Ah, there’s nothing like a soothing bath. But after-bath cleanup of ring-around-the-bathtub can ruin a nice relaxing soak. Here’s what to do… To prevent bathtub...
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Clogged Spray Nozzle Solution
Spray nozzles (on spray paint, cleaners, hair spray) can build up resins, debris and other material rendering them frustratingly ineffective. Don’t throw out that spray...
Get the Fish Smell Out of Your Pan
Fish is good food. But after a fish fry, your pan can smell like the sea. And you don’t want fishy eggs in the morning!...
Read This Before You Finish Your Basement
Finishing a basement often is the most cost-effective way to increase a home’s living space—one of several reasons that the appeal of a finished basement...
Tricks to Make a Small House Feel Bigger: No Renovations Required
In a recent survey, 80% of home owners had at least one major regret about their home. Among the most common regrets—nearly 16% said their...
Emergency Laundry Detergent Substitute
If you’re out of laundry detergent and you need to do a wash, DO NOT use dishwashing liquid! Use this other common household cleaner instead…
How to Make Your Garden Hose Last
A good garden hose should last five to 10 years, but many home owners replace a hose every year or two because of leaks, cracks...
The Danger Growing in Your Fridge
Answers to common questions about mold and food When you see greenish spots on the surface of cottage cheese or a patch of fuzzy nastiness...
Smelly Garbage Can Fix
“Take out the garbage!” How often do you hear or say those words in your household? Why is it such a hateful chore? Because no...
Which House Problems Should I Fix First?
Houses sometimes develop problems in bunches, and there isn’t always enough money or time to tackle all the needed repairs at once. Here’s how to...
Silverfish Down the Drain
If you see creepy silverfish wiggling across your bathroom floor or bathtub (EW!), boil a pot of water and carefully pour it down the bathtub...
Is Mold Making You Sick?
We tend to think of our homes as safe and healthy places. But what if they’re not? Many people have unexplained symptoms and illnesses such...
