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Freshen your bathroom with non-toxic Toilet Bowl Bombs made to clean your toilet – without scrubbing! Forget about scrubbing the toilet! These toilet bowl cleaners do all the work for you. Use them to remove stains and deflect tough odors in minutes. They’re easy to make and use all-natural ingredients to help keep your bathroom clean […]
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Once you finish your paper towel rolls, don’t throw them away! There are so many nifty ways you can transform a simple cardboard roll into beautiful decorative pieces and storage utilities for your home. Organize Your Cords I hate it when the cords under my desk and behind my television get so messed up and […]
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Summer comes with beautiful weather, seasonal fruits, and blooming flowers. But it also has a major drawback: the insects. They are unavoidable whether you’re outside or even inside your own home. While bug traps and sprays often do the trick, you can also try a natural approach that spruces up your home at the same […]
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Many of us shop at the Dollar Store because it’s inexpensive and convenient. In one place you can find birthday cards, wrapping paper, decorations, kitchen supplies, and much more. The best part is, all of it can be yours for mere pocket change. Unfortunately, some of these items come at a cost. A health cost, […]
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Written By: Mary Grace, Free Lance Writer This article was originally posted on May 15, 2017, and has since been updated. Finding a mattress that supports your spine is only the beginning. Even the most supportive and comfortable mattresses can pose a different set of risks to your health in the form of allergens and […]
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The old saying goes: those who live in a glass house shouldn’t throw stones. But they never said anything about fruits and vegetables. For one family in Sweden, living in a glass house is a reality. Well, sort of. They actually built a greenhouse around their home! A Greenhouse to a Green Home Charles Sacilotto […]
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Did you know that saying you have a dust allergy is just a nicer way of saying you’re allergic to the proteins and feces produced by dust mites? Did you also know that dust mites feast on the dead skin cells and hair cells you should onto your bed sheets as you sleep? Get ready for […]
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If you’re looking for a way to turn your life upside down, look no further: upside-down houses are the interactive attraction you didn’t know you needed! The Upside(down) of life All over the world, engineers, architects, and artists are building upside down homes. These are not designed for actually living in, but rather are an […]
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As most of the northern hemisphere moves into its coldest months of the year, heating systems are being turned on and in many cases space heaters are being pulled out of storage. According to firefighters, these are one item that you should never plug into a power strip. Space Heaters: The Item You Should Never […]
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Originally from Sri Lanka and South India, lemongrass is a common herb that is grown around the world [1]. Sometimes referred to as citronella (though they are different), it is a tall, stalky plant that tastes and smells like lemon, and is often used in Thai cooking. Aside from its application in cooking, however, lemongrass […]
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Everyone used to keep close tabs at their local Blockbuster video. You’d either wait until your favorite movies were released or just head over to peruse the countless shelves of VHS and DVDs. ‘Renting a movie’ was more often than not a fun experience, and a memorable part of some people’s childhoods. It was almost […]
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The housing situation in the UK is dire. Not only is there widespread homelessness, but people with low incomes also can’t afford payments every month. [1] People graduating from university and embarking into adult life, for example, do not have the resources to live on their own. However, this former Rolls-Royce engineer came up with a solution […]
