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If you take on the job of hiring employees to complete the work, without a contractor, there is a lot to be aware of with roofing and illegal immigrants.

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When considering home improvement of any kind, there is a lot more to think about than just supplies and labor. If you decide to contract the work yourself, without the presence of a professional, you could subject yourself to a lot of potential problems. If you are considering the installation of a new roof, you may want to hire a professional contractor unless you can complete the job without hiring any additional labor. If you take on the job of hiring employees to complete the work, without a contractor, there is a lot to be aware of with roofing and illegal immigrants.

As the roofing industry continues to grow, more workers are needed to complete more jobs. Roofing and illegal immigrants is a growing concern among employers. In order to avoid liabilities, fines and other penalties, employers need to familiarize themselves with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, which was passed in order to control unauthorized immigrating to the United States. This new law not only affects roofing and illegal immigrants, but all employers who may hire immigrants not authorized to work in the United States.

Every roofing contractor is responsible for conducting a complete background check on anyone they hire, including those who migrate in to the United States. In addition to a thorough background check, employers are responsible for ensuring that anyone whom they hire is legally permitted to work in the United States. Roofing and illegal immigrants is not a combination that is permitted under any circumstances and could subject the employer to fines ranging from $250 to $10,000 for each unauthorized immigrants working under their control.

In order to avoid such penalties, employers are required to verify that all employees hired after December 1, 1988 are eligible for hire in the United States. All employers must also keep accurate documentation of every employee hired. While there is more concern surrounding immigration workers, there is no acceptance for discrimination. Employers may not discriminate against an individual based on their nationality. Employers are encouraged to show their compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 by treating all potential new employees the same. A background, and work eligibility, check should be conducted with every employee regardless of nationality. Each new employee should be required to submit some type of documentation confirming their eligibility, but keep in mind that not every individual will carry the same information.

While roofing and illegal immigrants are not the only industry that has been affected by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, it is especially beneficial for anyone to know the rules regarding employment before deciding how to handle their home improvement. If you have any doubts, or want to avoid the hassle, hire a professional. Roofing and illegal immigrants is something that, unless you are familiar with every law, could cause a homeowner a huge headache.

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Fabric roman shades add a touch of refinement, flair and sophistication to any room. You can buy a ready-to-use set of Roman shades or you can create them from scratch in any fabric and size that you like. You can hang Roman shades flat for a more modern style, or fold them and create a softer and more conventional teardrop Roman shade style with buffs of any volume.

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Fabric roman shades add a touch of refinement, flair and sophistication to any room. You can buy a ready-to-use set of Roman shades or you can create them from scratch in any fabric and size that you like. You can hang Roman shades flat for a more modern style, or fold them and create a softer and more conventional teardrop Roman shade style with buffs of any volume.

Roman shades are becoming a big home-decorating trend, returning on a wave of the interest to streamlined minimalist or exotic designs. Made with beautiful soft fabric, simple and very practical, Roman shades fold into well-defined pleats when raised, much like a classic Venetian blind. At the top, a matching fabric is used allowing for an array of color and pattern. For the lining, a solid pale color is commonly used.

Roman shades are incredibly flexible and light-efficient. They also offer better temperature control than other types of shades. In winter, you can draw them high to allow the sun s natural heating rays to enter the room, and after the sunset you can close them tightly stopping the heat from escaping through the window. In the summer, you can close the Roman shades almost completely to prevent the overheating of the room, while in the evening you can open the shades to cool down the temperature. All other types of shades leave too much fabric around the window that doesn t allow for precise light and temperature control.

Roman shades are relatively simple to make. Before you start picking the fabric you must measure your window and estimate which hardware and mountings you need. Roman shades don t require any specific mountings that s the beauty of them. They draw up via a cord strung through the sides of the shade. The cords then travel through the pulleys mounted on mounting board above the window on or outside the window frame.

The fabric that you choose for your roman shades depends on where the window overlooks. If there is a beautiful scenic view you will most likely choose a plain sheer light fabric. If your window overlooks a busy street, then you will need an opaque fabric that gives you a sense of privacy. Plus, some people are prone to season affected disorders and need more light to remain positive and healthy. In this case, you may need a sheer fabric that doesn t block the sun light, but rather diffuses it.

The type of fabric is also determined on what type of activities the room is used for. If it s a living room with a TV, you may need a fabric that allows you to control the amount of light and glare on the screen. If you a planning to put your roman shades in the bedroom you will need a light-blocking dark fabric to help you sleep during the summer months when the sun rises early.

At the end of the day, all window treatments require maintenance and cleaning. The benefit of roman shades is that they are the easiest to keep clean you can wash them in your washing machine, iron afterwards and re-hang them looking as good as new.

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It was a 150-year-old farmhouse and we were lucky to get it. The house had been well cared for, but nonetheless was showing its age. It had been more than a quarter of a century since it had been remodelled. The thing that struck us most about the two-story stone and frame structure was that it was so much different than the modern homes in a subdivision that had sprung up nearby. This house had tremendous character.

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It was a 150-year-old farmhouse and we were lucky to get it. The house had been well cared for, but nonetheless was showing its age. It had been more than a quarter of a century since it had been remodelled. The thing that struck us most about the two-story stone and frame structure was that it was so much different than the modern homes in a subdivision that had sprung up nearby. This house had tremendous character.

I am not a decorator and will be the first to admit it. Personally, I didn t see what was wrong with putting an orange bean bag chair in the living room. I guess it was something about traditional styling and an emphasis on forest green. My wife is only marginally better at home decorating than me, but she emphatically threw out the bean bag.

Fortunately, we have a family friend who is a near genius with decorating ideas. She can pluck items out of the trash and put them together in such a way that Better Homes And Gardens would include them in a pictorial feature layout. Home d cor is a hobby for her and she jumped at the chance to take on the challenge of our new old house. I asked her about the bean bag and got only a chilly stare in response.

Our goal was to decorate the house a little differently. We wanted to reflect its character. We wanted the house to be just a little different. We wanted it different, but not too different. We weren t to the point of Japanese screens and seating ourselves with pillows on the floor. We called on our friend to help out.

When our friend got to the dining room, she suggested Roman blinds, also called roman shades. She ticked off the reasons.

+ First, they were classy and different. The fabric of the shades could be made from the same material as the table cloth and would go well with our antique dining room set.

+ Second, the dining room of the old house had non-standard sized windows. After measuring them she announced it would be hard to find curtains or blinds to fit them. Blinds, curtains or shutters would have to be custom made.

+ Third, the house has beautiful native oak woodwork. We had just finished stripping layers of paint accumulated over the past century. The wood had been conditioned, sealed and finished. It had beautiful graining. We didn t want to cover it up with curtains or drapes.

+ Finally, she could make them and save us some money. She is very talented at making curtains and shades.

Those reasons sounded good to me. Especially the last one. When you take on the project of buying and restoring an old house, saving money becomes a real test.

A Description of Roman Shades

A roman shade is a rectangle of fabric that can be lowered at will. It rises in even folds. These folds are created by a system of rings, cords and horizontal battens. When the shade is lowered completely down it is a flat panel, although some styles have slight folds at each batten. The shade hangs from a board attached to the top of the window frame and hangs within the window framework. This board can also be fastened to the wall above the window, if so desired.

Our friend chose to line the panels of our shades. She did this to provide some additional insulation for the windows. The bitter winter winds, known to sweep across the fields and forests in our part of the world, rattles the windows and draws heat from even the best built homes. Lined shades were just one more barrier to help maintain interior temperatures.

Where You Might Use Them

Roman shades can be used in almost any room where you might consider mini blinds or some other type of shade or blind. They can be made from almost any fabric and either be lined or unlined. As sheers, they can be used in combination with drapes to give a formal dining room and special touch of grace. In a bedroom they are excellent for room darkening and privacy.

Our friend was able to make the shades for our dining room windows. They hung in folds about eight inches wide, which are about as wide as you would want. Although I did not previously know what roman shades were, I found out there were dozens of patterns available for making them. As a courtesy, I suppose, I was asked for my thoughts on which pattern to choose. (My suggestion was promptly discarded. I think it landed next to the bean bag.)

Anyone with a sewing machine and a little talent can make their own roman shades. Home decorating books, magazines and websites have patterns available, as do sewing supply centres. Talent with a sewing machine is not required, of course. There are also a number of stores and e-stores that have these shades for sale in either standard or custom sizes and in your choice of fabrics and colours.

When our friend got done with decorating the dining room and hanging her shade creations, the effect was just what we wanted. The room had a rich feel to it that went perfectly with the styling of the old house and the furniture we placed in it. The roman blinds were eye catching and different without being strange or out of place. First-time visitors always stopped for a second look and complimented them, which nice.

In the meantime, I hid the bean bag chair in the old barn. I have to admit that it didn t go with the current home d cor, but you never know…

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A good rocking chair cushion can add a load of extra comfort to your favorite rocking chair. The gentle rocking motion meant to calm the restless mind and body is enhanced by a cushion which will take some of the hardness of the wood away. You can purchase cushions which are simple tie back chair pads, since they will tie onto the back support bars of the rocking chair, or you can experiment with some of the cushions which are made specifically for them.

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A good rocking chair cushion can add a load of extra comfort to your favorite rocking chair. The gentle rocking motion meant to calm the restless mind and body is enhanced by a cushion which will take some of the hardness of the wood away. You can purchase cushions which are simple tie back chair pads, since they will tie onto the back support bars of the rocking chair, or you can experiment with some of the cushions which are made specifically for them.

The beauty of buying one of the specially made rocking chair cushions is that they often come with a back, too. Instead of just having a nice rest on the lower half of the body, the torso and back can relax as well. Pick one out that is as fancy, frilly or plain as you like. A flower-patterned fabric trimmed with graceful ruffles can enhance the natural curvature of your rocking chair. Or, get a plain or neutral shade so anyone feels invited to have a nice rock. There are many available patterns, colors and themes for any room.

If you find that you enjoy your specially crafted rocking chair cushion, then you might want to consider buying several more in different colors. This will let you change them out with different moods, holidays and seasons. Make sure that you can wash the whole thing, too. Being able to get the cushion clean and fresh will only add to your enjoyment.

There are also rocking chair cushions that come with durable and washable removable covers. This will keep you from having to store several cushions and from wondering if you might warp your cushion in the washing machine. Removable rocking chair cushion covers should come with an easy access zipper for convenient removal.

There are other features to look for in your rocking chair cushions, as well. Be sure to check what kind of padding they use on the inside. Look for resilient latex foam or plush latex foam cushion fillings which are as thick as you need them to be. Some of the cushions will include a fabric wrap-over for the tops and sides of your rocking chair. This is a nice feature for creating a very cozy and homey feel. Tufted cotton gives cushions a breathable, patterned texture. Some thicker cushions will be made with a springy latex foam and come in a durable, but soft corduroy cover. Also, consider velvet rocking chair cushions for a touch of lavishness. These will also work wonderfully if one is trying to fit a rocking chair into a more formal living area.

The only thing to look out for besides the quality of the cushion and fabric cover is whether you are ordering the right size. Some cushions are specially designed for larger styles of rocking chairs. Once you know that you have picked out the right size and thickness of a cushion, you can do the fun part of picking out which pattern, color or theme you want for your room or patio.