Fun Friday: March In Like A Lion

Bell Mirror & Glass, Inc.

1702 S. Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67213

316-262-8642

www.bellmirrorandglass.com

 

Happy Friday everyone! It seems that the month of February came and went in the blink of an eye and we are another step closer to the warmer Summer months. To celebrate the coming of March, we've gathered some fun facts about the month that you may not have known. Check out the following:

• The month of March is named after the Roman god of war, Mars. The Roman battle season began in the spring.
• In Old English, March was called Hlyda or Lide meaning "loud".  This was in reference to the loud March winds.
• March used to be the first month of the year. In 1752 we switched to Gregorian calendar and thus begin the year on January 1st.
• March has more than one birthstone: Bloodstone and Aquamarine.
• The first three days of March are considered unlucky if rain falls during that time.
• The violet is the flower for March.
• March starts on the same day of the week as November every year.

Bell Mirror and Glass can help keep your home looking fabulous. In addition to glass service options, we also offer custom shaped mirrors in a variety of colors.  Our craftsmen are skilled in all areas of mirror creation and are trained to provide services for commercial and residential customers.  Contact us to learn more about our services.  Don't forget to Like us on Facebook and FOLLOW us on Twitter for more home improvement tips.

Home Improvement Trends For 2014

Bell Mirror & Glass, Inc.

1702 S. Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67213

316-262-8642

www.bellmirrorandglass.com

Taking on a home improvement project can be stressful.  Deciding on the right theme or additions for your home can be difficult.  Stay up on the latest interior design trends with the following top trends for 2014. 

1. Get rid of your tub.  Less and less people are finding a bathtub necessary.  Why not get rid of it completely? Installing a curb-less shower with glass shower doors is a great way to increase the elegance of your bathroom.
2. If you just can't part ways with your tub, why not make it more extravagant?  A free standing tub makes for quite the bathing experience and takes up less space.
3. Install floating shelves.  Ample cabinet space is necessary in any kitchen.  Rather than having a long running slew of cabinets, break it up.  Including floating shelves provides more wall space to hang art and brighten the room.
4. Bright colors are "in".  Avoid using earthly browns and opt for a pop of color, like cobalt blue!
5. Using stone, metal or wood are materials in home structures is a popular trend that will not die in 2014.  However you will see a change in design.  Rather than the industrial look that was so popular in 2013, a rounder design with the use of more earth tones and shades will create a more relaxed and modest feel.
6. Express your personality.  Unique frames and layering will be common methods of self-expression in the new year.
7. Eco-friendly trends are on the rise.  Cabinets with no added formaldehyde and non-toxic glues will be in high demand.  Join the trend!

For more home improvement trends in 2014, click here. 

Bell Mirror and Glass can help you in your home improvement projects. We offer custom shaped mirrors in a variety of colors.  Our craftsmen are skilled in all areas of mirror creation and are trained to provide services for commercial and residential customers.  Contact us to learn more about our services.  Don't forget to Like us on Facebook and FOLLOW us on Twitter for more home improvement tips for the new year. 

Fun Friday: Get To Know Your State! Kansas In The Spotlight

Bell Mirror & Glass, Inc.

1702 S. Seneca Street, Wichita, KS 67213

316-262-8642

www.bellmirrorandglass.com

Bell Mirror and Glass is proud to be a part of the Kansas business community! How much do you really know about this great state?  Check out some of these fun facts!

• Kansas was the 34th state to enter the union on January 29, 1861.
• In 1803, the United States purchased Kansas from France in the Louisiana Purchase.
• The state nickname is the Sunflower State/ Jayhawk State.
• The state animal is the buffalo.
• The state bird is the Western Meadowlark.
• The state song is "Home on the Range.
• The state motto is "Ad astra per aspera," translation, "To the stars through difficulties."
• Pizza Hut restaurants opened its first store in Kansas. 
• Helium was first discovered at the University of Kansas in 1905.
• Dodge City is the windiest city in the U.S. with wind speeds of 14 miles per hour.
• Kansas was the first city to ratify the 15th amendment which gave African-Americans the right to vote. 
• Famous Kansans include: Walter Chrysler (Auto manufacturer), Amelia Earhart (The 1st woman to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean), Dwight D. Eisenhower (President), Robert Dole (Senator), Jess Willard (Boxer), and Stan Kenton (Jazz musician).

To learn more about Kansas, click here.

Bell Mirror and Glass has been a Kansas established business since 1963.  We offer comprehensive glass and mirror services to commercial and residential customers.  Contact us to find out how we can help improve your home or business!