Civilizations have been using various methods to freshen the air for thousands of years. The Egyptians would use aromatic resins and jasmine, particularly during sacrifices. Ancient Chinese cultures were fond of fragrant flowers and mandarin oranges. Today, many people use store-bought air fresheners such as aerosol sprays, gel substances, and scented plugins to add pleasant …
With a new year comes changes, big and small. People everywhere are setting out to become a better version of themselves, learn a new skill, and/or save money for something important. If you’re looking for a way to take care of yourself and protect your finances, we would recommend improving your home safety. Home accidents can pose a …
Mold is something everyone should want to keep out of their house. Not only is it unsightly, but it can be harmful to people. Mold can cause sinus congestion, coughing, agitated eyes, and skin rashes. Those with asthmas or mold allergies are much more susceptible. If you have chronic lung disease or immune system issues, you …
Radon, in case you didn’t know, is a colorless, odorless gas that’s found in almost all air around you. While trace amounts are harmless, high concentrations can be dangerous. In fact, radon is the number one cause for lung cancer among non-smokers. The EPA estimates that around 21,000 people die from radon-related lung cancer each …
Do you actively try to keep your home a safe place? You should, especially if you have children. Every year, 2000 children under 15 die from an injury in their home. Even if you don’t have a child, it’s important to keep things safe. That doesn’t mean you have to rebuild your home from the inside out. …
A basement is a wonderful, cozy, multipurpose space. At least, it is if it’s finished. But many homes come with basements that are pretty bare bones: cement walls, cement floors, poor lighting, damp air, etc. It’s understandable as a homeowner to be eager to get things finalized so you can start utilizing the space. But before you do that, there a …
It’s laundry day. Your second load of clothes is finishing up in the washing machine, while your first load finishes its dryer cycle. The timers on both machines ding, and you go to empty the dryer so you can move over the next batch of washed clothing. There’s just one problem. The clothes in the …
Your home should be a place of comfort and safety, but that doesn’t happen automatically. Keeping your home safe and cozy requires some work. It starts with keeping it cleaned and orderly. But even if everything appears to be in order, there can still be dangers lurking in your home. Here are a few hazardous items that may be hiding in your home. Bacteria …
Washers and dryers are big, bulky, and often unattractive. Additionally, they tend to collect messiness from lint, spilled detergent, dirty clothes, etc. It’s tempting to exile them to a backroom or basement. On the other hand, laundry is something that has to be done frequently, especially for those with larger families. You want to consider convenience. Since everyone’s home and personal …
A house fire is something everyone hopes to never experience. But the reality is that there are an average 355,400 home structure fires per year. With the right precautions, however, you can greatly reduce your chances of becoming a part of this horrible statistic. Many home fires can be prevented with attentiveness and proper maintenance. …
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