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Do You Need Mirrors in Your Home Gym?

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Walk into any commercial gym and what’s the first thing you notice? It’s the mirrors, right? There are dozens of floor to ceiling mirrors covering nearly every wall surface. Most trainers and workout enthusiasts will tell you that gym mirrors are a must for ensuring the success and safety of a workout. That said, do you need mirrors in your home gym? Home Gym Mirrors are a Good Idea For… Checking Your Form Proper form when performing exercises and lifting weights is important because failing to do something correctly can result in injury or poor results. Being able to see yourself as you go through your reps allows you to spot posture and form issues to avoid hurting yourself and improve your overall results. Making Your Home Gym Look Bigger Mirrors reflect light, which makes any space look and feel bigger. They make the room brighter and give the illusion that it goes on forever, especially when floor-to-ceiling mirrors are used. If your home gym is on the small side, installing ...

The Benefits of Retrofit Windows

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If your home has old, leaky, or otherwise hard-to-function windows, replacing them is an easy and quick home improvement project that not only increases the value and comfort of your home but also enhances its curb appeal and saves you money in the long run. Replacement windows also called retrofit windows, are the best choice for window replacement for several reasons. What are Retrofit Windows? Retrofit windows are replacement windows customized to fit in an existing window space. The installer does not need to remove the exterior materials of your home to install the windows, but rather, the windows are measured and built to fit any size or shape window opening in your home. Advantages of Retrofit Windows First, the biggest advantage of retrofit windows is that they are dual-pane, which means they have two panes of glass instead of one. This adds an extra layer of insulation to keep the outside temps out and the inside temps in. You’ll notice a decrease in your home’s energy usa...

4 Characteristics of a Good Glass Company

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  Do you need replacement windows for your home? Perhaps you’re a store owner looking for storefront glass repair. Whatever the case, you need a good glass company to ensure the work is done right. Glass installation and repair is an investment, so you can’t afford shoddy work. Here are four characteristics of a good glass company you should look for. 1. A Good Glass Company is Experienced The more experience a glass company has, the better. This means they’ve been installing and repairing glass for a long time, and they likely can address any glass needs you may have. The longer a glass shop has been in business, the more knowledge they’ve collected and the better able they are to problem solve any unique situation that presents itself. 2. A Good Glass Shop is Efficient Any good glass shop knows time is money. Your time is valuable, as is theirs, so they won’t mess around when it comes to addressing your glass needs. An efficient glass company will be able to comple...

The Importance of Mirror Walls in Business

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Installing mirror walls in commercial spaces does more than just add beauty and spaciousness to the area. Mirror walls have a way of attracting people, even when they don’t particularly like the way they look. Below, we discuss the importance of mirrors in a business setting. Mirror Walls Enhance Lighting While most offices, gyms, and retail spaces are flooded with light, mirror walls enhance that light to make the space appear brighter and larger. This makes employees and customers alike feel more awake and comfortable as they work or shop. Mirrors in the Gym, Spa, or Yoga Studio Anytime you visit a gym, spa, or yoga studio, the first thing you notice are the floor-to-ceiling mirrors on the walls. Gym mirrors play an important role in a person’s ability to work out properly. Being able to see yourself as you move through your workout lets you notice areas where your stance or your follow-through may be incorrect. Being able to identify and correct these imperfections can keep you ...

The Awesomeness of Dual Pane Windows

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When considering replacement windows for their homes, many homeowners opt for dual pane windows. This is because dual pane windows offer the style and efficiency that homeowners look for when making such an investment. Below, we discuss a few of the biggest benefits dual pane windows provide. The Energy Efficiency of Dual Pane Windows Much of a home’s energy efficiency is determined by the windows it has. Old, sagging, single-pane windows allow outside air to seep into the home, making it uncomfortable and expensive to heat or cool. New, dual-pane windows, on the other hand, provide energy efficiency unmatched by other types of windows. Once installed, you’ll notice a decrease in your energy bills each month and an increase in your overall comfort inside your home. While replacement windows are a big investment, dual pane windows pay for themselves over time. Noise Reduction with Dual Pane/Retrofit Windows Dual pane windows, also called retrofit windows, make for a quieter, happier...

What’s the Real Purpose for Gym Mirrors?

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If you’ve ever visited a gym before, one of the first things you’ve likely noticed is all the mirrors on the walls. While it might seem a tad vain to watch yourself workout in front of a mirror, there’s a good reason for gym mirrors. In fact, it’s such a good reason, you may even want to consider installing a couple in your home gym, too. Gym Mirrors: Proper Form, Breathing, and Execution The key to getting a safe and effective workout is making sure you’re doing the exercise right and breathing correctly throughout. Without proper form, breathing, and execution, you don’t get the full benefit of working out. Thus, gym mirrors are there to help you make sure you’re doing everything right. While it’s true that gym mirrors make for great gym selfies, their presence in mass in every gym and home gym around enables fitness enthusiasts to watch themselves as they work out to be sure they are getting the most from their workouts. You can make sure your form is superb with every repetition...

Quality Window Glass Services in Hayward

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Whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner, the windows and other various glass accents in and throughout your home or business are important to not only protecting the dwelling but also making it look great inside and out. When the glass is cracked, fogged, or otherwise damaged in some way, it can create a safety issue as well as negatively affect the aesthetics of the place. If you are in need of window glass services of any kind in the Hayward area, be sure to give Bay Area Window Glass a call right away.  Bay Area Window Glass – Window Glass Services for Hayward and Beyond Bay Area Window Glass has served the residents of Hayward and the surrounding areas with quality window glass services for more than four decades. We cater to homeowners and business owners alike with the highest quality products and expert professional service. Our commitment to our customers is evident in the feedback we receive from our customers. Your satisfaction is our goal, and we wor...