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13 Natural Cleaning Products That Really Work
When it comes to natural cleaning products, many folks are skeptical as to how effective they actually are. We know products with harsh chemicals get the job done, but on the other hand, we want to keep potentially toxic ingredients out of our homes — especially if we have little ones or four-legged friends. As…
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9 Computers That Will Be a Breeze for Seniors to Use
Technology can be … challenging to say the least — particularly for those in the more mature stages of life. Finding the best computer for seniors isn’t as easy as going into an electronics store and choosing the one you like the look of best. There are a lot of technical things to consider when…
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Why You Should Stop Using Dryer Sheets ASAP — and What to Swap Them With
For many people, dryer sheets have become a regular part of the laundry process. You just throw them in with your clothes and linens and then let your appliance do the rest of the work. However, it may be time to retire them — and switch over to a completely different product for good. According…
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6 Clever Home Hacks for a New Year’s Spruce-Up
When the New Year arrives and the time comes to retire the Christmas decorations, not only can your house seem a bit bare, but it can also feel a little shabbier. Often, once the lights and decorations are put away, blemishes on the paintwork and clutter around your home seem more obvious than ever. With…
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8 Design Mistakes That Make Your Home Look Cluttered
Do you often spend hours cleaning your home but never really achieve the clean and clutter-free space you were hoping for? There are several factors — or “clutter culprits” as we like to call them — that could be making your home feel messy and disjointed. From colors that clash to poor lighting, it’s not…
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How to Take Care of Your Fiddle Leaf Fig
The fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata or FLF for short) can surely be ranked as the houseplant of the decade. Its popularity seems perennially strong thanks to social media, glossy magazines, and savvy interior decorators. Originally from West Africa, the trees can grow to between 30 and 50 feet, so it’s important to remember it’s…
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Making Beautifully Scented Candles at Home Is So Much Easier (and Cheaper!) Than You Think
You can’t beat lighting a beautifully scented candle to wind down as part of your self-care routine or during winter time. But if you’re someone who buys candles quite frequently, you’ll know they don’t always come cheap. Making your own candles is fun, can help cut your regular candle costs and is a great way to create something completely personal to…
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Need a Break from Constant Cleaning? This New Vacuum Will Also Scrub and Mop Your Floors for You
Did you know that on average, people spend a half an hour every week vacuuming their floors? That may not seem like such a big deal, but when you add it up, it means most of us will spend the equivalent of 60-something days vacuuming over the course of our lifetimes. That’s more than two…
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11 Dirty Places in Your Home You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean
Most of us clean everyday just by doing the dishes, wiping down the counters, or taking out the trash. But the reason these things are done so frequently is because they’re visible. So what about the things that are less obvious? Keep reading to discover 11 dirty places around your home you’re probably forgetting to…
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5 Best Inflatable Couches That Let You Get Comfy Anywhere
Inflatable lounging furniture is suddenly everywhere — in yards, parks, and even parking lots! Why? Maybe because, with the COVID-19 pandemic still making it difficult to socialize indoors, people are looking for ways to get comfortable visiting with each other outside, where the risk of transmitting the virus is lessened. If you want to spend…