The evolution of sauna during time

Having 2,000 years of history behind, the Finnish sauna was firstly used as a bathe, becoming during time a place where women gave birth and where sick people were nursed. Although native to Finland, sauna was found in different cultures under various names. The Roman public bath, the Turkish steam bath, the Russian banya or the Native American inipi are equivalents of the Finnish saunas. I ...

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For a garden to thrive, an irrigation system is required. There are many types of irrigation systems that assure the necessary water that plants need. Sprinkler irrigation system The sprinkler system is used for large gardens with shrub borders. It can be installed by a professional if you do not have the required knowledge to do it yourself. Still, a portable sprinkler system is easy to ...

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Patio heaters are ideal for spending evenings on the patio even in cooler autumn weather. The most efficient and low-maintenance heaters are the ceiling ones. These heaters do not have the disadvantages of portable patio heaters. The ceiling heaters work on either electric current or natural gas. Some of these heaters use radiant heat, thus heating the objects and persons in the area but no ...

Teenage bedroom decoration ideas

If you are a teenager or a parent and you need some ideas on how to decorate your bedroom, here you will find some tips that can help you do the job. We all know that teenage years are very difficult for parents but we also know that this is the most beautiful period in one’s life. Teenagers have a strong personality and for them, privacy is a very important thing. That is why a bedroom is con ...

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The installation of gutters and downspouts is a good way to increase your home's efficiency and value. Choosing the right gutter type Choosing the right gutter varies depending on your needs and budget. You may want to buy the gutter from any local store that sells it. You can find it in 10 foot sections or you can order it specially made for your purposes and needs. These custom gutters ...

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