Chill Out for Less: Cheap Ways to Block Heat from Windows
Does it feel like you live in a sauna because your house is too hot in summer? It may be because sunlight coming through your windows heats up the room through radiant energy. Objects inside the room - like your walls, floor, and furniture - absorb this heat energy and ...
How to Blackout Windows Without Breaking the Bank
When I first moved into my house, I realized I had a problem. The back windows of our house face east and the sun wakes me up early in the morning - and I am not a morning person. The front windows of the house face west and heat the ...
How to clean baseboards without bending over: 13 Easy Ways
Easy Ways To Clean Baseboards Without Bending Over Sometimes I forget that baseboards get dirty because I just don’t look down that often. But those things can gather dust like you wouldn’t believe, especially if you have pets! And if you have back pain or knee problems like I do, ...
How to Remove Old Glue from Plastic
18 easy ways to get sticky residue off plastic The other day, I was cleaning and wanted to reuse a plastic spray bottle that had a tattered, old sticker label glued to it. When I removed the label, I was left with a sticky residue that wouldn't come off. I ...
How to clean white crocs (even stinky ones)
When I started getting lower back pain from wearing my flip flops all summer, a friend recommended I get some comfy crocs instead. Whether you love them or hate them, crocs are popular with people who are on their feet all day and are known for their comfort and durability ...