| Interior Choices - Most young housing consumers are likely to find themselves
facing complex decisions about space, needs, energy, and how
to complete their household interiors. Students should first
consider the space and containers available for organization
and storage within the home. When purchasing a major appliance,
consumers should examine products comparatively with regard to
space needed, warranties and service, energy efficiency, and
maintenance. The impact of appliances on utility costs, when
teamed weatherization and conservation, is an additional concern
for the interior design of a building or home. This video series
explains how we can assess our own interiors to maximize space,
make wise investments, and still use energy efficiently |
Energy Savings. 9 minutes
Major Appliance Selection and Care 13 minutes
Storage and Closet Organization 10 minutes
Complete Interior Choice Set |
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| Furnishing & Decorating Your
First Apartment -You're moving away from
home and into your very own apartment. It needs to reflect you
and your taste- so where do you begin? This video covers the
basics of furnishing and decorating on a limited budget. Viewers
will learn about elements and principles of design as well as
how personal style and accessories can affect the look. We'll
take you to flea markets, second-hand stores and thrift shops
to find just the right piece of furniture and talk about floor
and wall coverings. We'll also differentiate between essential
furnishings and non-essential items. Furnishing a room or an
apartment on a budget is certainly possible - especially if you're
willing to stretch your imagination! 15 minutes |
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| How to Buy Quality Furniture
- Purchasing bargain furniture now may not
be such a bargain in the long run. Knowing what to look for in
well-made furniture, regardless of your budget, will help you
get the most for your money. Furniture makers and furniture retailers
will share their expertise. We'll visit a furniture factory and
see all types of furniture - wooden, upholstered, chrome, steel,
wicker; compare styles and construction; and figure out what
fits our lifestyle choices. 13 minutes |
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| How To Clean A House -Knowing how to clean is a basic life skill that everyone
should have. Is there a right way and a wrong way to clean a
house? No, probably not, but there are ways that are efficient,
organized and easy to maintain while keeping time spent to a
minimum. Standards of cleanliness range from those who keep everything
spotless, to those who only do dishes when there aren't any clean
glasses, to those who are somewhere in between. Even though individuals
may view what is acceptable in varied ways, there are certain
cleanliness standards which should never be compromised because
of health and safety issues. This video covers all the basics
while discussing cleaning schedules, methods/routines and tools
and supplies. Cleaning may not be one of Nature's joys, but with
a little knowledge and the right tools, it can be accomplished
quickly and easily. 12 minutes |
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| Apartment Renting 101: What Happened
To My Security Deposit? - Whether you are
looking for your first apartment of your tenth, trying to find
a suitable place to rent can he a complicated and time-consuming
experience. This comprehensive video addresses all of the issues
that need to he considered to find comfortable housing at a reasonable
price. The program begins by examining the reasons to choose
an apartment and how to determine what percentage of income should
be allocated for housing. Beginning with a list of needs and
wants the video shows where to find available apartment listing
including the internet, what is covered in lease agreements,
and how to document existing problems to keep from losing your
security deposit. The program also covers the different options
for finding furnishings and how to decide whether to move yourself
or contract with a mover. Ideal for teaching independent living
skills to teens or adults. 33 minutes. |
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Window Treatment Basics
There are as many different types of window
treatments as there are wardrobe choices for clothing. From heavily
draped windows to simple café curtains, the challenge
to select a covering that is right for the window type, the decorating
style and the budget limits. Viewers will get a great overview
of the basics including the different of windows (double-hung,
casement, patio doors, etc.) as well as the different of window
treatments (curtains and drapes, shades and blinds, toppers,
special ideas). Not only will students recognize the ins and
outs of dressing windows, but also be shown how to measure windows
for various treatment options. Finally -video that presents the
basics in an entertaining but straightforward manner 12 minutes |
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| Eye For Design This
program teaches basic aesthetics of interior design including
the language of line, concept of rhythm, balance, proportion
and the concepts of grouping and focal points. By learning all
of these concepts, the viewer will be able to recognize basic
principles and incorporate them into designs. 22 minutes |
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| Rent Or Buy Decisions - Discusses the various options available and helps
viewers determine what's best for them by examining cost, location,
facilities, proximity to services and personal preferences. 12
minutes |
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| What is a House? This
program explores the basic meaning of a shelter and will give
your students fresh insights into their homes and neighborhoods,
including what forces shape contemporary housing. They will realize
that a house is an open book of dreams, a collection of symbols
that announces who we are. Some of the areas this video explores
are size, types of roofs, shutters, and why fireplaces are so
popular. 22 minutes |
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| Housing Options - Informative
and thought provoking, the specially-priced Housing series covers
a range of current issues from the environmental responsibilities
of homeowners to careers within the industry. At the core of
the housing industry is a concern for the welfare of our environment.
This series emphasizes the role of homeowners in conservation
and recycling, the history of the housing industry and the adverse
effects of urbanization, and a variety of occupations related
to planning, construction, sales, financing, maintenance, and
home repair. |
How and Why Housing Developed.16
minutes
Careers in Housing. 12 minutes
Conserving our Environment: Everybody's Responsiblity
Housing Options Set |
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Dollars & Sense:Housing CD-ROM
A complete unit of study on renting, buying,
financing and insuring a house -C.DJ on one CD! Students will
view available properties, sign a lease, buy renter's insurance
- all in simulation. They compare financing, complete mortgage
papers and close the deal. Games, math questions, trivia and
video clips will keep students interested while teachers will
love the lesson plans and tests! |
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| Furnishing Basics
- The finishing touch on any home
is its interior design. Depending on resources, most homeowners
either hire a decorator or make their own personal choices regarding
the lighting, carpeting, wall coverings, and window treatments
in their house. The first in this specially-priced video series
of detailed tips and suggestions from professional decorators.
After the paint has dried and the curtains are hung, the next
step is for homeowners to choose furniture based on their preference,
lifestyle, cost, utilization of space, and traffic patterns.
Consumers might also require the assistance of a professional
decorator when choosing household furnishings. The final video
overviews how we can care for furniture and fabrics to prolong
their life and beauty, including information on special treatments
for wood, glass, metals, or plastics. |
Decorating: The Interior Design Zone. (15 mm.)
$52
Choosing Furnishings and Accessories
Caring For Furnishings
Furnshings Basics Set |
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Home Interior Poster Pak
Our latest poster pak covers the major topics in housing, window
treatments, floor coverings, lighting and lighting fixtures,
furniture, storage, and wall coverings. Bright, four-color posters
will draw your students into the housing unit and excite them
about creating their own personal living space. Set of 6 |
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| The American Home - This
video gives students a vocabulary to describe the architecture
of houses. Historical footage from the turn of the century to
the 1920s gives insight into why the styles thrived and why many
still remain popular. It covers various styles including Tudor,
Neo-Classical, Victorian, Prairie and Frank Lloyd Wright as well
as the latest post-modern styles. 23 minutes |
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