It is estimated that for every 10,000 Australian children born, four of these will be diagnosed as visually impaired or blind before the age of one. As a parent of a visually impaired child, you are tasked with making their surroundings as safe as possible while still providing an environment that promotes independent thinking. Children of all ages love to make the decision about what they will wear each day. So how do you cater to this desire when your child can't easily see the clothing choices before them?
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Australian summers can be extremely hot and they are only getting hotter. In order to feel comfortable and to prevent fatigue and heat exhaustion in the summer months, it is necessary to have air conditioning in the home. Typically, this means installation of a central air conditioning unit, but there is an alternative – ductless air conditioning.
What is ductless air conditioning exactly?
This type of air conditioning system is also referred to as a mini-split system, and the central differences are that the air conditioning is not centralised and ducts are not used.
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Fibreglass pools are gorgeous and typically require less maintenance than many other types of pools. However, these pools sometimes develop spider cracks. While they are not always serious, these cracks can sometimes be a sign of bigger problems. Here are five tips on avoiding spider cracks, ascertaining if they are serious and dealing with them if they occur:
1. Have a reputable professional install your fibreglass pool
Spider cracks can occur due to mistakes made during the shipping or installation process.
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Worried that your hot water system is wasting energy? If you have a hot water tank, there are multiple ways to make your system more efficient. Here are several ideas to get you inspired:
1. Insulate it
Unfortunately, you inevitably lose some heat and thus energy through the sides of your hot water tank and through the sides of your pipes. To mitigate this loss, add insulation to your tank and pipes.
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