Add Class To Your Bedroom With Canopy Bed Frames

Ever since I was a child, I have adored canopy beds. Growing up, my parents had a great wrought iron bed that I still think of with great fondness. It wasn't a canopy bed frame originally, but it had enough height for a canopy to hang properly from it. When mom and dad went out, we liked to make a secret hideaway using sheets and blankets flung over the top of the bed. Under the covers as children we would pretend to be in a fort. Which is why ever since I have loved a nice canopy bed frame. The thing I love is how the canopy gives you an overwhelming feeling of being safe and warm, protected from all the bad things in the world around you.

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You can have a canopy bed with all sorts of different bed frames. Although there are many wonderful styles to choose from, I personally prefer the wrought iron bed frames. I love the heavy look and strength. However, I have seen many quality wooden frames that have a very chic appearance. Wood frames are great because they weigh less, are more gentle to your floor, and are more forgiving when you run into them. A bed frame made of wood might be easier on your legs if you are prone to bumping into your bed when getting in or out.

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While you browse local stores for canopy bed frames, consider the height of the canopy as well as overall aesthetic appeal. How tall your ceiling is, along with your own personal preferences, will largely determine the height of you bed. When it comes to a canopy, some people prefer it to be at its maximum height. Others enjoy sleeping in canopy beds sporting lower canopies, because it provides a greater degree of intimacy. When a canopy bed is too low, I really don't like it. When the canopy does not allow enough air inside the bed, it can become stifling. Some people actually like this though. Consider trying out as many beds as you'd like before making your final selection.

Antique canopy bed frames are as unique as you are, so look around for one you love. A quality bed that stands the test of time often stays in a family for generations. Many generations of a family can enjoy the same wrought iron bed frame or a wooden bed frame. Beds from different historical periods can be purchased at your local antique store.

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Great Leadership Depends on Great Decisions - Take AIME

All great leaders are defined by the quality of their decisions. Although leaders can delegate, postpone, or otherwise defer decisions, ultimately there are some things that only the leader can decide. As President Harry Truman famously said, "the buck stops here." He realized that ultimately, he needed to take responsibility and make decisions on the critical issues facing the nation. Likewise, leaders of any organization must also make key decisions and take the responsibility for their outcomes. This philosophy may sound simple, but it doesn't mean that it is easy. Often leaders must make decisions with scant information.  More often than not, there are no clear cut choices among several viable options, and the leader gets conflicting advice about which option to choose. So how can leaders make timely decisions and maximize their chances of making the "right" decision? They rely on a decision making model to help them. Consider the example of the AIME decision making model:

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A: Assess the Situation. Whenever they are faced with a decision, leaders assess the situation. This can either be a quick "estimate of the situation" or a more detailed analysis depending on the amount of time available. Regardless, they always assess the situation by considering relevant facts that bear on the problem. Experienced leaders will know intuitively which facts to look at and quickly assess the situation. Experienced emergency room doctors do this all the time. While they seem to easily make quick decisions, in fact, they begin by assessing the patient's condition by looking at the appropriate vital signs or test results. The reason that they can move quickly to a decision is because of their experience - they have likely seen a similar situation before that they can relate to their present situation.   Less experienced leaders (or doctors) will need to get help from trusted colleagues to make their assessment; nevertheless, they must begin the process by looking at the relevant facts.

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I: Implement a simple plan. After gathering information to make their decision, the next move is to formulate a simple plan. To create their plan, they will likely consider their viable options. Normally there are no more than five options.   If there are more than five, it behooves the leader to quickly eliminate all but the most viable and get to the three best options. Once the options are identified, they compare the advantages and disadvantages of each of the options. If time permits, they sometimes do a deliberate analysis using a decision matrix whereby each option is evaluated against specific "decision criteria."   They might have someone from their staff research the details for each option and present their findings in the form of a comparative analysis which may point to one option that is clearly superior to the others. However once the analysis is completed with whatever detail is permitted due to the time constraints, the leader must choose an option and make their decision. 

M: Make it happen. Once the decision is made, then the leader must communicate it to the staff and make it happen. Many leaders assume that once the decision is made and communicated that it is carried out. Don't assume that once the communication is made, that the decision will automatically get carried out! Even in military organizations where people are accustomed to follow orders, the decisions of senior commanders will not always be carried out as intended. It is up to the senior leader or decision maker to follow up with those who are charged with implementing the decision to see if it is being implemented as intended or if there is an unanticipated problem. This is the time for leaders to "lead from the front."   Get up front and find the problems and fix them, or fire up the people who are supposed to get the job done. Unless you are prepared to rescind or modify the decision, make sure that everyone is on board with getting it implemented. In extreme cases, this might even require firing recalcitrant team members who are obstructing rather than facilitating the decision.

E: Evaluate the decision. This is the last, but most often overlooked step in decision making. Even when leaders follow up to make sure that their decisions are carried out, they often don't come back later to evaluate the results. Evaluation is really the key to making great decisions. Most leaders understand that they can never make great decisions all the time. Even great leaders will make a poor decision periodically, but the only way to correct that is to evaluate the results. The fact is that even a successful missile launch is off target most of the time. It is up to the guidance system to make mid-course corrections while the missile is in flight so that it gets to the intended target. In the same way, leaders have the ability to achieve their intended results by making periodic reviews of their decisions. Depending on the nature of the decision, the elapsed time before a review may vary widely; however, if everyone knows that there will be a review, they will more diligently carry it out in the first place. Further, they will be looking for signs along the way that will help to make the evaluation more effective. So, make sure to set up a time to evaluate your decisions if you are the leader.

The AIME Decision Model is a simple model to understand, but perhaps not easy to execute in practice; however, using it regularly will instill discipline into the decision making process. This will not guarantee great decisions every time, but it will dramatically increase the probability of making good decisions over the long term. As you get used to applying the model, then it will naturally become easier to use. Make a good decision today and start using the AIME Decision Model. 

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How to Make Your Workplace Safe

Ergonomic is a word we have all heard since the ramifications of prolonged computer use became a way of life. Along with the marvels of computer technology come the physical consequences of persistent injuries. Fortunately there are ways and means to improve and avoid the discomfort that people are prone to, when working in front of a computer all day.

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Workstation Ergonomics

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Correct design of the workstation setup for the particular user is paramount. Good posture stems from the use of furniture set at the correct height, as the position of the body n relation to the desk, chair, keyboard, mouse and monitor relates to the strain felt by the user.

The purchase of adjustable equipment allows the flexibility that is required for every individual's body size, strength and range of motion. The different physical dimensions and the job requirement should be task specific when a workstation is designed.

Ergonomic Desk

When choosing a desk there are key factors involved to minimise strain. An Ergonomic desk should be balanced so the tasks are not all stacked on one side. This avoids the imbalance that can be formed within the muscles of the person performing the tasks.

Alternative Desk Design

Options are now given as to whether a person sits all day at a desk. There are now 'sit to stand' desks that encourage flexibility and give a choice of sitting or standing whilst working. The variation of movement reduces the stress placed on the back, increases blood flow and helps stretch the muscles.

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"Ergonomic" does not necessarily mean that a chair with that name is right. Consideration must be given to the following factors:

Adjustability - A chair must be designed to be able to allow the user to adjust seat height, back rest and seat pan depth.

Arm Rests - Should be adjustable or removable and should not prevent the chair from being close to the desk. Elbows should be at 90 degrees and forearms flat and level to allow for a relaxed un-hunched posture.

Lumbar Support - The chair should provide support for the curve of the lower back.

Stability - The chair needs to be stable and if movement is required, on casters with an appropriate floor surface.

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Guide to Industry Approved Office Chairs - Office Seating Industry Standards

One important criterion in choosing an office chair is to make sure it adheres to industry standards. These standards should be considered in your selection process to make sure the chairs are not just healthy but are also safe to be used in the workplace.

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Currently, there are two organizations that independently conduct testing on office chairs to see how they perform and rate based on a set criteria and rating system. These two organizations are the ANSI or American National Standards Institute and the BIFMA or the Business and Industrial Furniture Manufacturer's Association.

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Based on the results of their tests, they have both released standards that help consumers determine which chairs are the best and the safest to use. If a chair does not pass the ANSI/BIFMA standards, it means they are not safe to work with and should be avoided.

So before you buy an office chair, make sure you are well aware and understand these standards properly. These standards test chairs based on the following factors:

Unit base - It is very important for a chair to have a stable base. This determines the stability of the chair when you sit on it and has a direct effect on the strength and durability of the entire structure.

Swivel cycling - Chairs that swivel can be safety hazards if they are not designed and constructed well. A chair should be able to swivel steadily and maintain your balance.

Tilt mechanism - It is important for tilt mechanisms in office chairs to be stable and durable. If not, it can pose a serious safety risk to those who sit on it since you tend to put all your weight on the chair when you tilt it back, leaving you defenseless in case the tilt mechanism backfires.

Seating impact - The structure of the seating should be sturdy and durable so that it can sufficiently bear weight and impact.

Front and rear stability - A chair should be stable in both the rear and front areas to give you the feeling of being stable and safe when you sit on it.

Arm strength - The armrests should be able to bear the full weight they are expected to carry.

Durability of the backrest - One of the most important things for an office chair is for the backrest to be extremely durable. In an office chair, it is the backrest that bears most of your weight when you sit down and lean back. If the backrest is not durable, you can't expect to use a chair for a long time since an office chair without a reliable backrest is not ergonomic nor safe. Also, if the backrest breaks when you are sitting on the chair, this may cause serious harm.

Durability of the casters and chair base - One of the most vulnerable parts of an office chair is the chair base and caster set. The base and casters bear most of the weight and also come into contact with the floor. They are exposed to wear and tear. Thus, ANSI/BIFMA pays special attention to checking the durability of the base and casters to make sure the chairs are safe for use and can be relied on with complete assurance.

Durability of the foot ring - Some chairs, such as drafting chairs, also have foot rings, which serve as foot rests located just above the casters. The foot rings are found in chairs that can extend higher than normal. Most people tend to put a lot of weight against the foot ring when they sit, so it should also be durable and reliable.

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Can Office Chair Mats Prevent Floor Covering Damage?

Chair mats can be a good idea for the office as long as you follow some simple guidelines.

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The Problem

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There is little doubt office chair casters can do a lot of damage to floor coverings, particularly where the wrong casters are fitted.

Broadly speaking office chair casters are designed for either carpeted or hard flooring surfaces, so before doing anything check your office seat is fitted with the correct casters for your floor covering.

Even when the correct wheels are fitted, they can still do a lot of damage to floor coverings, this may be minimal with good quality carpet tiles and a serious problem with foam backed carpets as the wheels have the effect of shredding the foam backing over time.

You'll know when this is happening as the carpet will become uneven and may develop ridges and show signs of early wear.

So, you've got the correct casters on your chair and perhaps are still concerned about the marks left by your chair and decide to fit a chair mat, will this sort things?

Making The Best Use Of Chair Mats

Chair mats act as a barrier between the casters and your floor covering and will indeed protect your flooring from wheel damage.

This can actually throw up a fresh problem because when the mat is left in place what happens in time is the surrounding flooring will begin to wear with use, yet the mat will prevent wear to the flooring underneath it.

Consequently, you may end up with a situation where you reverse the problem you originally had where the protected flooring shows little or no signs of wear and so stands out against the rest of the carpeting.

To minimise this problem it's best to always lift the mat each time you vacuum your carpets and clean it as well, this will also raise the carpet pile too reducing the likelihood of the pile becoming flattened by continual use of a mat.

Where possible, try and move your workstation and chair around from time to time so you are working on different parts of the carpet as this will help even out wear and tear on your flooring.

Conclusion

Here's a summary of the points to check when considering chair mats.
Make sure you chair has the correct casters Move and clean under the mat to revitalise the carpet pile Where possible, try moving your workstation occasionally to even carpet wear

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Chair Glides - A Stable Chair Gives You a Wholesome Stability

To enjoy your work and relaxation, a stable chair is an important elementary factor. If you have a wobbly chair then no matter how nice an environment you are in, it is going to unsettle your balance - pun intended. Your work concentration is going to go down and if you are relaxing then your relaxation is going to get an unwelcome break. Additionally, your floor is going to see scratches and damages.

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Using the right chair glides, you can stabilize your furniture. The best furniture glides would be designed so that they maximize the chair's contact with the floor. Some of the good glides are self-leveling. The enhanced contact would help you prevent scratching and tearing the surfaces of your deck and patio. The good glides for your furniture would also help you eliminate the screeching when you pull the chairs. If the legs of you chair are uneven then the glides, especially the self-leveling ones, would take care of that.

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Make sure that the glide that you get is from a good company. Glides are inexpensive, and can help you in a number of decent ways such as preservation of your floor's surface smoothness and giving you a relaxed mindset with a more comfortable sitting. The glide you install should be of a quality suitable for linoleum, tiles, wood deck, concrete patio surfaces and hard-wood floors. The outdoor chair glides ought to be waterproof and set on an adhesive so that you don't have to set it up with tape or glue.

A chair glide is something that you won't want to buy over and over again, and yet if you don't get to a comfortable sitting position then that is what you shall have to end up doing. So it makes sense to install a good self-leveling chair glide suitable for all the kinds of surfaces that you plan to use them on.

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