Home & Garden

How much time does a person spend inside the bathroom? A 2016 Houzz study revealed that it could be 30 to 60 minutes, give or take, a day. It means that an American adult dedicates at least 60 hours of their lives here. Wouldn’t it be great to elevate the space into a mini-spa if […]

When the temperature drops, that’s the time you go inside and hunker down for warmth. It’s the same case during the pandemic, even if you’ve been at home the entire year. The only difference is that you turn on the thermostat or get a fire going. But what about your pets? Typically, your pet might

During this pandemic, people have resorted to gardening as their past time. Even those who didn’t have space for it found new ways to grow their plants within the confined space of their apartments. In addition to this, because of imposed quarantines in many cities, people have also resorted to growing their own produce right

Pet dander exists about anywhere there’s a warm and fuzzy critter in your home. And just about anything with dander can potentially bring down any person susceptible to allergic reactions. But it’s not about the hair or the dandruff-like dander that we see in some pets that cause allergies. A particular protein found in the dander

Every day, regular household activities such as cleaning and cooking generate gases that make the quality of indoor air deteriorate. When there are pollutants floating around the house, it can lead to respiratory symptoms such as coughing and sneezing. However, there are far more sinister substances that may be present inside your house and may

If the events of recent years are anything to go by, we’re in for some difficult times ahead. The cost of living seems to be steadily increasing, and competition for good jobs is tougher than ever. Meanwhile, we’re all dealing with complex events such as climate change and the pandemic, whose effects can be adverse

Home improvements are such an excellent idea, especially if you’re into DIYs. However, most people think you need a hefty load of funds to make any worthwhile renovation projects become a reality. Although most home repair and improvement are expensive, some cool ideas are considerably cheap. So, if you’re trying to decide what renovation projects

Decks and overhead structures, such as pergolas and bare sheds, require posts that will support the structure’s framing. And it’s important to keep in mind that these posts should be set in a proper foundation or footing. A footing is a tight space that has been dug into the ground and filled with concrete. Footings

In the age where we cannot just attend open houses along with other prospective buyers, it is not exactly a walk in the park to look for a new place to live in. Having to move at a time like this may sound like a definite no, but there are actually some people who decided

Tackling home repairs on your own can be a rewarding experience. DIY projects are an excellent opportunity to save homeowners money, learn something new, and hone their skills. However, though it may sound empowering, there are home repair tasks you should never do yourself. Trying to take these on your own can lead to costly