Add an elegant touch to your home with various types of tiles. 1  Tile is made from ceramic, porcelain or natural stone and can be used to create a beautiful floor or accent wall. This guide will teach you about the different varieties of tile and walk you through selecting the best tile for your home.
I feel your pain. I grew up in Las Vegas, a place where, if you didn't have air conditioning in the dead of a 115 degree summer day, you got cooked. Literally. The desert winters felt surprisingly harsh, dropping temps into the 20's and 30's, a bitter cold for people accustomed to blazing summers.
The ideal daytime temperature comfort range for most Americans is between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. So setting your thermostat to the highest temperature in this range during the summer months is key to reducing energy costs.ere are a few tips to save money on energy: 1  In the summer, set your thermostat 5 degrees higher than your ideal temperature when you leave the house. 2  In the winter, set your thermostat 5 degrees lower than your ideal temperature when you leave the house.