How to Fix a Broken String of Christmas Lights
Photo: amipi (Shutterstock) Generally speaking, technology is improving all the time. And yet, strings of holiday lights—whether they’re for an indoor tree, or the outside of a house—never seem to…
How to Spot Fake Brand-Name Tools Sold Online
Photo: mihalec (Shutterstock) Whether you’re in the market for tools for yourself, or to give to others as gifts, you’re probably keeping an eye out for sales and special offers—especially…
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 and When to Drain a Pool
Photo: Phoderstock (Shutterstock) The upside to having a pool in your backyard is that you have a freakin’ pool in your own backyard! As in, steps away from where you…