How To Create A Home Office And Guest Room Combo
If you’re like a good chunk of today’s workforce, you spend a hefty amount of time working from home. A home office makes things easier, and creating a room that does double-duty makes a lot of sense. A popular combo is to combine a guest room and home office into one functional space.
10 Clever Ways To Hide Your Pet's Stuff
Pet parents love their fur babies, and many pet owners are happy to give their dog or cat free range when it comes to the home. However, this doesn’t mean you want to see pet beds, toys, grooming supplies, and other items around every turn. So, how do you hide your pet’s stuff but still make it easy to access?
How To Get Rid Of Mold In The Dishwasher
The sight of mold in your dishwasher can make you think twice about using your dishes again. Dishwashers are the perfect place for mold to grow because of the moisture, heat, and darkness. Many people struggle with how to get rid of mold in the dishwasher, however, you can prevent mold growth and get rid of what’s already there by taking a few precautions.
How Often Should You Replace Pillows?
Sleeping without a comfortable pillow can mean a rough night's sleep. In a perfect world, pillows would last forever and never lose their comfort. Sadly, that’s not the case. So, how often should you replace your pillows?
Do Spices Go Bad? Tips For Keeping Your Spices Fresh
Your home’s spice rack is an always-growing collection of flavors that come from all over the world and eventually make their way into your kitchen. There are spices you reach for almost every day, and those you use only on the rare occasions. You might find yourself reaching for one of these rarely used spices and wonder exactly when you bought it. Moreover, you might wonder how long the spices in your home last until they go bad.
Say Goodbye To Pesky Pet Hair With These Low-Shed Dogs And Cats
When you add a pet to the family, shedding is often an inevitable part of the deal. But even though you adore your furry friend, that doesn’t mean you have to love their hair all over the place. If you’d rather spend more time loving your pet than cleaning up their fur, consider dogs or cats that don’t shed a lot.
9 Ways To Create A DIY Romantic Valentine’s Ambience In Your Home
Valentine’s Day is the ultimate DIY holiday in many ways. There is no real road map for how you must celebrate this day. Plus, the company you keep on Valentine’s Day often dictates the type of mood you want to create. While many couples opt for a traditional white tablecloth dinner at a restaurant, this is by no means the only great way to have a romantic Valentine’s Day. There are even ways you can create a special and romantic mood in the comfort of your own home.
10 Home Improvement Valentine’s Gift Ideas For Your Loved One
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and that means heart-shaped chocolates, coveted dinner reservations, and an ongoing quest for the perfect gift for your loved one. Shopping for a Valentine’s Day gift can be challenging and also rather expensive. If you live with your partner you might want to consider a home improvement gift idea so the gift keeps on giving. This way you can build, buy, and install something meaningful that you both can enjoy consistently for years to come. Who knows, you might even increase the value of your home.
Want to Save on Streaming? Prepare for ads.
As the number of streaming services grows, so do the costs of subscriptions. Many viewers are searching for ways to reduce these expenses without sacrificing access to their favorite shows and movies. The solution? Ad-supported streaming tiers. Now, Amazon's Prime Video is joining the crowd. While everyone who had been subscribed to Prime Video will automatically be converted to the "with ads" plan, we thought we’d look at some other popular services that offer a less expensive tier for viewers willing to sit through the occasional commercial break for ads. Some are definitely better than others and understanding which services provide a seamless ad experience can greatly improve your streaming satisfaction while also being kind to your wallet.
Pre-Vacation Home Checklist For The Winter Months
Taking a vacation in the winter is a perfect way to thaw out and brighten up your disposition. Trading in long nights and freezing days for sunshine and warm tropical breezes is the ultimate remedy for the winter blues. Before you rush out of your home and start chasing the sunshine, however, there are several steps you need to take to ensure your home is safe in the winter while you are away.
How Long Until Food Goes Bad In The Freezer?
Freezing leftovers and any perishable food item you don’t plan on using immediately is a great way to preserve freshness. Food lasts longer in the freezer than it does in the refrigerator, and often tastes just as good once it is properly thawed. While food might last for upwards of months in the freezer, it doesn’t last forever. How long should you store food in the freezer before it goes bad?
Diverse Dining Rooms: Creating A Multi-Functional Space
The idea of a dedicated dining room has changed dramatically over the years. The evolution of dining rooms has led to many current homes not having one. Instead, people turn dining rooms into multi-functional spaces that serve as home offices, gyms, playrooms, libraries, and more.
Exploring DIRECTV's Live TV Streaming Service
The way we watch our favorite shows and movies has gone through a remarkable transformation, thanks to the rise of streaming services and smart TVs. Traditional television providers have had to adapt to this changing landscape or be left behind. DIRECTV is no exception. They have made the transition from satellite broadcasting to streaming services with their offering called DIRECTV Stream.
Can I Paint The Outside Of My Home In The Winter?
The winter isn’t the ideal season to accomplish your outdoor projects. Landscaping, gardening, and exterior work are often scheduled for the spring and fall months when the weather is more suitable. But sometimes work needs to be done in a given time frame, which means you need to accomplish projects like painting your home’s exterior in the middle of the coldest season. But is it a good idea to paint the outside of your home in the winter?
12 Ways To Organize And Declutter Your Home This Winter
If you resolved to be more organized this year or currently find yourself living in a home filled with clutter, then the winter is the perfect time to do something about it. The weather outside might be frigid, but inside your home, there is plenty of work you can do. However, organizing your home and ridding it of clutter can feel overwhelming, which is why it is best if you accomplish this goal one task at a time.
How Long Does It Take For Pipes To Unfreeze?
Frozen pipes are an expensive nightmare. Your pipes may unfreeze quickly, but the anxiety that they may burst is awful. So, how long does it take for pipes to unfreeze?