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As any homeowner or tenant will tell you, the balance between home security and keeping your home ventilated safely is a constant battle. We all like to enjoy fresh air and to give our pets unlimited, easy access, but keeping our home from being stuffy by leaving...
Leaving your windows open at night might not seem like a subject that requires lengthy discussion. It should be pretty simple. Either you like sleeping with the windows open, or you don’t, and it’s your choice which option will work best for you and your family....
Balcony safety and security are often one of the last things considered when it comes to ensuring your home is secure. The fact that they are generally on the second floor or higher lulls home or apartment owners into a false sense of security, where they believe...
When it comes to deciding which school is the right choice for your children there are a host of factors that you need to consider. These include things such as the facilities, location, history, academic credentials, sports and extracurricular activities. However,...
Windows are a very important feature in any home. They let fresh air and natural light in, as well as allowing you to see into the world outside, but they are also one of the more important (and often neglected) areas of home safety and security. Did you know that...
They say that necessity is the mother of all invention and in the case of South African inventor, Anthony Bairos, this couldn’t be truer. Some time ago while sailing along the North East Coast of Venezuela, Anthony frequently moored in marinas where he experienced a...
Balconies come with many advantages and, for homes or apartment blocks that have them as a feature, they can add tremendous value allowing for beautiful views and access to the outdoors, which can go a long way in enhancing quality of life. But balconies also come...
One of the biggest questions that arises when you decide to childproof your home, is where do I begin? When you take a look at your home and consider the myriad of possible dangers and risks, it can seem overwhelming. Thankfully, there are a lot of online sources of...
Deciding to childproof your home should be one of the most important things new and expectant parents look into. Even parents of slightly older children can benefit from a child home safety audit. Childproofing isn’t just about protecting your child (although that is the primary purpose) it is also about making the life of parents a little easier.
At first, this may seem like a contradiction in terms, but there are many instances where you may want to lock your window in the open position. Introducing our "Open-Window Lock". Most windows are meant to be opened, they provide fresh, clean air and help remove...