Category Archives: Around The Home

How Choosing Kitchen Colors Can Affect Your Eating Habits

Have you ever walked into your kitchen and instantly felt hungry?

How To Repair Water-Damaged Hardwood Floors

Over prolonged periods of time, water can warp, buckle, and/or cup hardwood flooring, leading to an expensive and time-consuming repair process.

How Long Will Foods Last In A Refrigerator?

Past due foods can both give off bad odors, and make you sick. Here’s a guide to how long different foods last.

Clever Ways To Reduce Household Water Usage

The average family of four uses 146,000 gallons of water per year, at a cost of $700. With just a few small changes, however, that cost could drop by as much as 28%.

How To Beat The Bacteria In Your Kitchen

Along with bathrooms, kitchens are the most bacteria-heavy rooms in a home. Here’s how to keep yours clean.

How To Clean A Water Aerator

Homes with aerated faucets use up to 50% less water than homes without. Here’s how to clean them.

How To Revive A “Brown Lawn”

You may not have stopped your lawn from turning brown, but, generally, you can nurse it back to being green.

Tips To Keep Your Home Cooler Without Turning Down The Thermostat

As temperatures turn warmer, follow these simple steps to keep your home cool without turning down your thermostat.

How To Choose The Proper Paint Color(s) For A Room

For your next paint job, make sure you choose the best color scheme and paint-type for your soon-to-be-painted room.

How To Keep A Clean Refrigerator

Do you clean your refrigerator regularly, or only after you’ve run out of space? If your answer is the latter, your refrigerator may be harboring dangerous bacteria.