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Trends May 10, 2021

Benefits of Double Glazed Windows

Reading Time: 3 minutes Windows are an essential part of any home, allowing for the passage of natural light and air in your home. And they have been in use for millennia. For much of modern history, glass panels have been the material of choice when it comes to windows. And it did a good job of protecting your house from the harsh effects of mother nature. But single-pane windows still had their deficiencies. To counteract these deficiencies, double glazed windows were invented in the early 20th Century. And over the years, they have grown in popularity, particularly in the US and UK. Many commercial buildings and newer residential buildings in Bangladesh have also been making use of double glazed windows. In today’s blog, we will be exploring all the benefits of double glazed windows, making a case for why you should get them for your home or office space. What are double glazed…

My Home May 9, 2021

Home decoration ideas for Eid 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes Eid is a festival of happiness. After the holy month of Ramadan and a month of fasting and worshipping Allah, Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Fitr with festivity and hospitality. That is why Eid is also called the “Festival of Breaking the Fast”. And like any other festival, Eid also starts from home. That’s why your house needs special treatments so as to reflect the vibe and energy back to us and everyone who wishes to visit. Be it kids or the elders, everybody loves to adorn their homes during Eid. Now there are plenty of ways to decorate a house but during Eid, you need to do something different to enhance the beauty and ambiance of the day. To that end, here are some of the most amazing home decor ideas for Eid. Lighting statement Home decoration during Eid is all about making a statement. From the door to the…

Tips May 8, 2021

Creating a quarantine room for home lockdown and travelers

Reading Time: 4 minutes The ongoing global pandemic COVID-19 started in December 2019. The whole world is trying to defend itself from this horrible disease. This disease transmits rapidly through the direct contact of an individual who has the infection or an object of contamination. Therefore, proper measures like- wearing masks and keeping a safe distance should be maintained to avoid being infected. However, if someone is contaminated then that person should self-quarantine in a quarantine room, or in case of severity admitted to a hospital. Quarantine rooms are important for defense against the current pandemic. Since there is a provision of a 14-days quarantine rule for travelers and the infected, henceforth in the neo-normal era, the concept of quarantine room is a statutory one. Let us find out how to create a quarantine room. Etymology of the word “Quarantine” The word “Quarantine” meaning “Forty” is a derivative from the Latin Quadraginta. The introduction…

Trends May 7, 2021

The Celebration and Happiness of Eid

Reading Time: 4 minutes The aroma of celebratory food, the feeling of wearing fresh outfits, the joyous feeling of performing Eid prayer with everyone, and all the sentiment of contentment and benevolence is associated with Eid by all the Muslims of the world. Regardless of age, race, class, or amount of wealth Muslims celebrate this joyous occasion. Henceforth, the happiness of eid knows no bound. The Meaning of Eid The Arabic word “Eid” means feast, festival, or holiday. The etymology of this world is a direct result of Islamic history. Every year Muslims celebrate two Eids: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha according to the Lunar Hijri Calendar. Eid al-Fitr means “the feast of breaking the fast” which occurs after the twenty-nine or 30 days fast of Ramadan. On the other hand, Eid al-Adha means “feast of the sacrifice” which the Muslims celebrate on the last day of Hajj. It is a pilgrimage to Makkah.…

Pulse May 6, 2021

Where to Go to Buy Gadgets in Dhaka?

Reading Time: 5 minutes Gadgets! They are cool, convenient, and functional. The ability to interact with objects that don’t exist, check your physical condition from your wrist, and monitor home from hundreds of miles away is extraordinary and made only possible thanks to gadgets. No, they aren’t science fiction. They are as real as you and I and quite easily accessible today. Anyone anywhere can get their hands on smart gadgets, even in Bangladesh. While you can find smart gadgets outside Dhaka, the city is still considered the best place to find them. So let’s take a look at where to go to buy gadgets in Dhaka. Bashundhara Let’s begin with the juggernaut of shopping centers in Dhaka. It is the ‘go-to’ place for people of the city to shop. Virtually, anything can be found here! The shopping mall has clothes, jewelry, handicrafts, phones, home appliances, decorative items, and yes, gadgets! Now it’s true…

Trends May 5, 2021

Folk Culture & Urban Culture And Its Impact on Bengal

Reading Time: 5 minutes Culture plays a massive role in the identity of people and nationalities. It ebbs and flows like a river. And just like a river, there is formation and erosion of culture. This is why culture cannot be easily defined. Only by looking at nationality, ethnicity, language, and religion can you truly define the culture of people. And only these factors can bring everlasting change to culture. A great example of such a change is the rich and ever-evolving culture of Bengal. What was once a perfect example of folk culture has evolved into a sprawling urban culture. And this change has had an enormous influence on architecture, arts, cuisine, and most other facets of life in Bengal. Today we will take a look at how the culture of Bengal transitioned from a predominantly folk culture to urban culture. Folk Culture & Urban Culture of Bengal Technological advancement and modernization are…

Pulse May 4, 2021

Six most affordable countries to buy a second home

Reading Time: 4 minutes Whilst thinking of buying a home in a foreign country, you might consider things like quality of life, living cost, social security (safety index), accessibility of healthcare, etc. Moreover, some other key factors such as the diverse culture of the desired country as well as its adjustability, availability of urban facilities compared to the country that you are already living in, also the scenic offerings of the desired country are vital for the decision making process. Without a doubt, all these things play a vital role and you should ponder upon these facts to take sand and smart decision. Second home countries are important since people of other nations are making big decisions to leave their country for a complete change of life. Therefore the selection is quite important in lieu of affordability. Let’s get you going with the necessary information about the six most affordable second home countries. Turkey…

Bproperty After Hours May 3, 2021

Bproperty: Searching home made easy during lockdown

Reading Time: 4 minutes The world just got hit by the second wave of Covid-19. Like all the other countries in the world, Bangladesh has been affected by it as well. When the whole country is trying to go back to normalcy after the first wave of Corona, the government was forced to impose lockdown again. But life doesn’t stop. And like other things people are also searching for new accommodation every day amid the calamity. But how do you find the right home for you and your family while keeping yourself safe during this time? Bproperty, the only complete real estate solutions provider in Bangladesh, has the answer. Bproperty made it easier for people to find their desired homes from the comforts of their homes during the lockdown. Today we will be discussing why you should rely on Bproperty for searching home during the lockdown. huge collection of property listings The hurdle of…

My Home May 2, 2021

Different types of curtains in home decoration

Reading Time: 5 minutes Choosing the right curtains is one of the most important decisions when it comes to decorating your home. You can buy them directly from the store or you can customize and have them tailored to your likings but are using them properly and effectively. Do you know what type of curtains is suitable for which rooms? Given the overall attractiveness of a room depends a lot on choosing the right types of curtains, you should keep two things in mind while shopping for them- curtain types and room size. That being said here is everything you need to know about different types of curtains in home decoration. Single panel As the name suggests, these types of curtains are wide and have a single panel covering the entire window. Double panel curtains are used for windows, but you can choose single panel curtains for the living room or drawing room to…

Tips May 1, 2021

How to streamline your Air Conditioner?

Reading Time: 3 minutes The air conditioner is very essential in modern times basically for the places which are experiencing extremely hot and humid weather conditions. This machine generates air in various ways. It also treats enclosed areas via a refrigeration cycle in which warm air is replaced with cooler air. The aim of an air conditioner is to give comfort by changing the properties of the air, usually by cooling the air inside. The main function of this essential thing is to change favorably. There are different types of air conditioners but all of their functional units are quite similar. Therefore it is necessary to streamline air conditioner in order to avoid accidents and malfunctioning of the machine. The ways of cleaning air conditioner It is important to maintain cleanliness before you start to streamline air conditioner. In order to get a long-term service, it is mandatory to make a deep clean of…