Whether you’re an avid collector, or are occasionally attracted to certain pieces, chances are good that you have some degree of interest in antiques. If so, you’re in good company, as most of us own at least one, whether we bought it, or inherited it. Some people furnish their entire homes with antiques, and even have antique patio furniture outside.Whether you’re searching for a specific style of dresser, a stunning table to match your décor, or a junk piece to refinish, you should familiarize yourself with the various types of wood that the furniture may be made from, as they have different values and care requirements.Besides mahogany, oak, and walnut, which were mentioned in a previous article, rosewood was also popular for constructing antique furniture. In the 18th century, this hardwood was used mainly to create inlays and veneer, and was not used to make solid furniture until the early 19th century. Rosewood, which comes from Brazil, gets its name from of the scent that it emits when it is cut. It resembles mahogany, in that it is dark brown to reddish, but has a distinct grain pattern that is wavy, and almost black. Although it is beautiful, rosewood can sometimes be difficult to polish.Kingwood is quite similar to rosewood in appearance, except that its grain has a purple hue. Native to the West Indies, it was heavily used for veneer and parquetry, especially in France.You can also find a lot of antique furniture made from satinwood, which comes, in different varieties, from the East and West Indies. The trees of the West Indies produce wood that is the color of honey, and has a brilliant shine, while East Indian satinwood is paler, with a finer grain. Becoming popular early in the 19th century, it was frequently used for veneer and inlays. Because of its light tones, it was easy to paint.Ebony, which is a dense, heavy, and nearly black wood, was often used to make contrasting marquetry inlays. Calamander, or coromandel, a member of the ebony family, was popular in the Regency period. Indigenous to Sri Lanka and India, it is extremely hard, and has a black, striped grain. Wood from this family has also been used for making cabinets, piano keys, and knife handles.Being able to recognize different types of wood will always be helpful to you when you’re searching for antiques. When it comes to buying new outdoor patio furniture, however, you’ll find everything you want – along with everything you need to know – at CedarStore.com.CedarStore.com has a huge array of decay-resistant cedar, pine, oak, teak, and cherry furniture, as well as everlasting polywood, aluminum, and vinyl furniture that will look as good as new, even when it becomes antique. In styles from classic to contemporary, their outdoor chairs, swings, benches, lounges, settees, rockers, gliders, and dining sets, are available in dozens of spectacular colors to complement the décor of any porch, patio, deck, or gazebo.CedarStore.com will even customize furniture, at your request. To contact a design consultant or customer service representative, call 1-888-293-2339, or e-mail contact@cedarstore.com.
Age Defying Make Up
If you don't believe these things, its time that you buy Marilyn Moffat and Carole Lewis' book entitled Age Defying Fitness. This is a good book that will open your eyes to the importance of health and fitness as people age. You can get the book under $20 from leading bookstores and online bookstores.
Different individuals have varying fitness levels. With the right physical therapist or doctor, you will be provided with your very own specific profile and assessment. This way, you can determine which physical exercises are suited to your level and age to achieve the most favorable health.
The physical body changes as a person grows old, and there's no doubt about that. Many old people are slowly realizing that and most of them can't easily accept such fact. Changes related to an individual's age is often induced, reversible, and inevitable. That is a fact that old people should accept and deal with.
With the aid of the book by Moffat/Lewis, old individuals can now overcome almost all the aches, unsteadiness, and stiffness of their joint muscles. By using their self-administered tests which are very simple, you can now assess your physical performance level based on the five vital domains. The five domains are balance, posture, flexibility, strength, and endurance.
Based on the results of the tests provided, the authors are able to develop your personal profile. The book features very easy stretching and strengthening exercises that are largely based on the newest clinical researches. A Theraband is also included; it is a resistive band used in certain kinds of exercise.
Age Defying Fitness is not just the typical how-to reference book because it encourages its readers to take full responsibility over their physical wellness. Straightforward everyday approach is also offered by the authors in order for the reader to achieve better health.
The book's authors are widely recognized in their own fields. Marilyn Moffat is a physical therapist recognized internationally as a leader/professor in the University of New York. She also was the president of APTA or the American Physical Therapy Association for a term of six consecutive years. At present, she is currently included on the World Federation of Physical Therapy's executive committee. For nearly 40 years she is practicing her profession in the private sector.
Carole Lewis is also a physical therapist, and is the owner/founder of a huge PT practice in Washington. She is a full-time professor in the Geriatrics Department of GWU (George Washington University). Lewis also published various articles and textbooks about aging.
The book is very interesting to read and the aging reader can appreciate very much all the photographs and drawings. Many reviews have given Age Defying Fitness very high ratings and they encourage other people, especially aging baby boomers, to purchase the book.
Old people will likely get a low assessment on the quizzes, but if you continue reading, you might be able to pass the different tests provided on the book. Purchase the book now and don't miss the chance to stay fit in your golden years.
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