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You’re an ambitious woodworker, passionate about creating stunning pieces that showcase the beauty and versatility of wood. Contrary to popular belief, you’ve heard whispers about a mystical type of wood that sinks in water. Curiosity piqued, and you set off on a quest to learn more about this elusive material. Welcome, inquisitive woodworker, to your

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on mastering French door decor! French doors are a beautiful and timeless addition to any home, providing an elegant transition between indoor and outdoor spaces. However, finding the right blinds and privacy solutions for these doors can be challenging. In this blog post, we will explore various types of blinds

French doors can leak due to various causes, such as deteriorated weatherstripping, improper installation or strong winds pushing against them. If your home has a set of these stylish yet resilient double-door units which are starting to leak, it’s important to take appropriate action as soon as possible in order to avoid costly repairs down

#315 – Seismic Design for Fire Sprinkler Pipes, Part 1: Flexible Design December 16, 2022January 14, 2020 Why do building and fire codes require seismic design? In earthquake-prone areas, building codes mandate special seismic construction for specific structural elements of buildings, like beams and supporting walls. The reasons for this are self-evident: we don’t want

#393 – The Basics of CMDA, CMSA, In-Rack, and ESFR Storage Sprinklers April 22, 2022September 14, 2021 Warehouses and other storage facilities require unique storage sprinkler solutions An office building might have a similar square footage to a warehouse, but the two could not be more different to a fire protection engineer. That’s because warehouses

#143 – A Guide to Dry Sprinkler Systems, Part 1: System Overview April 28, 2023January 29, 2019 Dry sprinkler systems protect people and property in freezing temperatures Wet sprinkler systems may dominate the fire safety market, but there’s a better solution for certain environments prone to freezing: dry sprinkler systems. Dry sprinklers provide the coverage

#396 – Viking’s Latest Thread-On Concealed Sprinkler Cover Plates October 30, 2022October 26, 2021 Viking’s newest concealed fire sprinkler cover plate threads into place Viking launched a new thread-on cover plate for concealed fire sprinklers. These covers are designed for use with Viking’s existing line of Mirage, Freedom, and XT-1 concealed pendent sprinklers. Instead of

#418 – Explaining Fire Sprinkler Acronyms: ELO, ESFR & ECOH Sprinklers March 1, 2023January 19, 2023 ELO, ESFR, ECOH. What do those letters mean, and what are the differences between these sprinkler heads? Like the US government and military, the fire protection industry is filled with acronyms many people don’t understand. This article explains three