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  1. Opposable Thumbs and Tool Technology – Inseparable

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Size:  18.0 KBEven the most basic of tools separate us from other animal species, but it is opposable thumbs which appeared in the evolutionary process and really set us out along the road to where we are now. It could even be argued that tool technology and opposable thumbs are the yin and the yang of our civilization.

    The evolution of tools

    It has been postulated that even simple tools have been in use by hominid species for its entire existence, linked ...
  2. How To Decide What Size Of Rug Will Suit Your Homes

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    Rugs are used in homes and offices. The purpose of it is to produce a beautiful living, but the decision of which carpet for where, is a tough one.

    The science of mastering the correct rug size is a tricky one. It relies on a number of guidelines that can narrow the possibilities and bring out the most appropriate selection.

    When a space is considered it is advisable to leave a certain length in the borders. This frames the area and ...
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    Home Decor
  3. Advantages of Having Accent Armchairs

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    Accent armchairs are back in the limelight today, as more and more people are choosing to make bold statements when it comes to interior design. True enough, accent armchairs are a perfect blend between practicality and aesthetics and can instantly spice up any room of the house. This is especially true for the living room, which is extremely important because that’s where you entertain guests and that’s where people develop their first impressions ...
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    Home Decor
  4. Readymade blinds or curtains - what’s your preference ?

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    I'm a curtain person but I know so many people who choose blinds over curtains every time. Curtains are cosy and at the time of writing with the nights drawing in, all you need to do is draw the curtains and keep the chill of the winter out. Winter is fast approaching; what better than to snuggle up behind closed curtains, a steaming mug of cocoa and a blazing fire in the hearth?

    I’ll stick with tradition

    Venetian blinds, roller blinds ...
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    Home Decor
  5. Why compare business energy tariffs?

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    Comparing business energy tariffs and rates is your first step to reducing one of the biggest overheads any business has. Staff costs are at the top of the list but energy costs are a close second. Wouldn’t it be great if you could lower your energy bills by way of a single call to a free phone number? Well now you can save up to seventy percent of your current energy costs with one single phone call. Come on, you know it makes sense.

    Single and dual ...
  6. Easy Maintenance Landscaping

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    Maybe you are thinking about renting your property, or you just have bought a property with the view of selling it in the future. If you are renovating an existing property to rent or sell, you may need to consider your landscaping options.

    Specialists will often tell you that landscaped gardens are a sought-after feature for many property hunters. If you are not a keen gardener or you have tenants, you may want to consider landscaping that is easy ...
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    Garden, Landscaping