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A mite is similar to lice. It is parasitic in nature, feeds on dry and infected skin and causes itching and pain. The scabies, painful skin condition is directly related to mites. Mites are not only harmful to humans but also to plants and animals. Littl

Doing up the interiors of the home is usually an eagerly awaited task. Everyone dreams of living in a certain kind of home which reflects their likes and preferences coupled with necessary comfort and adornment. However, certain ideas may appeal to some a

Designers are always up with ideas that shower their brilliance all around. Pallets have been around for quite some time, and help transport goods in a stable way. Hold your breath, as this goods carrier has been swapped into an adorable furniture item na

Steam bath can leave anyone in a state of pure bliss. It is an experience in itself and has a great fan following. Here, to take the experience to an all new level is the Galatea 8mm Steam Cabin. The cabin is quite roomy and measures 900 x 1200mm. It has

Ever-growing population in cities has made living spaces compact. The trend of kitchen gardens and growing plants is slowly fading, to fit in the small houses. A lush green lawn, ornamented with a variety of plants seems to be a distant dream in cities. I

Gone are the days when bookshelves were considered a mere rectangular furniture kept in one corner of the house. Today, bookshelves are as important as any other furniture in your room. It is an essential part of your home decor. Gradually, people are bec

Seoul based designer, Jeongmi Lee has a keen interest in designing home utility items but Lee is a person who likes to work on unusual lines and hence this time she has designed a conceptual domestic robot. The robot is meant for cleaning your home and ca

With ever-increasing urbanization, residential spaces in urban settings are getting smaller and smaller while number of people who share the space is increasing day-by-day. In such a scenario, the furniture pieces that are modern, savvy, multipurpose, and

Gnats are flying insects which feed on plants and animals. They’ve the size of a pin head. Gnats are more annoying than mosquitoes. They silently creep into hair, ankles, and even belt lines of people and bite. The bite leaves you with swelling, bleeding

Buying a bookshelf is the single most challenging bit these days if you’re looking for a piece that offers you the full functionality of a bookcase without compromising on your personal style. This particular bookshelf by Argentinean designer Bea Palaci