How to Keep a Live Christmas Tree Fresh Throughout the Holidays
Few things in life are as warm and welcoming as the sight—and smell—of a live Christmas tree. But how do you keep your tree fresh and...
Few things in life are as warm and welcoming as the sight—and smell—of a live Christmas tree. But how do you keep your tree fresh and...
Next time you're using a manual screwdriver to loosen a stubborn screw, try one of these tricks, which can help increase the amount of...
I'm remodeling our kitchen and wouId love to add a center island. However, I want to make sure that the island fits comfortably into the...
If you've bought masking tape lately you may have noticed that it's surprisingly expensive. You could easily spend $5 or $6 for a single...
When leather work gloves become wet and then dry out, they end up stiff and brittle. This condition not only makes the gloves...
Here’s how to store portable power tools out-of-the-way, yet within easy reach: Install vinyl-coated bicycle hooks into the overhead...
There are few sounds as irritating as a squeaky door hinge. Fortunately, you can silence even the most maddening screeches in a matter of...
If the interior of your home is finished with drywall—as most are—then chances are you’ve got at least a few popped nails blemishing the...
If you've shopped for household cleaners lately you may have noticed that they fall into one of two categories: affordable,...
When you get ready to put away your window screens until next spring, clean them before storing them away. But don’t use soapy water and...
Epsom salt isn't salt at all. It's actually magnesium sulfate, which can be added to your gardens, allowing plants to get more nutrition...
You don't need a store-bought cleaner to remove dust, dirt and pesticides from your fresh produce. Just mix one quarter cup of baking...
Drilling and cutting into walls creates an amazing amount of drywall or plaster dust. Here are three ways simple ways to catch the dust...
Pipe clamps are indispensable for a wide variety of building and repair projects, but they’re often too short for pieces larger than 4...
Mix equal amounts of cream of tartar and baking soda with enough lemon juice to make a paste. Rub the mixture into the stain with your...
Odd as it might sound, it’s recommend that you clean your washing machine occasionally to prevent the build up of mold, mildew, soap...
Looking for a natural, nontoxic way to prevent mosquitoes from ruining your next cookout? Try this: Place two sprigs of fresh rosemary...
Clay flowerpots are affordable and attractive, but they’re also very thirsty. The porous nature of clay absorbs water away from the...
Nearly every bookcase has a shelf that’s sagging under the weight of too many books. If not remedied the shelf will either fail, spilling...