Jul 24, 2018 | Blog, Protech Properties
Luxury living in the centre of the city:
Living in a luxurious apartment right in the heart of the city has been always been a far-fetched dream. Protech Tara Hira is making your dreams into reality. With an area about 1678 square feet, Protech Tara Hira is our grand dream project located at A.K. Azad Road.
What makes Protech Tara Hira unique?
The residential apartment, Protech Tara Hira is located right on the main road in the heart of the city, well connected to major hubs to major hospitals, two major colleges and the national highway.
The main features of Protech Tara Hira that makes it a standout are:
Vastu compliant flats: All the flats are vastu compliant. We understand the importance of positive energy to transform a house into a home.
Puja Room: All the flats have a dedicated puja room. They are facing Northeast direction. Puja room facing to the Northeast direction is considered as “Shubh” or lucky.
Natural life and Hill-view: All the corner flats have an over-looking hill view. With good ventilation, all the rooms have sufficient natural light and fresh air, which is a luxury in the city-life.
Close to all commercial hubs: It is closer to all the main commercial hubs such as Athgaon, Ulubari, Paltan Bazar and Fancy Bazar. So, commute to your business hubs is easy. It saves both money and time.
Hospitals and Colleges: It is closer to some major hospitals like the Hyatt Hospital and Kalicharan Nursing Home. It also closer to B. Barooah College and Arya Vidyapeeth College.
Markets nearby: It is located nearby market places so there is no hassle of doing your day to day shopping needs such as grocery and other lifestyle products. You can now pick up items while going for an evening stroll or coming back from work.
So wait no more and book your flat with Protech Tara Hira to experience the luxury life right in the heart of the city.
Jul 21, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks, Lifestyle
Why are wooden furniture preferred in most households?
Wooden furniture has a certain classic appeal to it that makes it timeless. It is still preferred than the metallic alloys furniture that require far less maintenance.
Wooden furniture is very popular and most commonly found accessory in Indian homes. It not only looks great, but can also last you a long time if taken proper care. Whether it is an antique furniture or a gorgeous dining table, all of them require care.
Wood is vulnerable to temperature changes, light and moisture. It’s very important that it is taken proper care from time to time.
How to clean wooden your furniture?
Below are some few tips for keeping wooden furniture clean and shiny so that it lasts longer:
- Use Protective Mats: An essential part of everyday maintenance is to place protective mats under them. It prevents the wood from scratching.
- Protect from dust: Clean wooden furniture on regular basis by removing the dust first. Attach a dusting brush to your vacuum cleaner to remove the dust. It prevents from scratching it. You can also opt for a soft microfiber cloth instead.
- Get the right cleaner: Always apply a specialized wood cleaning product. Follow the instructions on the label, and choose your product to suit the finish on your furniture. Avoid cleaners with ammonia in it which can cause long term damage to the surface.
Know about the wood and the finishing before you clean it:
Wooden furniture comes in a multitude of styles, composition and finishing. If you’re looking to give your wood a good clean some of the most common wood finishing types are as follows:
- Unsealed finishing: The cleaner should be applied with a cloth and not directly on the furniture. Avoid keeping the furniture wet.
- Varnish: It is sensitive to water as well. Dust with a slightly damp cloth. You can use a specialized cleaning solution when removing tough stains.
- Wax: It demands a soapy wood cleaner – always opt for a targeted commercial product.
- Paint: Its surface is not as sensitive as the other ones. You can use a solution made with washing up liquid to scrub it.
Things to keep in mind while taking care of your wooden furniture:
Keep your wooden furniture away from Sunlight: Direct sunlight is good for any type of furniture as UV rays can cause very quick and direct damage to wooden surfaces. It is always advisable to keep stuff away from sunlight and in conditions that are stable.
Taking care of temperature and humidity: Temperature and moisture are essential for managing wooden furnishings. Wood expands absorbing moisture and over a period of time excess humidity will lead to cracks.
Get them polished once every year or two by a professional: Polishing is a specialized job that requires care. This might appear as a costly venture, but the number of years it extends the life of your furniture will ultimately make it a profitable option.
Jul 2, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks, Lifestyle
How are indoor plants beneficial for us?
Studies show that anxiety and stress are the main reasons of insomnia. Spending time in the nature reduces our stress and anxiety levels. What better way to bring nature to our bedroom in this fast-paced life, than to bring in indoor plants.
Poor air quality from pollution, odors and mold fungi can impact our breathing, thus making our regular sleep next to impossible. Sleepless nights can take their toll on our energy, productivity, mood and quality of our life.
How do plants help us to sleep?
Plants have a calming effect as it releases oxygen and improve the air quality inside our rooms. NASA did a whole study on how plants help in our sleeping patterns. So, plants not only make for a good looking interior but also bring vitality and health.
What are the plants that have calming and purifying properties?
We have compiled a list of plants based on their calming and soothing properties to ensure that you have a good night’s sleep.
Jasmine: This exotic plant has a gentle, soothing effect on the body and mind. As a result it reduce anxiety levels, leading to a greater quality of sleep. The positive effects of quality sleep are that you enjoy increased alertness and productivity during the day.
Aloe Vera: Listed as one of NASA’s top air-improving plants, Aloe Vera emits oxygen at night, making for a more restful slumber. It’s also one of the easiest plants to grow.It is very low maintenance and so doesn’t require frequent watering.
Peace Lily: Peace Lily is another of NASA’s superstar plants, helping to filter out harmful benzene, trichloro-ethylene, and formaldehyde toxins. It suppresses airborne microbes that can lead to allergies. A nice shady position and weekly watering is all the Peace Lily needs.
Bamboo Palm: Also known as a Reed Palm,this small plant is a fantastic air purifier. It effectively removes airborne smells and toxins. Not only will you be able to enjoy your home’s pure, fresh air during the day, but you will enjoy a fantastic night’s sleep too. Keep the soil moist and place the plant away from direct sunlight.
Jun 27, 2018 | Blog, Home Hacks
Store-bought Cleaners Vs Home-made DIY Cleaner
Our kitchen cabinets get dirty easily. From spilling to cooking oil to cake batter, our kitchen slabs are often covered in grime. Most often, we clean the grime and grease with store-bought cleaners.
Store-bought cleaners works fine. But they are loaded with chemicals. Using chemical cleaners for a long period of time may hamper our health. Secondly, we keep groceries on our chemically-cleaned kitchen slabs and cabinets. We may unknowingly contaminate our food.
Natural cleaners, on the other hand are free of toxins, are effective and affordable. They in fact, works better than the store-bought cleaners. Even better, if we can learn how to make a DIY cleaner at home.
How to make natural cleaner at home?
Vinegar is the go-to natural cleaner when it comes to cleaning kitchen grease and grime. Mixed with half proportion of water, it can clean even your toughest stains.
Ingredients that you will need:
- One cup white vinegar
- Liquid soap (to clean extremely tough grease)
- One tablespoon of baking soda
- Warm water
- Essential oil (optional, if you want to smell your kitchen really fresh)
Tools that you will need:
- Clean spray bottle or a bowl
- A sponge
- Clean dish-cloth
Steps to make the DIY Cleaner:
- Rinse out spray bottle with warm water.
- Add vinegar, a drop or two of liquid soap, and baking soda to the spray bottle.
- Fill the spray bottle to the bottom of the neck with warm water.
- If desired, add a few drops of essential oil. Essential oils help mask the smell of vinegar. Citrus oil make your home smell fresh and clean. You can use whatever appeals to your nose.
- Shake spray bottle vigorously.
How to use your natural cleaner?
- Wet the sponge with the solution and rub it in the kitchen slab, and on the outside of cabinet doors and drawers.
- Use a toothbrush dipped in the cleaner to scrub the handles, and the crevices of ornate trim.
- Use a second cloth or sponge dipped in clean water to remove the cleaner from all surfaces.
- Dry all surfaces thoroughly with a clean towel.
Jun 9, 2018 | Blog, Home Décor
Everyone prefers calm and soothing interior decor ideas for the summer. Interior decor ideas play a critical role in managing the scorching heat of the summers. Here are a few tips on how you can keep your home cool and pleasant in this summer:
Opt for cool and soothing colours:
Using light colours within the house is the first interior decor idea for the summer. It will reflect light and heat and give a pleasant ambiance to the living space. Work with neutral colours like ivory or shades of green, to retain the cooling effect. Warm tones like olive, lilac or burgundy can be soothing, without seeming overwhelming. Blue, green and beige are the ideal colours for summer. 
Spruce up the home with natural fabrics:
Cotton is by far the best natural fabric to use in the summer, for bedding and sofas, followed by linen. It is a breathe-able fabric and have great insulating properties. Natural fabrics, like cotton and linen are skin and environmentally friendly. Changing your decor becomes easy by simply switching up your bed linen.
Go for floral this summer:
Floral is very trending right now. If you have been considering incorporating this trendy look into your home, summer is the perfect time to make the leap. It is an easy way to add a pop of nature to any room in your home.
Cool Interior Decor with indoor plants:
Keeping indoor plants is a simple way to cool a space and purify the quality of air. Indoor plants and plants on the window sills helps in bringing down the temperature. Arranging them fancy pots adds style to your house. Some
house plants like English ivy and peace lily absorb moisture from the air and reduce humidity. Plants tolerant to heat are sunflower, lemon grass, banana and palm. It gives a cooling touch to the house.
Choose energy-efficient and cool lights:
Switch to compact fluorescent or LED lamps to reduce the heat .These lights helps in saving energy. You experiment with mood lighting for a pleasant ambiance. There are a plenty of devices in the market that allows you to set different lighting tones depending on how you are feeling.
Below there are a few points that will make our home summer-friendly:
- Insulated walls and roofs and double glazed windows can substantially reduce the heat gain and reduce the load on air-conditioning units.
- Ensure that the air-conditioners in the house are serviced regularly and their filters cleaned to maximize efficiency.
- Raxene, leather and other artificial materials should be avoided for sofas. Opt for cotton and linen for a more comfortable setting. You can even use cotton slip covers on the sofas, for a quick seasonal makeover.
- For beds, keep away the heavy duvets, velvet satin silk and opt for lighter cottons.
- Cluttering makes a space appear smaller and adds to the heat. Think minimalistic and weed out unwanted things.
- Avoid silk carpets for the floor. Use stylish cotton woven rugs or let the floor remain bare.
- Installing bamboo blinds on doorways, balconies and verandas, will keep the house cool. Use natural materials like rattan and teak, for a relaxing feel.
- Use shading devices over the windows, to reduce the heat gain. Allow for ample cross-ventilation at home, by opening the doors and windows on opposite directions, in the evening.
- Add aromatic tropical scents to your living room to give your home a summery feel.
- In summer, the bathroom can be a relaxing space to beat the heat. Dress it up in colourful and stylish accessories, soft bath linen, fragrant oils and refreshing bath products.