We all know how important good sleep is: not getting enough of it can damage your mental health, your physical looks and even your waistline. Many people struggle with getting enough sleep, though. It's estimated that half of all Australians aren't getting enough sleep, and almost 10% of Australians have a full-blown sleep disorder. Whether your problem is falling asleep, staying asleep or getting up again, by looking at the four crucial stages of every night's, snooze you can improve your sleep hygiene and, with it, the rest of your life.

The right cafe furniture not only makes your cafe look great but also can encourage your customers to linger in your store and keep ordering. Here are some factors to consider when you are buying furniture to make your cafe look great, but also be functional as cafe furniture.  Easy to clean It's important to have tables and chairs that are easy to clean. Not only does this save your labour time as staff can clean the furniture more quickly between customers, customers also feel better about staying on furniture that doesn't feel dirty.

Teak furniture has a beautiful grain and colour, but unfortunately it is prone to developing stains and watermarks. Don't let a simple spill stain your teak chairs or table; instead, take action to combat the stain with these five simple tips. 1. Don't Wait The faster you react to a spill, the lower the chance that it will leave a stain. Whenever you spill any liquid onto teak furniture, even if it is only water, you need to mop it up as soon as you can.

Excessive noise is one of the most common causes of conflicts between neighbours, particularly in urban areas with dense housing. Then again, listening to music the way it should be listened to is one of the great joys of life. So how do you balance the desire to enjoy your record collection with the need to placate the family next door? Here are some useful tips for creating and managing your home so that noise transmission to the outside world is reduced, leaving you free to savour the base of your favourite records without worrying about alienating your neighbours.