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Natural Stone Puzzle Become Attractive Element

arnasati — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:51:29 +0000

For fans of the puzzle, arrange each piece into a single unitary whole picture of course is very challenging and interesting. it can be felt also when decorating the outside walls of the house. As can be seen in this photo.

The concept can also puzzle, we do on the outside wall of the house. Except this time we do not make puzzles of cardboard, but from natural stone. Look beyond the walls of this house. Most of the walls are covered with stones arranged like a puzzle.

The rocks have a shape and size vary. Arrangement was a bit messy but it gives a beautiful natural appearance. Stones with different shapes create texture. Does not irregular wall effects of natural and dynamic. While not the same color of the stone shows the color of rhythm games.

Boulders would be incurred and “colored” if it gets the spotlight. Neat arrangement that does not even impressive rhythm game interesting.

Terrace arranged according to their function

arnasati — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:41:45 +0000

Located on the outer area of the building, the terrace can be used for various activities. These activities also apparently related to the concept of terrace arrangement.

* To receive visitors. Level of privacy and security are lacking, making this arrangement centered on the patio furniture and decorative plants. Furniture in the form of one or two pairs of wooden chairs. Artistic touch can be done on the walls with paintings, ornaments, or lights. More emphasis on the look out. Lighting should be bright as collateral and to illuminate the surrounding garden.
* To mingle. Arrangement considering the extension of the family room. At certain moments, family room below the terrace that are interconnected can be used maximally to gather the family event. Arrangement should reflect the ambience relaxed, casual, and comfortable. One set of squashy sofa with a larger size can be chosen to fill the terrace. Lighting is required is not too light to form a cozy atmosphere. Personal collections can be accessory space.
* For dining. Terrace used for dining furniture requires a set of dining chairs with a table. On the terrace can also be placed a small cabinet to store dining furniture that is easy to achieve. Sufficient lighting can be aided by the dim candle light.
* For the distribution of a hobby. Terraces of this kind requires special furniture in accordance with a penchant activities will be conducted. Usually a chair and ottoman Armed with a small table filled terrace for reading or sewing hobby. Display attract your work can fill the corner of the porch..

3 Types of Carport Roof Structure

arnasati — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:33:36 +0000

Carport design consists of the floor, wall and roof cantilever structure, as well as to cover the roof. How does the structure of the roof?

Suspension frame structure for carport roof can be categorized into three types:

1. Stand-alone structures: Stand-alone structures can be propped up on four main points, or it could be only two main points by using the cantilever system. The columns can be selected from the cantilever concrete columns, wood, iron, steel, or a combination of these materials. The appearance of the outside of the column can be selected according with the carport design concept.
2. Partially attached to the structure: carport which located very close to the main building will have an advantage. Roof frame can be attached to the house. This allows more cost-effective construction of carport. Only with a two point support, carport has a solid foundation. In order to look attractive, the carport construction should use materials and systems which in line with the construction of houses and the main facade.
3. Suspension structure: suspension structure is cantilevered structure with iron wire or steel slings. This system allows the cover roof hang freely without requiring additional columns. Lightweight material needed for roof frame and cover. Such structures are usually used flat roof type.

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Protect the Roof from Dirt and Debris

arnasati — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:16:09 +0000

The wind blows hardly these days. It brings the brown and old leaves from the trees which are going to fall down in a minute. The debris and the dirt also fly along with the wind and make a landing on the roof. Instantly our roof becomes very dirty. We need to clean it as soon as possible because if the rain falls, the water may get stuck on the roof and becomes the nest of all diseases.

We need gutter protection to be installed on the roof. But it seems quite hard to find an effective gutter guard which will not ruin the view of the top of our house. It means it is hard to find gutter cap which can follow the roof line that it will not too obvious. The only gutter roof which comes in our mind is the one which is produced by Gutterroof.com. The gutter guard has a very flexible design with low profile mounting system that it can follow the curve lines of the roof and it can be installed on any types of roof’s terrain.

It will not make the roof to get damaged or to leak because it will be nailed on the roof without destroys the shape and the line

Tips Build Carport or Modern Garage

arnasati — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:11:52 +0000

How to build a garage or carport to beautify the home? Here’s an example design of modern carport or garage. A garage is usually located adjacent to the main house. For some house design sometimes garage located in a little bay and there is one part of cement with the open plains as a connection from the garage. That’s called carport.

Even some modern houses have no garage, carport and enclosed. This style actually follow the Western style in foreign countries because there are many homes that do not have a garage but a carport only. This fact legitimate. But the thing is, you should consider the security aspect as well. Do you think it is safe enough to let your vehicle parked in the open carport in the garage rather than a closed?

The garage is considered more secure because it has a door as a protector. While it only basis carport parking. Houses with large land has many advantages. Therefore, there can be built garage and carport. This scene will make a house a home look more luxurious.