Steam Your Way to Spot-Free Wine Glasses
Photo: Elena Veselova (Shutterstock) Drinking wine is fun—the classy kind of fun—and nothing ruins classy fun like grimy little smudges and spots. If I’m serving wine to friends, family, and/or…
Maybe You Should Buy a Moissanite Engagement Ring Instead of a Diamond
Photo: ileana_bt (Shutterstock) Marriage and diamonds are just a few of the things that millennials have been accused of killing. But while it’s not really accurate to say that millennials…
6 Clever Ways You Should Be Using Beeswax Around the House
Photo: P-fotography (Shutterstock) For repairs and maintenance of tools and furniture, beeswax is a versatile, natural, and low-waste option that can be used as a lubricant, a protective coating, and…
Can Aluminum Foil Really Protect Your Home in a Fire?
Last week, as the Caldor Fire swept through the area around Lake Tahoe, one viral story emerged as a beacon of hope: A cabin that appeared to be wrapped in…
You Should Bring a Ball on Dryer Lint on Your Next Camping Trip
Photo: Lysenko Andrii (Shutterstock) The best part of any camping trip is the campfire, but if you aren’t an expert at arranging your logs and kindling, building one can be…
The Best Way to Pack a Cooler
Photo: LightField Studios (Shutterstock) There are few things more disappointing in the height of summer than pulling a lukewarm beer or spoiled food out of your cooler. Truly keeping food…
The Difference Between ‘Waterproof’ and ‘Water Resistant’
Photo: monte_foto (Shutterstock) When shopping for electronics, outerwear, watches, or building materials, you’ve probably noticed that some products are labeled “waterproof” while others are “water resistant.” While both offer better…
How to Safely Dispose of Old Gasoline
Photo: Ko Backpacko (Shutterstock) If you’ve been storing gasoline (hopefully not in plastic bags or other random containers), it’s important to know that it can go bad, and after a…
For the Love of God Please Don’t Put Gasoline in Random Containers
Photo: Nakantee (Shutterstock) Desperate times call for desperate measures, but if there is a shortage of gasoline in your area, that is not a good reason to fill water bottles…
How to Get Rid of Glue Stains on Fabric and Carpet
Photo: Nor Gal (Shutterstock) Glue is the household workhorse that has gotten us out of countless jams. From giving us the chance to salvage items we thought were broken forever,…