The idea of fabric softeners is great. Who doesn’t want softer clothing and sheets? You don’t. And your little kids …
14 Mind Blowing Tool Hacks
Some of these are very nifty, I love the removing a nail and keeping the wall clean hack. The music …
Turn that old fold-up table into a fancy dining table
Aside from some wood, all you’ll need are an old banquet table, a drop cloth, a miter saw, a drill …
5 Ways Fuel-Injected Lawn Tractors Will Change How You Mow
The term “fuel-injected engine” is most closely tied to engines for high-performance cars – both on the road and on …
California did something right (for once?)
Many of us dream of a retirement career that satisfies our inner needs rather than our physical ones. Like Mark Stambler …
8 DIY Laundry room solutions for under $400
Short on time, space and patience when it comes to the laundry room. Do what this woman did (or a …
1 in 5 Brits can’t change a lightbulb or boil an egg – how do you think the US would fare?
A British insurance company, Aviva, just released their annual Home Report which detailed, among numerous findings about how people do work around …
Portable chainsaw mill
Great resource for hobbyists and people with remote woods. You can mill logs into boards and beams with your own …
Wow! Spiders are HUNGRY. Let’s hope they never develop a taste for US!
Spiders are everywhere. Every house has them. Don’t deceive yourself, they are there. We have all been disgusted to learn …
DIY solution to serious mouse or rat problem
I’m not so worried about mice outside – although as I always think that mice = snakes I’m happiest when they’re …
Fashion footwear made from recycled bottles
Who doesn’t hate litter and pollution? Plastic water bottles are the bane of many beauty spots. As the guys say …
This new material is stronger than steel AND more versatile than duct tape
Meet Braeön – The World’s Strongest and Most Adaptable Material It’s tested & proven to withstand extreme force and conditions. LITERALLY as …
How We Destroyed Indoor Plumbing
Should the federal government be monitoring the length of your shower? The Obama administration funded a study at the University of …
How Florida is upping its python game.
Two University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural wildlife biologists are using tribesmen from India and Labrador Retrievers to …
An Egg-cellent Apron: Free Crochet Pattern
AN EGG-CELLENT APRON Like to crochet? Keep hens? Heart Hook Home is giving away a free crochet pattern for this …
Cornflour starch and lace = Bathroom privacy
Easy peasy DIY way to keep your bathroom light and spare your blushes. No need for fitted drapes or blinds.
Guys, I need your expert help. What are these things?
Yesterday we buried my father-in-law. He was 95 and had served in WWII so he was given a military send-off. It …
Make your home improvements pay YOU with these tax rewards
Where to find rebates, tax credits and rewards for energy-efficient home improvements (BPT) – If you’re planning to make some …
Computerized toilets – In Japan it’s a thing!
As I just discovered, toilets in Japan are generally more elaborate than toilets in other developed nations. There are two styles …
What to Consider When Purchasing a Utility Tractor
(Family Features) From a few acres of suburban sprawl to large properties in rural regions, building, mowing, digging and transporting …
How To Make Paper Fire Bricks / Fire Logs from Recycled Paper
This method makes very dense paper bricks from all paper waste. You’ll need a couple of buckets, a couple of …
For a few $$ you make your bathroom useable for old and disabled
This video starts off with an explanation of the technology and then shows all the way this suction cup grab …
Make your own coconut oil toothpaste & deodorant
So the craze for coconut oil has spilled over into oral hygiene. Have you heard of oil pulling? You swirl …
Neat oven cleaning trick with soda and vinegar
Quick and simple. Basic ingredients = cheap and easy on your skin. What you need: Baking soda Water Vinegar Sponge or …
How to stop a new-style toilet from running
My toilet has been running for a while. Not all the time but now and again. This means (usually) that …
Defeat crooks, stupidity and the weather this Christmas
Be safe this Christmas, especially if you’re away from home. Here are some helpful tips: 1. Be aware of your …
This homemade Christmas tree food keeps your tree fresh and your kids and pets safe
You love live Christmas trees. But you hate watching it turn brown and vacuuming up needles. You wish you could …
Starting Your Smart Home Transformation
(Family Features) With the aid of modern technology, it’s now possible to convert virtually any ordinary house into a smart …
Take Precautions to Be Safe this Holiday Season
(Family Features) Although good tidings and joy abound during the holiday season, this time of year can also pose a …