You Can Get This Kodak Film Scanner for $170
Image: Kodak Old media doesn’t need to waste away in a box. Instead, you can convert them into digital files about as easily as you’d scan any other photo. The…
The Best and Worst Places to Keep Your Luggage at Home
Photo: Katia Seniutina (Shutterstock) Though it’s a necessity when you’re traveling, once you’re back at home, luggage basically sits there taking up valuable space until you need it again. It…
This Cheap DIY Air Purifier Actually Works
Photo: elena.tres (Shutterstock) Unless you live in a fire-prone area, air purifiers used to be somewhat of an odd home appliance you might encounter when visiting friends who have furry…
Here’s When Fixing Your Washing Machine Makes More Sense
Photo: New Africa (Shutterstock) Your parents are right: They don’t make appliances built to last anymore. So when your washing machine breaks down, or it becomes clear that it’s starting…
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Buying a New Dryer
When my wife and I bought our first house, the feature we were most excited about was the laundry. The machines in the house were ancient, but after years of…
Why You Probably Shouldn’t Clean Your Dryer Vent With a Leaf Blower
Photo: Benjamin Clapp (Shutterstock) You should be cleaning your dryer vent about once a year, and while it can be a slightly inconvenient task, it’s important to know that the…
You Can ‘Dust’ Curtains in Your Dryer
Photo: VanoVasaio (Shutterstock) Curtains can go a long way toward making a room feel homier, while helping to regulate the amount of natural light coming in. But given that they’re…
All the Ways You’re Risking a House Fire (Without Realizing It)
According to the National Fire Protection Associations, there were 51% fewer home fires in the U.S. in 2020 than in 1980. That’s encouraging, but it’s just not good enough for…
Please Do Not Try to Sharpen Your Blender Blades With Eggshells
I don’t use my standard blender all that much, unless I need to puree a soup. I use my immersion blender on a weekly basis, mostly to make dressings, sauces,…
Where You Install Smoke Detectors Really Matters
Photo: KANOWA (Shutterstock) Having smoke detectors with working batteries placed throughout your home is an important component of fire safety, but in order for them to be most effective, it…