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Archives for March 2022

Top Three Sturdiest Flooring Options For Your Home

How sturdy is your flooring? Do you have a big family? Do you rearrange your furniture frequently? Are you constantly getting your floors dirty or wet? Do you drop heavy or sharp things on your floors a lot? Do you have pets? Do you have a lot of traffic going through your home? If you said yes to any of these questions, then you might want to reconsider the flooring in your home. Our floors get a lot of wear-and-tear from us everyday, and it’s important that we have the best flooring in our homes to prevent scuff marks, scratch marks, water-warping, and other damages. Keep reading below to find out what the top three best flooring options are for your home!


Vinyl Plank

The sturdiest flooring is first going to be vinyl plank- also known as luxury vinyl.Vinyl flooring in kitchen next to backdoor

This type of flooring is ideal for the rooms that get messy and the most traffic like the kitchen or the mudroom. Vinyl is ranked as the sturdiest flooring because of the multiple layers it’s composed of to help resist scuffing and it’s also waterproof. It can also be customized to anyone’s needs which makes it the perfect option for fake hardwood. Not only is vinyl sturdy, but it is affordable and easy to install, making this flooring perfect for anyone.

Porcelain Tile

The second best flooring is tile, but more specifically, porcelain tile. Black and white patterned porcelain tile in bathroom

Because of its density, this floor is so scratch proof that it can withstand even the clumsiest mess! Having less than .5% of a water absorption rate and being allowed to install outdoors, porcelain tile is ideal for the bathroom, entry hall, utility room, the kitchen, and even your patio. If you’re someone who needs a sturdy flooring but also want to bring some character and life into your floors with fun patterns, or if you love the look of a slick white floor, porcelain tile is the perfect option for you. 

Hardwood

There are two types of hardwood: 

  • Solid- a single plank of wood
  • Engineered- made up of plywood (the core layer) and a thin layer of wood veneerLiving area with brown hardwood floors

Between the two, solid hardwood is going to be the most scratch resistant option whereas engineered hardwood is a better option for those who want a more water-resistant floor. Solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished IF it gets scratched. The reason you can’t do this with engineered hardwood is because of it being too thin to refinish more than twice. On the other hand, if you get your hardwood floors wet, solid hardwood is going to warp whereas the engineered hardwood can stand the water. Before deciding what kind of hardwood flooring you want, make sure you know where you want it and if it needs to be more on the scratch resistant side or water resistant side. 

 

 

April Events

SHSU Tri Sigma Crawfish Boil

Saturday, April 2nd from 1PM-5PM.

Crawfish boil put on by SHSU’s Tri Sigma Sorority to benefit children’s health with their partner, March of Dimes, who helps prevent maternal health risks, premature birth, and infant death. Help the girls reach their goal by supporting this fundraiser! Tickets $$ vary.

Pineapple Run and Driving Safety Fair

EMBLEM PROPERTIES IS SPONSORING THIS EVENT!

Saturday, April 9th at 8am at West Hill Mall. Admission is $30. 

Hosted by the Peyton Irwin Memorial Scholarship Fund, there will be a 5k and 1 mile run followed by a fair with plenty of activities and entertainment including a Kids Corner! Huntsville Cruisers Classic Cars will also be there to teach us about driving safety!

Easter Farm Days at P-6 Farms

Saturday, April 9th – Sunday, April 10th & Saturday, April 15th – Sunday, April 16th from 10am-5pm. Tickets with flash sale are $12.95.

Have your Easter celebration at P-6 Farms! Easter Farm Days includes:

Easter Bunny Visits, Easter Egg Hunts, Roller Coaster, Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Carnival Foods, Park Rides, Farm Animals & MORE!

Easter Bunny Pictures

Saturday, April 9th form 10am-2pm at the Old Huntsville Police Station.

Each Group is $5. Free cookies while you wait to take a picture with the Easter Bunny!

The Williams Ranch Easter Brunch

Sunday, April 17th from 12:30pm-5:30pm. Tickets are $45.

Easter egg hunt followed by an amazing gourmet brunch. Event includes Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, Pony Rides, Fishing, Swimming and more! Bring your family out for Easter!

Color Run

Saturday, April 30th at 9am at the Garrett Education Building. Tickets are $25 each.

Tomorrow’s Promise Montessori Schools & SHSU’s Chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators brings us the 5k color run to benefit Walker County’s Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. 

people in a color run throwing colors in the air

 

Identifying a Gas Leak

 

Picture of "GAS LEAK" with caution tape

Homes use natural gas everyday for several uses such as stoves, ovens, and gas heat. However, gas becomes a serious health and safety hazard when something causes a leak, so how do you know when there is trouble?

The first thing you’ll probably notice is the pungent smell, which isn’t even from the gas, it is from a chemical called Mercaptan. Since natural gas on its own does not smell or taste like anything, mercaptan is added to it to help you detect when there’s a leak. This is what gives off a smell of what most people describe as rotten eggs or cabbage.

If you ever smell something similar in your home, unless you are cooking cabbage or cracked a bad egg, you may be dealing with a gas leak. 

After you have realized the smell, here are some other things to look for:

  • a hissing sound coming from the pipesWarning signs of a gas leak
  • bubbling in still water
  • lighter colored flames
  • plants are dying
  • dust or dirt that sits in a cloud or “blowing” around 

Gas Poisoning:

If you have been exposed for too long, some of your symptoms may include:

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Burning/Itching in your throat, nose, or eyes
  • Dizziness
  • Discoloration of your face

WHAT TO DO AFTER DETECTING A GAS LEAK

Once you have suspected a gas leak in your home, you need to act quickly! Immediately turn off all appliances whether they are electronic or gas operated. Open all of the windows and doors, and get outside! Wait until you are outside to call 911 or gas provider because it is not safe to use your phone around the gas leak. It is recommended to not turn on your car if it is near the leak, but if it is necessary, use EXTREME caution. 

After the gas company clears you to enter your home, you will need a plumber to help you with repairs as well as an inspection.

PREVENTING A GAS LEAK

Woman checking for gas leak in cooker
Woman checking for gas leak in cooker

Getting an inspection is the first step you can take to ensure better prevention of a gas leak. This will also give you peace of mind because if you’ve dealt with a gas leak before, you probably don’t want to deal with one again. 

  • Don’t leave flammable items lying around your gas-operated appliances.
  • Check up on your gas appliances regularly to make sure there aren’t any tears or hazards.
  • Get replacements for your shut-off valves and other gas fittings. 

Make sure to always let your neighbors know if you have a gas leak- or if you think your neighbor may have one, help them out and let them know!

Share this article with someone who doesn’t know how to handle a gas leak! 

 

 

Sources:

https://www.thisoldhouse.com/plumbing/21312420/what-does-a-gas-leak-smell-like

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January Market Reports

Emblem Properties brings to you the latest real estate Market Reports from our surrounding areas. Notice the Trinity County Market Report, the median home price is up 111% from January of 2021. What’s happening in Trinity County? Call EMBLEM PROPERTIES for more information. We are bringing you reports from the following counties: Walker, Trinity, San Jacinto, Polk, Montgomery, Madison, Leon, Grimes, and Brazos.

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What is St Patrick’s Day?

“May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.”

What is St Patrick’s Day?

Saint Patrick’s Day is a religious holiday celebrated by the Irish on the anniversary of St Patrick’s death in the fifth century. Traditionally, this celebration involves attending church the morning of, and celebrating in the afternoon with dancing, singing, drinking, and feasting on the traditional Irish meal – corned beef and cabbage. 

Who is St Patrick?

He served as the national apostle and the patron saint of Ireland in the fifth century. After being kidnapped at the young age of 16, he escaped 6 years later bringing Christianity with him back to Ireland (until this time, it is believed that St Patrick had always been atheist). After becoming a priest and changing his name from Maewyn to Patricius, he established several monasteries, churches, and schools to pursue his missionary work in his pagan country. His legacy would always be remembered by the following centuries after his death on March 17th, 461.

Is St Patricks Day considered a religious holiday?

In America, St Patricks day is celebrated as a day of revelry and everything Irish-related – including wearing green!

Why a Clover?

When describing the Holy Trinity to his people, St Patrick used the three leaves of the native Irish clover (Shamrock) for a visual of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. However, there is no record to prove that the myth of the shamrock representation is true. 

Why is green the holiday color?

Blue was the color traditionally associated with St Patrick, but because of the clover, the color for the holiday was changed to green.

How are leprechauns and gold associated with St Paddy’s?

Leprechauns were tiny men who were shoemakers that would hide their profited small gold coins in pots at the end of rainbows. Legend has it that if you were lucky enough to catch one, they would grant you three wishes in order to be set free. Since they are a part of old Irish fables, they had to be included in a holiday that celebrates everything Irish! They are a bigger symbol of this holiday in America because of a movie that Walt Disney created that was based in Ireland about an Irish man’s fascination with a leprechaun. 

When did this holiday come to America?

In Ireland, what was known to them as the Roman Catholic feast day of St Patrick, started being celebrated around the ninth century. However, the first St Patrick’s Day Parade was held in St Augustine, Florida organized by the Spanish Colony’s Irish vicar Ricardo Artur. On March 17th 1772, homesick Irish soldiers who were serving with the English military, marched to New York City to honor St Patrick. Since then, the enthusiasm for this holiday has grown among the cities in America.

How do we celebrate?

“Irish Aid” societies such as the Hibernian Society and Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick started annually holding parades featuring bagpipes and drums. These groups eventually all united their parades to form one official parade held in New York City. To this day, this is one of America’s largest and oldest civilian parades with over 150,000 participants, 3 million attendees, and being 1.5 miles and 5 hours long. Other popular cities such as Chicago (who colors their river green on this holiday), Philadelphia, and Boston also host these parades ranging around 10,000 – 20,000 participants. Another unpopular way to celebrate is by planting pea and cabbage seeds! 

 

What traditional meals should I make for St Patrick’s Day?

  • Irish Soda Bread
  • Colcannon
  • Corned Beef and Cabbage
  • Irish Lamb Stew
  • Beef and Guinness Pie
  • Irish Bread and Butter Pudding
  • Apple Tarts

 

 

Photo from Emblem Properties of our St Paddy’s Day tree next to our “lucky” Money Tree! 

Huntsville Events this March

Run With Sam

Saturday, March 5th

Sign up for the Sam Houston Birthday & Independence Day 5K Fun Run. $20 Registration fee.

 

Lucky Charm Bingo

Saturday, March 5th 5PM

Raising money for victims of Family Violence and Sexual Assault. Includes 10 games of bingo, a silent auction, live purse auction, refreshments & FUN!

 

Montgomery County Home & Outdoor Living Show

Saturday , March 5th 9AM – Sunday,  March 6th 5PM 

Lonestar Convention Center, $7 ticket. Find out how to perfect that DIY or project you’ve been pondering with the help from home improvement professionals! Social distancing is encouraged.

 

The Woodlands Family Fun Fest

Saturday, March 12th 10AM – 4PM

Town Green Park – Free Admission, Rain or Shine! 

Arts & crafts, food trucks, exotic reptiles, family entertainment, and much more.

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Rusty Chippy Vintage Hippy & Antique Show

Saturday, March 12th –  Sunday, March 13th

This “Pinterest inspired” show will have antiques to vintage garden, vintage jewelry and handcrafted jewelry, painted furniture and more. Learn how you can fix up your own treasures with some ideas from the artists! There is a $7.00 entry fee for adults, children under 12 get in free.

 

Herb Festival

Saturday, March 26th 8AM – 2PM 

Lots of locally grown, hard-to-find plants for sale including herbs, vegetables, passalong, perennial, and pollinator plants. Herbal and garden vendors, speakers, musicians and more.

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