13 Fence Line Landscaping Ideas

13 Fence Line Landscaping Ideas

Your fence line is probably the most neglected piece of real estate in your yard. Most people treat it like a property boundary and nothing more, leaving it to become a graveyard for weeds or a boring stretch of sun-bleached wood. I’ve spent way too many Saturdays staring at my own cedar fence, realizing it … Read more

Should You Shower After a Haircut?

Should You Shower After a Haircut?

A question that often arises about haircuts is whether you should shower before, after, or both times. Unless you wash your hair daily, chances are you won’t have fresh hair on your way to the salon. Also, stray hairs will typically be left after a haircut, no matter how much you brush the loose hairs … Read more

How to Get Blue Toilet Cleaner off Hands

How to Get Blue Toilet Cleaner off Hands

Toilet cleaners use dyes to help with identification, which in turn, prevents contamination. The problem is that the blue dye can leave a stubborn stain that can be unsightly and difficult to remove if you don’t address it quickly. Also, toilet cleaners contain harsh chemicals that can harm the skin if left for a long … Read more

5 Ways to Quickly Clear Snow From Your Paths & Driveway

Ways to Quickly Clear Snow From Your Paths & Driveway

We’ve all been there. You wake up, look out the window, and see a pristine blanket of white covering everything. It’s beautiful—until you realize you have a meeting in 45 minutes and your car is buried under six inches of the cold stuff. Clearing snow isn’t just a chore; it’s a race against the clock. … Read more

11 Unusual Winter Garden Protection Methods that Actually Work

Unusual Winter Garden Protection Methods that Actually Work

I’ve spent more than a few winter nights staring out the window, watching the frost creep across the glass and wondering if my rosemary bush was currently turning into a popsicle. For years, I followed the “rules”—I bought the expensive frost blankets and the heavy bags of mulch—only to find that my garden still struggled. … Read more

Do Electric Water Heaters Need to Be Vented? 

Do Electric Water Heaters Need to Be Vented?

As the name suggests, an electric water heater is an appliance that uses electricity — instead of fuels such as natural gas, oil, or propane — to heat water for domestic needs. If you are not familiar with the inner workings of these appliances, you may have some questions. For instance, do electric water heaters need … Read more