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The usage of welded wire mesh sheets has decreased in certain areas of the industry such as slabs used in residential installations. Synthetic fibers or fiber mesh has been marketed and sold as a substitute to welded wire mesh sheets to take over as the staple of many construction projects. Many contractors express their distaste for welded wire mesh sheets due to them just being a hassle to work with. Synthetic fibers are branded as a more ready-to-go solution that doesn’t require bundles upon bundles for residential slabs. Is this true and are there any pitfalls to switching? Welded Wire Mesh Sheets & Synthetic Fibers: A Comparison If you follow manufacturer recommendations and warnings, synthetic fibers don’t necessarily provide the same solution as welded wire mesh sheets. Welded wire mesh sheets were used extensively due to their ability to hold together slabs even after the soil settles. This duty allows for minimal cracking and high durability for the slabs. Synthetic fiber...

Homebuilders and remodelers usually go into hyperdrive with their unfinished projects as the cold winter approaches. Unfortunately, all aspects of a project might not be able to be completed before the cold weather arrives. When building or remodeling a home, one of the last parts to complete is painting, which is also quite temperamental in cold weather. Cold weather for painting is general in the 40s and below. Painters in Haddon Heights provided some tips for when a project can’t wait for the cold weather to break.  How Does The Cold Affect Painting?     Low temperatures of the 40s and below have many negative effects on applying paint and the paint itself. Oil-based paints become extremely thick under cold temperatures due to the oil becoming slowed within the paint. The paint becoming thicker makes it extremely difficult for the paint to be applied smoothly or evenly. Latex paints are prone to freezing in cold temperatures due to water being present in the...

If you are ever going on vacation or visiting family for a special occasion like the upcoming holidays, you might have to look into boarding services for your pets. Although not all vacations and extended leaves require you to leave your pets behind, pets can make travel very difficult. Many pet owners get nervous when thinking about leaving their pets with another person in another location. It is only natural. Before you check your pet in at an overnight dog boarding South Jersey caretaker, take a minute to read about the different types of boarding facilities and requirements for your pet.  There are two main types of boarding facilities. The two types are modern boarding homes and clinic boarding shelters. Both types of boarding facilities provide unique experiences and services for your pets. Modern boarding homes are the equivalent of a human resort. Modern boarding homes have many amenities that promote playtime and socialization as well as monitoring capabilities of the ow...

When your general physician recommends seeing a hematologist, a lot could start going through your head. A recommendation to see a hematologist can be very worrisome for you and your family. Some people may think of a terminal illness like cancer to be suspected when in reality, a hematologist treats and diagnoses blood disorders. Many blood disorders are manageable and don’t require major changes to your lifestyle. The search for the best hematologist in NJ is very manageable and easy than you may think as well. Here are some tips! Referrals The best and easiest way to start is to gather together a referral list. Good referrals come from people that you know and trust like family, friends, and other doctors you see. Compile this list and research each doctor accordingly to figure out which one works best for you and your situation. As you narrow down the potential doctors, set up consultations to hear what they have to say.  Research  A hematologist’s credentials are a very ...

Customers choose a particular salon or spa to visit to enjoy some great relaxation on their day off. With salons and spas being a leisure activity, the service and experience are very important to keep customers returning. If your salon is providing a poor experience, there are many other competitors that would love to have them walk through their doors. There are many different ways to improve your customer experience. From investments into salon software and different marketing tactics, here are some tips to help improve your salon’s experience for its customers.  Appointment Reminders  One of the biggest losses of revenue is appointments being missed or turning into a late arrival. Appointment reminders help with avoiding this issue. Not only do they help with avoiding missed appointments, but they help with building excitement for the client by giving them a reminder of “hey, you have this to look forward to!” This can be exactly what a client wants to hear when they have...