Growing up, I lived in a 100-year-old home. It had the typical dark, damp, and very unfinished basement, complete with a random, singular toilet in one corner of the basement floor. I never paid this toilet much attention as we of course did not use it, but when I became an adult and started renovating … Read more
When it comes to kitchen storage, we often overlook a valuable and often underestimated space – the cabinets located above your refrigerator. These cabinets can be a hidden gem for decluttering your kitchen and making the most of every inch of storage space. Store Small Kitchen Appliances One of the most common uses for the … Read more
Just picture it: you are in the bathroom, perhaps brushing your teeth, or maybe you are just being, and suddenly you look over and see it. Something…pink? Not bubble gum pink. More like strange, slimy streaky pink, by the drain. Or maybe the bottom edge of the shower curtain. Or even in that little hidey … Read more
If you own a dog, you already know there are those inevitable times when you have to leave your pup home alone. Between work and other outings, it’s nearly impossible to bring your dog everywhere. But how long is too long to leave your dog at home by themselves? The acceptable time period may be … Read more
So, you’re strolling through the grocery store, minding your own business, maybe going for the usual Coke (because, you know, you have your usual Coke)—and then you look down at the bottle. The cap. It’s yellow. Not the usual red, not black, not some seasonal promotion thing—simply bright yellow, like your soda is suddenly wearing … Read more
A few U.S. dollar bills bear strange marks — small stamps, pentagrams or a small pair of initials not found on the official symbol. People call them chop marks, and they bear witness to a global journey through foreign markets and money exchanges. What Are Chop Marks? Chop marks are small, clipped symbols stamped on U.S. bills … Read more
Going to Sunday service in a mid-century Protestant congregation likely lingers in your mind. Perhaps because of the small box of wood that was attached to the back of the pew. It did not have a lid. There were holes evenly spaced across the top, and the compartment beneath those holes held cups, and the … Read more
A dusty attic and a secret safe That was in the late 1970s. You’re with your grandparents, searching through the attic of their old Victorian home in a quiet suburb. The dust fills the air, and each breath carries nostalgia. As you walk, you feel something hard below the tattered carpet. Curiosity kicks in. You tug at the tattered fabric … Read more
In the quest for home safety, here’s a clever and easy trick gaining popularity: wrapping your door handle with aluminum foil. It might sound simple, but it can add an extra layer of protection against burglaries, offering both a quiet warning and a way to deter intruders. When you leave your house or go to … Read more
Choosing the perfect island color after installing your countertops can completely transform your kitchen from standard to stunning. With Sherwin-Williams Extra White gracing the rest of your cabinetry, adding just the right pop of color to your island is the key to creating balance, depth, and personality in your space. Let’s explore how each of … Read more