Robot Vacuum Maintenance Most People Forget (Mine Almost Died)
My robot vacuum started acting drunk. It would spin in circles, bump into the same wall six times, and then […]
Start Seedlings Indoors Without Expensive Grow Lights or Equipment
My first attempt at starting seeds indoors was a disaster. I spent $80 on a grow light setup, heating mats, […]
Carpet Cleaners That Handle High-Traffic Homes With Pets
We have a golden retriever. Golden retrievers have two coats of fur, produce an astonishing amount of dirt from their […]
Dust Your Curtains Without Taking Them Down (I Do This Every Month)
My living room curtains had not been cleaned in eighteen months. I am not proud of this. I just kept […]
Clean Your Phone the Right Way Without Damaging the Screen or Ports
My phone fell face-down on a public bathroom floor. I will let that sentence sit for a moment. I picked […]
Turn Your Old Phone Into Something Actually Useful (Not Just a Paperweight)
“You should sell it.” That is what everyone says about old phones. But my four-year-old Android was worth maybe $40 […]
Fire Pit Safety Tips Every Backyard Needs Before You Light That First Fire
My neighbor Dave lit his fire pit on a windy October evening. An ember landed on his cedar shake roof. […]
Deep Clean Your Mattress Without Harsh Chemicals
I spilled an entire cup of coffee on my mattress at 6 a.m. on a Tuesday. Not a little splash […]
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror Without Studs (And Without It Falling)
My wife bought a 40-pound framed mirror at an estate sale. It was beautiful — ornate gold frame, beveled glass, […]
I Switched Phone Plans and Saved $480 a Year Without Losing Coverage
My Verizon bill was $82 a month. Unlimited data. I told myself I needed it. I traveled for work sometimes. […]