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Internet shopping – be aware
Mby Clay Cox
ore and more people are shopping the internet for businesses knowing that there are
products which until recently were always supplied professionals guiding the process. It’s
locally. Because of this a rash of problems are occurring not just about the pretty faucet! There
at job sites. are many components required to make
HERE ARE SOME REASONS WHY: it all work properly.
Lastly is the warranty. Using the
First to consider is quality.Take a faucet for example. Our Florida
water is not very forgiving on our plumbing fixtures. Any plastic or faucet example again, what happens
rubber parts are sure to break down in a short period of time. A local when the product fails you? When
contractor knows to be sure that brass construction and ceramic disc you use a contractor they usually have
cartridges are necessary. a defined period of warranty time
structured in the contract for what they
Next is the supervision of the product. Clients expect to buy the supply. However, when you supply the
products (typically at a perceived discount) and then have them product who supplies the warranty? You
shipped to the job site, yet no provision has been made for the receipt, may have to pay for all to be taken apart
unpacking and installation of the product. In other words who and replaced with new at your own expense.
assumes the responsibility of your purchase? Contractors are paid
The lesson here is “Buyer – Be Aware.” The most common
to supervise, guide perception of internet purchases is a cost savings.That may not always
and purchase for be the case! Let your contractor deal with the local professionals
the client. It is how that have the experience and expertise to do it once and do it right!
they make their Enjoy your remodel,
living. Also, many Clay Cox
manufacturers Please E-mail Clay with your questions or comments at
prefer to support clay@kitchensbyclay.com
brick and mortar
The many benefits of argan oil
Aby Erick Carter
rgan oil is from a seed of a flowing plant called penetrating oil gets deep into the cortical
Argania Spinosa and is harvested in July. This layer enhancing the elasticity. The oil delivers
plant is mostly found in Morocco, where it has vitamin E to the cortical layer, aiding in the
been used for years as miracle oil for hair. repair of environmental damage. Argan oil
Argan oil has the ability to penetrate through contains anti-oxidants which helps strengthen
the cuticle layer while smoothing and coating. This weakened hair, while the Omega 3 and fatty
acids found in Argan Oil help in healing split
ends. All this is added to the natural hydration
that Argan gives. Which is why it’s a natural
way to help stop fly away hair and manage
curly hair!
Argan oil can be applied on damp or dry hair, and even both when
needed. Many professionals use Argan Oil in hair treatments; I personally
add it to every color service. On top of all of that it protects hair from
over styling and delivers incredible shine, and who doesn’t like shiny hair?
If you would like further information, feel free to call 239.777.2380 or
email me at Erickcre8u@gmail.com.
52 Life in Naples | March 2015