Purgula

Innovation for Homeowners

November 23, 2024

Hi Reader,

Resilient Materials is the focus of this week's newsletter.

Having recently toured the 2024 WestEdge Design Fair, we continue to be inspired by the innovation we discover around materials that are highly attractive, durable and low-maintenance.

When considering new materials for their homes — be they flooring, exterior siding, countertops, or outdoor furniture — experienced homeowners want to understand the required maintenance, life of the product, structural integrity and aesthetic beauty over a period of many years. Simply put — is it a good investment?

If you are unfamiliar with the elegant and low-maintenance traits of quartzite, or are curious to learn why Vlaze makes all of the signage in the London Underground "Tube" system, you’ll definitely want to read our Best of WestEdge article. There’s also mention of a maker of “self-healing”, anti-scratch, anti-bacterial and anti-fingerprint surfaces.

A common theme of this week’s collection of articles is that innovators within the Home & Garden space are investing in technology to achieve new performance standards for ever-demanding homeowners.
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NOTE: The Purgula team will be enjoying the Thanksgiving Holiday with family and friends, so our next newsletter will be published on December 7th.
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PS: Last week's newsletter can be found here.

Related Topics: Materials | Home Products | Sustainability | Maintenance​

Kitchen

​What to Consider When Selecting New Kitchen Countertops​

When choosing new kitchen countertops, it’s important to balance these five key traits of the materials under consideration.

Winter Prep

​How to Prepare Your Outdoor Patio for Winter​

Practical tips to prepare and protect your outdoor patio for winter to ensure that your patio remains in excellent condition for spring.

Winter Prep

​How to Safeguard Your Home and Garden from Frost​

Don't be fooled by the beauty of frost. Use these proven methods to safeguard your home and garden effectively from the threat of frost.

Real Estate

​Recent Rate Run-Up Expected to Keep Existing Home Sales Near Historic Lows Through 2025​

Existing home sales are now expected to rise only 4% next year from a 2024 pace that is on track for a nearly 30-year low.

Source: Fannie Mae

Real Estate

​Survey Reveals 46% of Homesellers Mistakenly Believe Selling by Owner Is Most Profitable​

A survey of recent homesellers found that those who use agents actually bring in the most profit, even if the upfront expenses are higher.

Source: Clever Real Estate

Homeowner Scams

​Nov. 20 Was Utility Scam Awareness Day: Tips to Stay on Guard​

In recognition of Utility Scam Awareness Day, tips to prevent the public from falling for common utility scams, especially as cold winter months are fast approaching.

Source: FirstEnergy

​Lawrence Schiller Photographs​

During the transformative 1960s, Lawrence Schiller captured the nation’s political and cultural front lines: whenever a headline-making event occurred, he was there.

From Marilyn Monroe disrobed to Muhammad Ali in the boxing ring, Schiller's work captures legendary moments, including a haunting image of Lee Harvey Oswald after the assassination of John F. Kennedy.

Drawing from Schiller's vast archive of portraiture and photojournalism, this book includes 67 of his most iconic photographs, with background notes on each.

Printed in Italy on archival, acid-free paper, this premium hardcover edition is bound in linen and features a tip-in photograph of Tippi Hedren and Alfred Hitchcock taken during the filming of The Birds.

Ideal for photography lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the cultural icons of the 1960s, this book is a must-have for any collection!

​Marsatta Chocolate​
Each Bite Takes 6 Months to Make

Marsatta Chocolate has been a beacon of quality, innovation, and one-of-a-kind experiential flavors in the world of chocolate since 2003. Embracing the creative art of bean-to-bar chocolate making, Marsatta has established itself as the West Coast leader in this meticulous and passionate craft.

Use promo code PURGULA20 to save 20% on your purchase and be amongst the cognoscente of fine foods this Holiday Season! Offer valid through December 1, 2024.

That's it for this week's newsletter. We hope you enjoy our latest content and find it helpful in your journey to become a resourceful and fulfilled homeowner. Stay tuned for more updates, and reach out to us if you have any questions or suggestions for future content topics!
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Keep learning and innovating!
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Robert & Rukmani

Co-Founders of ​Purgula​

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