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The Benefits if Glass #Balustrades — Sources: Bored Panda and Granddesignstairs.com

The balustrade is an essential and often overlooked part of stair design. It doesn’t matter whether your stairs are inside or outside, the balustrade will need to be carefully considered before you install the stairs.

No matter how stunning the stairs this will ensure it is fully integrated into the design. This has been true for centuries.

Of course you can install glass balustrades after the stairs are in place; you simply need to find the right system to lock it all into place. You can then appreciate these benefits:

Beauty

There is no doubt that a glass balustrade is a thing of beauty. A glass elegant will not always be fully visible, this adds to the elegance and sophistication of the balustrade.

In fact, because it can reflect light it will brighten and transform all of your interior space.

Light

No matter where your balustrade is a glass balustrade can allow light to flood through the house. This helps if light is low to lift your mood and make you feel like the outside is inside.

It can also ensure that you can see the stunning view from your own hoe, no matter where you’re sat.

Maintenance

The great thing about glass is that it is tough and requires virtually no maintenance. You will need to wipe it clean regularly, especially if you have children! This is much quicker and easier than some of the ornate balustrades you’ll find in houses and design shops.

You can even polish out scratches to ensure they look as good 5 or 10 years in the future as they did when first installed!

Space

Because light moves through glass and is reflected round the room it can dramatically increase the feeling of space inside your home.

This is not a benefit you’ll be able to appreciate if you use wood, metal or any other material for your balustrade.

Mixing It Up

The greatest thing about glass is that it is not a standalone material. You can have an entirely glass balustrade. Alternatively you can opt for a part glass and part virtually any other material. This can add to the aesthetic appeal and help it to feel in harmony with the rest of your home.

Strong

You’re first thought regarding glass balustrades is probably that glass is fragile and dangerous when it breaks. In fact, glass is one of the strongest construction materials currently available.

It also has the benefit of being extremely durable. Years from now it will have weather but look virtually identical to how it is today; that’s not something most balustrade materials can say!

Installation

Finally, glass is actually very easy to install. The panels will arrive pre-cut and with mounting holes already drilled into the right positions. All you need to do is attach them to the framework and enjoy. Alternatively, your supplier can install the glass balustrade for you. They’ll be in and out of your home in no time.

Take a look at some images online and you’ll be surprised at just how good a choice this is for your next balustrade.

Ok you have decided to buy a new house here are 5 tips for budgeting for your new home

Renting a house may seem like a great idea when you’re just starting out. But as time goes, it becomes more expensive and is a lot harder to keep up with. Paying for a house that you’re only temporarily going to live in seems like a lot after a while. It is always a good idea to start saving at the earliest and buy a house for yourself.

The Top 5 Home Budgeting Tips You Need to Know

We are sure you have chosen your right home, from the many houses for sale. However, after the downpayment, you know that you need to keep it a little tight.

While saving to buy a new house isn’t an easy task, watching your budget and a couple of dedicated ideas can always help you with that. Here are 5 tips to budgeting for a new house.

Clear Your Dues

The first and foremost rule to budget for a new house is to not have any pending dues. A pile of loans only makes it easier for the bank not to give you one for your house. Also, if you move into a new house with a home loan along with a few more, it would only worsen your credit score and finances.

This will also increase your chances to go higher for the house loans as the lesser dues you got, the more money you can borrow. You will also end up saving a lot on the interest.

The process though needs some spending at the start but as Derek Dawson of Dawson Property Management points out – it is beneficial in the long run. The sooner you start the sooner you’ll pay all of the dues.

Budget Your Monthly Earning

It is imperative to save some cash when it comes to buying a house. The more you have on hand, the less you borrow, and the lesser goes in the interest payments. The more cash also means that if the house you’re looking at requires some repair work before you move in, you’ll be able to pay for all of that.

Make an account of your monthly income and look at your budget. You can cut down on unnecessary items and limit your luxuries. You don’t have to start off with the big bucks immediately, but even a slower start can lead to big savings in a year.

Get the clutter out

The best time to have a garage sale is while you’re looking to buy a new house. Make a note of the things you wouldn’t need in the new house or probably haven’t used in over a year. You can make some good money for the repairs and the coloring without having to carry any of the old stuff into your new home.

Build your credit score

Buying a house isn’t an easy deal and may require you to borrow a hefty sum from the bank. But the amount of your loan depends on your credit score and so, you need to have a good rating.

To ensure your credit score is high, you can clear all of your past dues, and maintain a good amount of savings in your account.

Get Educated

Stay informed not only about the process but the type of loans you can apply for. Each bank is different, and your loan may or may not include the insurance cover at times. Always look at your savings, and only go for an option that suits you best.

Have you started budgeting for your new house yet? Have an experience you would like to share?

Month: March 2018

The Benefits Of Glass Balustrades “Stairs”

5 Tips to Budgeting for a New House