Western Red Cedar is a popular and durable timber that is sought after due to its beauty and durability.

It is a timber that remains stable under most weather conditions and is not prone to shrinking or swelling. This means it holds its shape and ensures longevity despite exposure to cold, heat, rain and other environmental factors.

As a low-density timber that offers very good thermal insulation, it helps with heating and cooling efficiency, reducing electricity costs and making a home more environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Its versatility enables it to be used for both internal and external applications.

Western Red Cedar is visually beautiful with rich and inviting colours.

It has a fine texture and straight grain with growth rings often visible. The durable yet soft properties let the material take very well to being stained and polished.

Furthermore Western Red Cedar’s natural preservatives provide resistance to fungus and insects. The wood is protected against termites, woodborers and fungus that can dramatically affect alternative timber options.

Western Red Cedar is a stylish and practical material option with natural appeal, superior structural performance and elemental protection.

For more information about Western Red Cedar, phone Glassplace on 6862 2346 or visit the showroom at 4 Clarke St Parkes to see the Western Red Cedar on display.

In The Central West we have a great climate for at least six months of the year. So in autumn and spring we don’t need to be too con- cerned with temperature extremes. On the other hand, our sum- mers can get very warm and our winters rather cold. Experience has shown the experts at the Glassplace that Low E grey tinted glass performs well in both summer and winter.

How does Low E tinted glass work? (Other names are smart glass, pyrolytic glass, or comfort glass.) Low E grey glass cuts down the U value of a window or door. This is the amount of heat moving through the glass due to the difference in temperature: from the inside to the outside of your home, or office. Low E glass can therefore reduce your heating bill and your cooling costs.

Low E grey glass also reduces the total solar radiation com- ing through the glass. This is the Solar Heat Gain Co-efficient or SHGC. It also reduces glare to make your home more comfortable in summer. The lower the numbers, the more benefit you will get from Low E glass.

If you still feel a bit confused about this glass, but want to know more, why not drop into the new Glassplace showroom in Clarke Street, Parkes. They will show you examples of Low E Glass in full sized windows so you can see what it looks like. You can also have a go at their ra- diant heat display to actually feel the difference Low E glass can Low E grey tinted glass performs well in hot and cold make in your home. conditions and can help to make the extreme seasons Give them a call today!

Autumn is always the best time to get plen- ty of jobs done before the cold weather ar- rives.
1. Take a pen and notebook and stroll around your garden. Write a list of jobs that need doing.

2. Repair, paint or tidy any garden furniture. Some may need painting, or cov- ering up for winter. Put away outdoor toys and paddling pools. Throw away anything old and not able to be repaired.
3. Check your heating source. If you have a fire, you need to get wood and stack it. Your indoor heaters may need cleaning or servicing.
4. Autumn is the best time to paint. The house can still be aired out in the day- time and it’s pleasant weather to put in the work.

5. New trees. Autumn is a great time to

plant new trees. If you drive a car, you should be planting seven new trees per year, to offset the carbon.

6. Clean out all gutters and tend to possible roof leaks. Late autumn is best, after all the leaves have fallen.

7. Sort and tidy your wardrobe. Before you put away your summer clothes and footwear, have a good look at what you didn’t wear this summer and toss them in the charity bag.

8. Children will be spending more time indoors. They are now a year older, so take a look at their bedroom, and ask them what they need.

Keeping cool when temperatures reach record highs isn’t just about comfort. Dangerously high temperatures can result in heat- related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The following tips can help you keep cool.

• Alter your pattern of outdoor exercise to take advantage of cooler times (early morning or late evening), or scale down by walking instead or running.

• Wear loose-fitting clothing of a light colour.
• Cotton clothing will keep you cooler than synthetics.
• Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the refrigerator for a quick refreshing spray.
• Fans can help circulate air and make you feel cooler even in an air-conditioned house.
• Store lotions in the refrigerator to use on hot, overtired feet.
• Keep plastic bottles of water in the freezer; grab one when you’re ready to go outside. As the ice melts, you’ll have a supply of cold water with you.
• Take frequent baths or showers with cool or tepid water.
• Combat dehydration by drinking plenty of water with sports drinks or other sources of electrolytes.
• Some people swear by small, portable, battery-powered fans.
• If you’re wearing a cap or hat, remove it and pour a bit of ice cold water into the hat, then quickly invert it and place on your

  head.

• Avoid caffeine and alcohol as these will promote dehydration.
• Avoid hot foods and try lighter summer fare including frequent small meals or snacks containing cold fruit or low fat dairy products. You won’t have to cook next to a hot stove.
• If you don’t have air-conditioning, plan to spend parts of the day in a shopping mall, public library, movie theater, or other public space that is cool.
• Finally, use common sense. If the heat is intolerable, stay indoors and avoid activities in direct sunlight or on hot asphalt surfaces. Pay special attention to the elderly, infants, and any- one with a chronic illness, as they may dehydrate easily and be more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Don’t forget that pets also need protection from dehydration and heat-related illnesses.

  (MedicineNet.com)