to be nervous to make such a large purchase. Apart from a sense of accomplishment, purchasing a home of your own is about building equity instead of throwing away money on rent. It also helps in saving a significant amount of your income taxes. Going by the trend in the market, we believe that buying a home is a great investment that is most likely to pay you handsome dividends.
Why Protech Galaxy?
Protech Group has established itself as one of the trusted real estate builders of Guwahati with over 12 projects in a span of a little over 10 years. Across Guwahati, Protech Group has built residential complexes of repute such as Protech Harkanan, Protech Park and Protech Heritage. With every project, Protech Group has learnt and has become better in providing cosy, comfortable and most importantly durable homes that increases in valuation.
Apart from the best in class modern amenities, Protech Group has always delivered flats on or before time. For Protech Galaxy as well, that commitment stands.
Protech Galaxy is the latest residential project of Protech Group located in Bhetapara, Guwahati. The RERA registration number is ARERAKMPPROJ2017-11. It has 138 well ventilated 2 BHK / 3 BHK and 4 BHK flats available in the two separate blocks of G+7 earthquake resistant structure. Here are five reasons why you should consider Protech Galaxy in your flat buying decision making process.
Location
Protech Galaxy is located at a pollution free, completely residential area at Bhetapara, which is just 100 meters away from the NH 37 and 15 minutes from Beltola. It is close to the Hockey stadium, Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Trade Centre and various upcoming shopping destinations. It is because of this close connectivity to the National Highway and the upcoming infrastructure facilities, Protech Galaxy will one day become the new point of reference. That will strengthen its valuation and increase equity for the home owners.
Protech Galaxy is RERA Certified
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 is an Act of the Parliament of India which seeks to protect home-buyers interests. It aims to regulate the real estate and act as an adjudicating body for speedy dispute redressal.
Protech Galaxy is certified with RERA under registration number ARERAKMPPROJ2017-11. RERA ensures that your booked flat will be constructed on time or before time. Another major benefit for consumers is that the builders will quote prices based on carpet area, and not on super built-up area.
Design of Protech Galaxy
Protech Galaxy is designed by the experienced architect, Ritwik Hazarika. Care has been taken in the
design to provide good views and cross ventilation in all the rooms. Common areas are well lit and serviced with high speed lifts. The campus also has a large arrival area with landscape that greets all visitors into the complex. Between the two blocks, there is a children playground cum lawn and swimming pool. The community hall is attached with lawn for community gatherings. The apartments are available in two different square feet ranges – 1000 Sq. Ft. and 1400 Sq. Ft., to suit different budgets.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban)
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), in short PMAY is a credit linked insurance scheme of the Govt of India to make housing available at affordable rates. You can avail the benefits of buying homes with low interest rates, even if your parents have their own homes.
To buy a flat in Protech Galaxy, you can avail attractive subsidy under PMAY Urban and save up to Rs. 2.67 lakhs rupees.
Additionally, we have partnered with the top banks of India – SBI, Canara Bank, HDFC Limited and Axis Bank to provide home loan facilities to help you purchase your dream home.
Value for money flats
Protech Galaxy is a newly launched project. Around 50% of the flats are still available to buy. The location is poised for development with upcoming infrastructure projects. The value of the flats is likely to appreciate significantly by the time the flats will be ready for possession.
Protech Group ensures top quality standards and premium brands when it comes to bathroom fittings, electrical fittings and kitchen fittings. The large arrival area, kids swimming pool, cantilever balconies and automated speed lifts make Protech Galaxy a value for money buy. More so, if you book the flat in this festive season.
Contact Protech Galaxy Experts
You may fill up the form in this page (click here) or sms PROTECH to 56070 for our sales experts to call you back. Thank you.
Oct 26, 2018 | Blog, Protech Properties
A home in Guwahati is an investment of a lifetime.
Living in Guwahati is a need for many of us. Buying a flat in the same city is a dream come true. Everyone wants to buy a flat that is a life long bliss, for it is an investment of a lifetime. We at Protech Group understands the sentiment and emotion attached to buying Protech Homes in the city of Guwahati.
Protech Group has been a pioneer real estate builder and developer of Guwahati delivering residential project after project before its committed delivery time. We have built 12 residential projects comprising 393 flats in a little over 10 years. We understand that everybody wants an ideal home for themselves.The purpose of any home is to provide the feeling of a cosy nest, which protects us from the extremities; and is durable for a long time to come.
These are the five top of mind benefits that Protech Group ensures in all its residential properties. With every newer project, Protech Group is getting better with experience.
Protech Homes – Windows and Ventilation
Apart from a strong earthquake resistant structure, proper natural light and ventilation is key to a cosy, 
comfortable, healthy home. We aim to design the architecture and interior walls in such a way that every flat in the residential apartment complex gets maximum possible daylight.
At the same time, it is necessary to have a scientific orientation of the house for proper ventilation and for the wind to flow seamlessly within the flat. Windows are preferred to be aluminium sliding windows for better air conditioning, noise reduction and good minimalistic look.
Inspection of Protech Homes during construction
We have have the best architectural & structural designs, yet we may falter in its implementation if we do not have a professional approach to inspection during construction. Protech Group has a definitive time-tested process that is followed by it’s technical experts to check the entire project from the foundation to its final completion. So, till we hand over the keys to you, we would have done our best to make sure that your home is built with high standards, and is ready for you to move into.
Premium brand of fittings in Protech Homes
Before opting for any property, one should make a checklist of what your builder is using in terms of 
electrical fittings, bathroom fittings and kitchen fittings. Bathroom fittings are very critical to the lifelong bliss quotient. Bathroom fittings of a good brand is not only elegant and adds to the beauty of the house, but also is durable in terms of no leakage and rusting.
Similarly, a good brand for electrical fittings is equally important, for it directly affects the fire safety of your home. Kitchen, being the heart of the home needs good quality granite countertops, good quality water proof laminates and electrical points at the right place for the fridge and the mixer.
In terms of tiles, are we getting the anti slippery, better water absorption and abrasion, aesthetically more appealing premium tile brand? Protech Group uses the best in class brands in all the above fittings. We don’t compromise on quality.
Exteriors & Open Space:
Quality homes have a great looking landscape, open space and a large arrival area. It is important to 
have the common area lighting to be efficient and connected to a 24/7 generator set. If possible, it is better to have a separate entry and an exit gate. We have planned separate entry and exit in our upcoming project, Protech Galaxy at Bhetapara.
Quality of lifts in the project also reflects the personality of the project. Protech Group installs branded automatic high speed lifts that we all will be proud of. In terms of exterior walls, they need to have a putty layered finish painted with all-weather emulsion paint for long durability. Using Cantilever technology for balconies with the finesse of vitrified tiles of matching colour gets a modern outlook for the building. On the whole, Protech Group ensures that you get the best bang for the amount of money you are spending on your future home.
A good night’s sleep in a Protech Home
At every Protech property, sophisticated inter-com facilities at entry points with CCTV monitoring provide continuous surveillance of the ground floor, entry & exit points, lifts and staircase areas. Moreover, every Protech property comes equipped with fire alarms, extinguishers, fire fighting devices and a fire fighting water reservoir. Protech homes are therefore safer and more secure, and it guarantees you a good night’s sleep to wake up fresh the next morning to work with renewed vigour.
At Protech Group, we have understood that these five points are always top of mind when it comes to planning for a cosy, durable and comfortable housing facilities. So we give our best to provide these benefits, and we are getting better at it with every new residential project.
Oct 26, 2018 | Blog, Home Décor
Kitchen is the heart of the house.
Most of us love our kitchens. It is not only about cooking, but also about feeling good about spending time cooking. For the home maker and the food lover, the kitchen is the heart of the house.
The beauty and cleanliness of our house reflects in the cleanliness and the decor of the Kitchen. It reflects on the personality and status of the home-makers.
Here are a few tips that you may consider when you are thinking of renovating or redecorating the kitchen. They sound very simple but most of us make bad choices about simple things. Lets take your kitchen look from tired to inspired.
Focus on the Eye Level
Since we incline to see things at the eye level before really seeing the rest of the room, it will help us to focus on redecorating elements that fall at the eye level. Most noticeable changes you can make in a kitchen involve the wall tiles, fridge magnets and lower cabinets around the stove and hooks. Updating your kitchen wall décor with the theme of the kitchen will make a big visual impact. Hooks are a great way of adding storage and changing the look of your kitchen.
Apt Color
One of the best ways to create the look and feel of any room is by deciding on a theme for the kitchen. It can have a summer theme, or traditional theme. The colour should match and contrast with the theme. We are talking about small changes here. Consider your existing worktop, cabinets, kitchen stools, appliances and other fittings that can be painted, to make sure your new color will compliment them. Don’t be afraid to add small splashes of color too.
Small appliances as decoration tool
Small appliances come in various shapes and colours. A fridge may be too expensive but we can be very creative with smaller appliances like the toaster or the mixer. Even tools like spoon stand, salt and pepper stands, mats etc can act more like jewelry for your kitchen. You can easily move them around or put them away whenever you want.
De-clutter and tidy
You want your new kitchen style to sparkle, and tidying regularly is going to help do just that. Every item in the kitchen should have its own stand and storage space. Keeping your appliances clean is going to vastly improve the room’s overall look. Secondly, no one likes a grimy surface. Using mustard oil for cooking creates more grime. So cleaning regular is a must for a typical Assamese family.
New shelving
Like we said, having a space for each kitchen item gives the kitchen a very professional tidy look. Appropriate shelving helps. A floating shelf or two can really lift a kitchen and bring it in line with modern trends.This type of shelving is not only practical, but it also gives you a chance to show off some cool pieces like statement vases and stunning candles, copper pans and pretty plants.
Sep 28, 2018 | Buyer Concern, Protech Properties
Navratri-Durga Pooja Auspicious Days for property buying
The festive season is here and people are busy making their purchases. Purchase of property is something which is extremely popular during the festival season own to a variety of reasons. But is it really beneficial to buy property during festival season or is it just a fad? As a buyer, can you go ahead and purchase any property because there are discounts? What are the factors to consider while purchasing property on such occasions? Let us explore:
Advantage of buying property in Festival Season
Purchasing property in festival seasons brings with it several benefits for the buyer. Here are a few such advantages:
Discount on property price: Usually buyers offer a discount on the property prices during the festival season. The offer is generally for a limited period or may be on certain specific days. For example, you may get a 10% reduction in the rate per square feet if you book the property on Diwali day or Navratri Day. Discounts are also given during this season based on the property location. Property located in the outskirts or areas which are not yet developed witness higher discounts.
Auspicious for property buying: Festival seasons are believed to be very auspicious in every religion. As a result, buying a property in this season is believed to bring with it good luck, prosperity and wealth to the purchaser. This is one of the biggest reasons why the sale of property increases during the festival season.
Offers by lenders: Not only builders, but lenders also bring about offers and schemes during festival season on home loans. This is usually in the form of lower interest rates for a limited period or waiver of processing fees and other charges. You can stand to gain quite a bit financially if you avail a festive scheme on home loans.
Attractive deals by developers: In addition to offering a discount on the price itself, developers also offer deals and schemes on property sold during this time period. This can be in the form of flexibility in payment schedule, freebies along with the property or some other benefit. Evaluate the details carefully.
Key factors to consider while buying property during festive season
Property buyers who plan to buy a property during the festival season should ideally plan well in advance and do the required research before the season begins. It then becomes easy to close the deal on the auspicious day. It becomes extremely important to consider various factors before making your decision to purchase a property. Property is a high value investment and a home loan is generally the largest loan in an individual’s life. In many cases, buyers get so carried away with the discounts and schemes offered by builders and lenders that they forget to do the basic due diligence necessary before purchasing property. Here are some key factors to consider while purchasing property:
Check your financial capacity: Not everyone is able to afford a house. If you think you are not able to afford EMI payments, then it is better to put away the decision till your income increases. Do a comparison between the current rent you pay and the EMI payments you would have to pay.
Consider the needs of the family: When you select a property, it should not cause an inconvenience to your family in any way. This means it should have good access to public transport, schools, shopping and should be safe. It is better to invest in a growing location with a potential for improvement in infrastructure, shopping malls etc.
Consider financial implications: Do not buy a property simply because there is a discount on the price. You must understand how your financial situation would be post the purchase. Understand tax implications and tax benefits you can get because of this purchase.
Check type of property and builder background: Understand if you want to buy an under construction property or a ready to occupy one. You should also evaluate the builder background and his credentials.
Check legal issues: Understanding legal issues is another important factor to consider. Delays in hand over or non availability of No-Objection Certificate or other legal permissions can put your ownership of the property in jeopardy.
Any decision to purchase a high value investment like property needs to be done only after considering all critical factors. It is recommended to start your research much before the festive season commences in order to take advantage of the benefits
Sep 27, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks
Introduction
Home is the best place to be. Protech Group believes that safety of our homes are paramount. It is essential to invest into the safety and security of our home. It is observed that a lot of times, we postpone important decisions regarding fire safety standards and contingency planning to make our home safe from unwanted hazards like a sudden fire.
The only way to ensure fire safety is to invest in fire safety equipment and to ensure fire safety measures are up to date. Here is a list of critical points that we should implement in our homes for ourselves and our families:
Fire Alarm at Protech Group
Fire alarm:
Installing fire alarms is one of the most vital fire safety equipment that you should have in your home. This will alert you of any possible flames and help you control the fire. Protech Group provides fire alarm control panel at each block that connects to the main fire pump. This ensures that anybody can initiate fire call from the push button provided at each floor.
Fire Extinguisher at Protech Group
Fire Extinguishers
To safeguard against small fires, every home should invest in a good quality fire extinguisher. Almost all fires are small at first, and can be contained with a fire extinguisher. You should be careful while selecting the right kind of fire extinguisher, because there are different ones for different kinds of fires. To ensure safety, Protech Group provides Fire Extinguishers on each floor, so that you can access one quickly in case of an emergency.
Electrical wiring at Protech Group
Electric Wiring
In this age of electronics, electricity led fire is very common. It is important to make sure that all our wiring are in good condition. If you see any tampered wiring, call a professional electrician to fix it immediately. We must have a fuse in every room that goes off in case of any short circuit. At Protech Group, we dont compromise on the quality of wiring and in the quality of engineers doing the fittings. We provide fire retardant cables with high grade copper to withstand high load.
Kids’ safety is of utmost importance.
Kids’ safety
Keep flammable items and fire hazardous materials out of children’s reach. Keep electrical appliances out of children’s reach. Ensure that the wires are located somewhere out of their reach. We provide lockable meters in our campus so that your children can play in our lawns without any danger.
Turn off the power
Make sure you switch off your electrical equipment after use. The appliances that consumer higher wattage like cooking heaters, water heaters, iron should be turned off and removed out of the socket after its use. Do not forget to turn the knob off the cylinder when not in use. When you go on vacation, or for an extended time, we should recheck all our electrical sockets with appliances.
Our homes are special for us. We have to make sure that it is safe. We have to get away from the normal urge to postpone important decisions regarding fire safety for our homes. After all, life is precious and family is more so.
Aug 30, 2018 | Blog, Home Décor
How can we redecorate our home without spending too much?
We get bored of our interiors after a year or so but it is not possible to redo our entire home altogether, not without burning a hole in our pockets. Sometimes we can change the looks of our home by changing or a adding a few things. Small things make big impact and it is perfect to suit our ever-changing moods and liking. As a result, we hunt down every possible home magazine to find for inspiration.
We have accumulated a few tips that we found handy and thought you might enjoy it too. Let us have a look at it:
Opt for minimalist style:
We do not need to redecorate our home entirely. We have to consider few important things like comfort, practicality, and ability of the home to respond to its occupants. Go for small changes. Think minimalist since it is in trend these days.
De-clutter:
Throw away of all the unused, unloved, and unwanted possessions lying around the house. When it comes to looking luxe, a clean and tidy home always catch the attention in contrast to dirty homes.
Personalize the space with wall decals:
Wall decals are an affordable and easy way to brighten up a room. Add a floral print, inspiring quote, or energetic patterns. Since it is not time consuming and gives your space an instant style boost.
Add a pop of colour:
Paint is inexpensive and can make a big difference. We can add a bright pop of colour in any of the wall, or mellow down the colour scheme. A nice wash of colour can altogether change the overall feel of the room.
Add colourful throw pillows:
Throw pillows are an easy way to accessorize and brighten up a room. You can easily DIY some pillows or can easily buy them. Ditch out your old pillows and replace them with some colourful funky pillows. Just make sure you do not go overboard with it.
Hang art on the wall:
From family portraits to DIY art, adding art to your walls can instantly give a lively feel to your home. Keep in mind the size of the frames as they should appear cohesive.
Give the illusion of higher ceilings:
Raising the window panels gives an illusion of height and gives a grander feel. Window treatment is often underrated and the impact it has on a space. As a result, raising the length of the curtains and will give your guests an appeal of higher ceiling without having to do much.
Add mirrors:
We can trick our eyes into thinking a space is larger than it actually is with some mirror placement. Large mirrors will reflect the room back as a result it will make the room appear more spacious even twice its actual size.
In conclusion, we can say that we do not need to go all the way to give our homes a stylish shift. We just need some tips and tricks and the creative mind to transform our homes into a new one. Happy redecorating!
Aug 9, 2018 | Blog, Buyer Concerns
Which is the best decision: renting or buying property?
This question concerns people who live in rental property. Buying a house is a big step and intimidates people who have newly moved to a city or is starting a family.
We have accumulated the advantages of buying a home over living in a rented property to help you make an informed decision why you should consider buying a property.
Capital appreciation: 
The value of a property always increases and the immense growth of real estate industry makes it even more lucrative to buy a property. Cities like Guwahati are growing fast in infrastructure and investing real market brings in great returns. One can make the most of the benefit if the property is located in key areas like Ganeshguri, Bhetapara, Dispur, Zoo Road, Athgaon, etc. Having a property in possession adds to one’s social status and it gives a sense of fulfillment for one’s entire life.
Tax benefits & Subsidies:
You can claim benefits on income tax when you buy a property. If you opt for a joint home loan, you and your spouse can benefit from lower-income tax, provided that repayment is done equally by both. Also, there are Govt subsidies like PMAY and Apun Ghar Schemes that you can benefit from.
Source of additional income:
Another big advantage of buying property is that you can rent it. It will serve as an additional income. The rapid requirement of rented house in Guwahati is increasing day by day. One can also use the rental to pay the EMI of the property if one has purchased it on loan.
Residence in the Capital City: 
Residing in Guwahati, as it the capital of the State, gives one access to many opportunities. Infrastructure is always an advantage when residing in the capital of the State. Good schools, better medical facilities, everything is easily accessible.
Modification and customisation:
Owning your home means you can modify it, as you want. You can change the flooring, add a chandelier, colour the walls, pretty much anything without having to ask anybody. The value of the property also increases with the slight modifications you make every time.
Investing in real estate is one of the best decisions one can make. Buy a dream house today and reap the benefits out of it for a lifetime.
Jul 21, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks, Lifestyle
Why are wooden furniture preferred in most households?
Wooden furniture has a certain classic appeal to it that makes it timeless. It is still preferred than the metallic alloys furniture that require far less maintenance.
Wooden furniture is very popular and most commonly found accessory in Indian homes. It not only looks great, but can also last you a long time if taken proper care. Whether it is an antique furniture or a gorgeous dining table, all of them require care.
Wood is vulnerable to temperature changes, light and moisture. It’s very important that it is taken proper care from time to time.
How to clean wooden your furniture?
Below are some few tips for keeping wooden furniture clean and shiny so that it lasts longer:
- Use Protective Mats: An essential part of everyday maintenance is to place protective mats under them. It prevents the wood from scratching.
- Protect from dust: Clean wooden furniture on regular basis by removing the dust first. Attach a dusting brush to your vacuum cleaner to remove the dust. It prevents from scratching it. You can also opt for a soft microfiber cloth instead.
- Get the right cleaner: Always apply a specialized wood cleaning product. Follow the instructions on the label, and choose your product to suit the finish on your furniture. Avoid cleaners with ammonia in it which can cause long term damage to the surface.
Know about the wood and the finishing before you clean it:
Wooden furniture comes in a multitude of styles, composition and finishing. If you’re looking to give your wood a good clean some of the most common wood finishing types are as follows:
- Unsealed finishing: The cleaner should be applied with a cloth and not directly on the furniture. Avoid keeping the furniture wet.
- Varnish: It is sensitive to water as well. Dust with a slightly damp cloth. You can use a specialized cleaning solution when removing tough stains.
- Wax: It demands a soapy wood cleaner – always opt for a targeted commercial product.
- Paint: Its surface is not as sensitive as the other ones. You can use a solution made with washing up liquid to scrub it.
Things to keep in mind while taking care of your wooden furniture:
Keep your wooden furniture away from Sunlight: Direct sunlight is good for any type of furniture as UV rays can cause very quick and direct damage to wooden surfaces. It is always advisable to keep stuff away from sunlight and in conditions that are stable.
Taking care of temperature and humidity: Temperature and moisture are essential for managing wooden furnishings. Wood expands absorbing moisture and over a period of time excess humidity will lead to cracks.
Get them polished once every year or two by a professional: Polishing is a specialized job that requires care. This might appear as a costly venture, but the number of years it extends the life of your furniture will ultimately make it a profitable option.
Jul 2, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks, Lifestyle
How are indoor plants beneficial for us?
Studies show that anxiety and stress are the main reasons of insomnia. Spending time in the nature reduces our stress and anxiety levels. What better way to bring nature to our bedroom in this fast-paced life, than to bring in indoor plants.
Poor air quality from pollution, odors and mold fungi can impact our breathing, thus making our regular sleep next to impossible. Sleepless nights can take their toll on our energy, productivity, mood and quality of our life.
How do plants help us to sleep?
Plants have a calming effect as it releases oxygen and improve the air quality inside our rooms. NASA did a whole study on how plants help in our sleeping patterns. So, plants not only make for a good looking interior but also bring vitality and health.
What are the plants that have calming and purifying properties?
We have compiled a list of plants based on their calming and soothing properties to ensure that you have a good night’s sleep.
Jasmine: This exotic plant has a gentle, soothing effect on the body and mind. As a result it reduce anxiety levels, leading to a greater quality of sleep. The positive effects of quality sleep are that you enjoy increased alertness and productivity during the day.
Aloe Vera: Listed as one of NASA’s top air-improving plants, Aloe Vera emits oxygen at night, making for a more restful slumber. It’s also one of the easiest plants to grow.It is very low maintenance and so doesn’t require frequent watering.
Peace Lily: Peace Lily is another of NASA’s superstar plants, helping to filter out harmful benzene, trichloro-ethylene, and formaldehyde toxins. It suppresses airborne microbes that can lead to allergies. A nice shady position and weekly watering is all the Peace Lily needs.
Bamboo Palm: Also known as a Reed Palm,this small plant is a fantastic air purifier. It effectively removes airborne smells and toxins. Not only will you be able to enjoy your home’s pure, fresh air during the day, but you will enjoy a fantastic night’s sleep too. Keep the soil moist and place the plant away from direct sunlight.
