RV living isn’t just for summer road trips. It can be just as much fun in the winter if you have the right setup. Whether you’re ready to embark on winter adventures in your RV, or you’re new to full-time RV living altogether and want to be prepared to meet Jack Frost, here are some tips and … [Read more...]
A New Year brings new opportunities — a clean slate to do something you’ve never done before or start a new habit. We’re all faced with messages and advertisements that tell us we’re missing out on something, that we need “that one thing” to be happy, that if we just keep accumulating, we’ll find … [Read more...]
Should You Purchase a Portable or Window Air Conditioner? When the temperature starts to rise, most people rely on their air conditioning units to keep their homes and offices at a comfortable temperature. There are a number of options on the market when it comes to the type of unit you use. If … [Read more...]
When it comes to curb appeal, some houses have it and some miss the mark. Especially the people that live in my neighborhood. Whether you are ready to put your house on the market or just looking for ways to liven up your space, investing time and money to improve the first impression your home … [Read more...]
Moisturizing the air in your home with a humidifier or vaporizer is not only an effective way to make your living conditions more comfortable, but it can play a key role in helping to alleviate symptoms of a variety of health conditions. Below, we list out ten of the most common reasons why you … [Read more...]
With the cost of water going up and more restrictions going into place for drought-stricken areas, now is the perfect time to begin saving water around your home. Although you can’t do anything about the amount of snow and rain that falls, restricting the amount of water you use in your home and … [Read more...]
Having an ice maker is one of the most convenient appliances that a homeowner could own. Long gone are the days when you need to remember to pull out, fill, put back that ice tray in the freezer, and wait for the cubes to freeze. Any time that you want ice, you just need to go to your ice maker, … [Read more...]
The average American home has been getting bigger every year. In fact, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, over the last five years the average size home built in the United States is over 2,600 square feet. Tiny houses are a budget-friendly, eco-conscious reaction to these giant … [Read more...]
Every homeowner knows that one of the most irritating and dreadful chores is to clean a dirty oven. This is especially true when the racks are covered with sticky grime, baked-on grease, and burned pieces of food. Even if you use your oven sparingly, chances are that residue will still accumulate. … [Read more...]
It can be easy to take some of the appliances around your home for granted. Ice makers are just one example of an appliance that often gets overlooked when it comes to frequent cleaning and other maintenance tasks. When you go and grab some ice from the device, you might not think about how long it … [Read more...]
These Are the Dirtiest Places in Your Home: Here’s How to Clean Them. For even the most germ-phobic among us (you know who you are!), there are just some out-of-the-way spots that we sometimes forget to clean. Either they’re places that are hard to get to, we forget about certain areas of our … [Read more...]
Whether it’s for spring cleaning purposes or a big move, it’s important to be very careful when moving large appliances. You run the risk of ruining your floors, hurting your back, or even damaging your unit. Depending on the model, the appliances in your home can weigh from 100 to 300 pounds or … [Read more...]
The Benefits Behind Green Cleaning Going green is about more than just recycling here and there – it’s a lifestyle choice. This isn’t to say that you should beat yourself up if you’re not composting every single food item; rather, it’s about changing your mentality regarding what you can do to … [Read more...]
Almost everyone wants to save on their monthly energy bills. From turning off your lights to using a portable air conditioner, conserving energy and cutting down on your monthly utility bills is easier than you might think. One way you might not have considered, is to conserve energy while cooking … [Read more...]
Grill, baby, grill. No matter what the temperature may be, we can all agree that it’s still great grilling weather. From burgers to brats, you’ve got a lot of great options to sear and savor. The best part is, grilling isn’t just fun, it can actually be good for you, too. 5 Health Benefits of … [Read more...]
Are you looking to go green in your kitchen? Great choice! Making the shift to eco-friendliness in your home is a worthwhile endeavor – you’ll be saving the planet AND saving money on energy costs. And, considering that kitchens tend to be the biggest hubs of energy in the house, this is a great … [Read more...]
How to Create an Eco-Friendly Home Doing your part to protect the environment doesn’t have to be difficult. Making every effort to conserve energy and preserve the environment just makes sense. You don’t need extra time or money to look after the planet – there are plenty of small, simple ways that … [Read more...]
9 Cleaning Tips Everyone Should Know Even for the non-cooks among us, your refrigerator is undoubtedly one of the most frequently used appliances in your home. (Hey, you gotta have somewhere to store all those Chinese takeout meals, right?) Everyone in your family uses the fridge, which means it … [Read more...]
Keeping your home clean is one of the biggest challenges when it comes to owning a pet! If you’re a cat or dog lover, you’ve been there – sometimes, no matter what you do, it’s easy to feel like your home has slowly been taken over by pet hair and dander. If your household is currently in danger of … [Read more...]
How to Know When You Need a New Dishwasher In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the dishwasher has the ability to not only save you a ton of time, but can help simplify the cleaning process and help you slash your water usage. A true modern-day luxury that we've all come to depend on, … [Read more...]
How to Use a Steamer: What Every Cook Should Know When Steaming Veggies Steaming is a great way to cook your food without sacrificing the nutrient quality, or the taste. It is also one of the simplest ways to prepare your veggies after a long day of work. Despite the nutritional advantages of … [Read more...]