Don't we all have a problem with trying to dust our chandeliers? Ok, maybe not all of us. But for those that do chandeliers are a mecca for cobwebs and dust. They are just too high and too delicate to reach.
Of course at the 2010 Builders' Show there was a manufacturer that specializes in light lifts which are perfect for cleaning large ornamental lights as well as gaining access to change bulbs.
The Aladdin Light Lift is installed using a system of pulleys and cables that is controlled from a remote switch on your wall that allows you to lower and lift the light as needed.
There was plenty of luxury on display at the 2010 Builders' Show and it is no more apparent than in the wine storage sector.
VintageView from the Wine Master Cellars is a wine-lovers dream. They were the first wine storage company to create a label-forward wine racking display system instead of the traditional cork forward display. Now you can really show off your vintage without pulling bottles.
These systems are in place in the finest restaurants and hotels throughout the world but you can also have one of these installed at home. Hey it's just money!
Vessel sinks are the hottest new trend in bathroom design. In many ways, vessel sinks are a throwback to a time before plumbing when people washed up each morning in elaborate china basins that sat atop their bedroom vanities.
During Victorian times these beautiful China fixtures were paired with matching floral and gilt pitchers to hold the water, and some people still collect these sets. Vessel sinks are a beautiful new take on an old idea.
Today's vessel sinks offer many more choices than their Victorian counterparts. Copper vessel sinks enhance Arts & Crafts Revival decor in bungalows and foursquare homes.
Ceramic and pottery vessel sinks make charming accents for modern country bathrooms.
To choose the perfect vessel sink for your decorating style, start by matching material to design. Some of the most popular vessel sink materials include:
Copper - Copper has always been popular in kitchens, but with the resurgence in popularity of sleek Arts & Crafts cabinetry and fixtures, copper vessel sinks are coming back in a big way. Look for hammered antique finishes, verdigris effects, or smooth glossy copper surfaces. Copper does dent easily but also has the advantage of being a natural germ repellent.
Glass - Glass is the most popular of all materials used for vessel sinks. A glass vessel sink can be purchased for as little as $100, all the way up to thousands of dollars for specialty or hand blown glass. Glass comes in a range of colors and effects, but do keep in mind it must be cleaned with each use.
Stainless Steel - Stainless steel vessel sinks look great with industrial or ultramodern decor, or next to a stainless stove or wet bar with stainless accessories. Stainless steel can be noisy though, and it does show water spots. Look for heavy gauge stainless to help keep noise to a minimum.
Who knew it would work out so well...or not.
[via Gizmodo]
