Are you having trouble getting tough soap scum off of your glass shower doors? It's hard to keep shower glass shiny and spotless, but it's not impossible, thanks to an item in your home that you probably throw away after use without a second thought for how you could reuse them--dryer sheets! According to this article from purewow.com, dryer sheets can be great shower cleaning tools. Why are they … [Read more...]
Fall Yard Cleanup Tips and Tricks
Let's face it, fall yard cleanup can be a real hassle. That's why bobvila.com posted an article called, "9 Tricks for Fast and Easy Fall Yard Cleanup". Check out the article to find out why you should: Mulch Grass Instead of Bagging Make Sure Your Tools Are Sharp Use a Leaf Blower to Clean Your Gutters Wear a Tool Belt Rake Leaves into Rows Instead of Piles Wrap a Bungee Cord Around … [Read more...]
Weekend-Size Remodeling Projects
The week has just begun; are you already longing for the weekend? Yeah, we are too, so we thought you might like some ideas for how to spend the weekend from this article by HGTV.com called, "25 Remodeling Projects You Can Do in a Weekend". Each project contains a link to more detailed instructions. The projects include: Make Stylish Outdoor Pallet Seating Update Your Bathroom Door Build an … [Read more...]
The Best-Burning Firewood
Did you know that the type of wood you use affects how well your fire burns? If you've got a wood-burning fireplace or are planning a bonfire, you'll want to check out "Firewood Primer: Which Wood Burns Best?", a helpful article at bobvila.com. You'll learn the ins and outs of different types of wood, like: Hard maple Douglas fir Birch Oak Pine Whatever type of wood you choose, be sure … [Read more...]
Fire in the Hole! – Why Your Chimney Needs Sweeping
Chimney sweepers may seem reminiscent of an older time, but as it comes time for you to light up your fireplace,you should consider hiring one for your home's safety. Why do we need chimney sweeping? When you burn wood, the smoke leaves behind something called creosote, a highly flammable substance. With this building up along with soot, a dirty chimney can ignite from an incidental … [Read more...]
Find the Fireplace that's Right for You
Are you feeling nostalgic, dreaming of having a fireplace in your home? That dream might not be as out of reach as you think, especially with the increasing popularity of gas fireplaces. But how do you find a fireplace that fits well in your home and your lifestyle? thisoldhouse.com has an article called "All About Gas Fireplaces" which gives a myriad of helpful tips for finding the fireplace … [Read more...]
12 Homeowner Must-Haves
Owning a home is a lot of work; there's all kinds of maintenance work to be done. And most maintenance tasks require certain tools. Some tasks require specialized tools that can just be rented as they're needed, but there are some tools that are useful for a number of different tasks and are used on a regular basis. So as a homeowner, what are the most essential tools to own? This article from … [Read more...]
The Top 10 Hazards in Your Home
Do you know how to prevent damage, from accidents like fires and flooding in your home? thisoldhouse.com has an article called "Discover Your Home's Top 10 Danger Zones", which reveals the most hazardous parts of the house and what you should do to prevent disaster in those places. Some of the hazards are more obvious, but others may surprise you. The places to pay special attention to and take … [Read more...]
9 Unusual Uses for WD-40
You probably know that WD-40 is useful for lubricating, but you might not expect these "9 Unusual Ways to Use WD-40". Uses include: Removing surface stains Keeping away unwanted animals Polishing...well, just about anything that needs polishing! Freeing frozen objects Blocking bugs Cleaning up cosmetics Creating artistic effects Conditioning leather Lubricating fishing reels and … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Bathroom Paint Color
Not sure what color to paint your bathroom? With so many colors to choose from at hardware stores, how can anyone decide? Well, whether the decision seems easy or difficult to you, there are some do's and don't's that you might want to know, and that might help you choose more wisely. Have a general color in mind; there thousands of shades to choose from, so it helps to already have something … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 28
- 29
- 30
- 31
- 32
- …
- 133
- Next Page »