Every woman (and man) knows what a nice bath can do to soothe a tired body. The heated water relaxes aching muscles, calms the mind, softens the mood. This fact was well known even back in the ancient times, we all know that Cleopatra, the most beautiful woman of her times, was fond of bathing in goat milk which softened her skin and made her look vibrant and fresh. Today, not many of us have the possibility to use milk to bathe in but there are many ways of preparing a miraculous bath.
Posts Tagged ‘bath’
Taking a bath - your relaxing time [recipes]
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Small Children and Water Safety at Home
Monday, November 9th, 2009
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Small children are curious and quick. Even the best-supervised toddler may escape temporarily from time to time. While constant monitoring is the primary way to ensure your child’s safety, there are other measures that may be taken to reduce danger. Increase water safety around your home, inside and out.
Bathtub Safety
Always supervise small children as they bathe, even if an older sibling is also in the bathtub. Collect necessary bath items before putting the child into the tub so that everything needed is within easy reach. If a bathing seat is used to help a baby remain upright, never leave the little one unattended, not even for a few seconds. Although rare, drowning deaths do occur during bathing seat use.
Outdoor Water Features
Many gardens contain a water feature such as a pond or fountain. While these small pools or fountains are enjoyable, they are also an attractive danger for small children. Consider emptying the feature of water and converting it into a sandpit while the children are young. If this is not possible, cover the feature securely or completely enclose the area with childproof fencing. (more…)
6 Simple Ways to Conserve Water in the Bathroom
Friday, October 30th, 2009
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Many litres of water are wasted daily in most homes across the country. Much of this precious water just disappears down the bathroom drain. Follow these simple tips to prevent wasteful water use in your bathroom.
Top Priority
A dripping faucet wastes valuable water around the clock. Check bathroom faucets for leaks and repair or replace, if necessary. To further reduce waste, install a faucet aerator and low flow showerhead.
Toilet
Older tanks or cisterns use much more water than necessary. In toilets installed before 2002, a displacement device is effective in reducing water waste. Either purchase a device or make your own by placing a plastic jug of water inside the tank. Use the largest jug possible that still allows an adequate flush. (more…)
Choosing a Tub or a Shower: Think it Through
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
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Remodeling the bathroom can be especially difficult task, since most bathroom projects involve gutting the space and starting over. Homeowners who venture down this road are often faced with a tough choice: bath tub or shower? There are a few things to consider when making this choice.
At the top of the list is functionality. If the bathroom is the primary or only one in the house, consider whether anyone in the family prefers bathing over showering. Not having access to a bath tub may leave the family wanting in the future. Should you decide a bath tub is necessary, you can chose between a fiberglass unit that includes a shower head or a more elegant pedestal tub. Remember that a pedestal tub does not normally have a shower head. (more…)
Hard Water in the Bath
Tuesday, May 19th, 2009
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Hard water can cause problems throughout the home. If severe enough, it leads to the chemical salt residues clogging faucets, clothes and dishwashers, and refrigerator icemakers. One of the most annoying manifestations of hard water, though, is the ugly deposits it leaves on your bathroom fixtures.
Sinks, tubs, and toilet bowls, in hard water locales, eventually accumulate ugly stains and deposits that require special attention. Commercial cleansers will do the job, but most of them are loaded with chemicals that can poison the environment. In most cases safe, inexpensive, and readily available household products are a more responsible solution. (more…)