Saturday, August 22, 2009

Review: Evolve Water Lily Shower Head



The Evolve Water Lily Shower Head ($69.95 - $74.95) that I received has several wonderful features that are quite impressive! What is even more impressive is that Evolve is the first and only company dedicated to creating shower heads that are eco friendly. These shower heads will save money ($75 yearly utility savings, 2,700 gallons yearly water savings and 11 months payback time), water and energy without decreasing the water flow.

Sometimes we're capable of doing something else to kill time before the water gets hot. We usually don't realize how much gallons of water we're letting go down the drain. This is energy being spent for nothing. However, Evolve Water Lily Shower Head features an automatic trickle to reduce the flow of the water once it reaches 95° F (35° C. So if you're another room, you will know that your shower is ready without wasting any water when the trickling starts.

Some may wonder if the Evolve Water Lily Shower Head works just by giving you less water, but this is not the case at all with any of the Evolve shower heads! All Evolve shower heads flow at the maximum rate allowed by law – 2.5 gallons per minute. This helps save money and energy without having to use a low flow setting. Evolve saves the hot water that typically get's wasted before you get in instead of taking water away from you while you're in the shower.

Honestly, I love the Evolve Water Lily Shower Head and would recommend it anyone who is looking for ways to cut costs in their household. It took less than 15 minutes to install, and it was so easy!

Key Features

- ShowerStart™ technology
save time, water & money without lowering water flow
- maximum flow rate allowable by law

- multi-function rain head
- works with standard shower arm
- ideal balance of coverage and great flow
- 3 spray patterns:
rain, massage and a combination spray
- solid brass fittings
- anti-clog nozzles


The product in this review was provided to the reviewer for the purpose of writing a review. This in no way effects the quality of the review provided. No monetary exchange occurred in exchange for the writing of the review. The views expressed in this review are strictly that of the reviewer. All reviews provided here are the work of the reviewer and remain completely unbiased.

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Sophisticated Dorm Room Design

For many, heading off to college means freedom. But dorm rooms are often compared to jail cells, at least when it comes to design. Stiff single beds, clunky, oversized desks and too-tiny closets are common at many universities.

But with a little ingenuity, these small spaces can be transformed into stylish sanctuaries.

Interior designer and event planner Minoo Hersini, who runs Au Ciel Design Studio in NY, shares her expertise on how to create that perfect modish dorm room.



- Your goal is to be organized, not to have clutter and various collections.
- Most dorm rooms are shared, therefore, it is vital to have a functional living/study space. Considering that you have to furnish your entire room, use modular/platform beds with drawers or a trunk. Here, you will have a clean and modern look and you will have storage space underneath which will prevent clutter. Also, add one bedside table that is shared between the two beds.
- For simplicity, use solid colors for sheets and bed covers with accent of prints, stripes or plaids for cushions. You can always mix and match your accessories.
- In regards to lighting, use wall-mounted lighting and insert lighting on the wall next to the bed for reading. Additionally, you can use floor lamps for extra lighting if necessary.
- Another neat and multi functional piece of furniture is a trunk/cabinet. Here, you can store books, CDs and DVDs. Also, you can throw on a couple of cushions in order to create additional seating space.
- Since most students use laptops, you can eliminate desks.
- Lastly, creating a wall cork panel framed to compliment the colors in the room is a clever way of displaying pictures, memos and invitations.

 

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