Tag: Home Living

Posted on 03/17/2024

Distractions: How to keep your work-from-home life productive

When you work from home, productive streaks can be...

Home Living

Productivity

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Posted on 11/12/2023

Bring These Homemade Lemon Bars to Your Next Potluck

If you need a dessert for a potluck, lemon bars might be the answer. A classic treat, lemon bars are both tart and sweet. They’re also easy to make in large quantities and cut into small pieces for sharing. While it might seem intimidating to make them from scratch, the process is simple and the ingredients are relatively...

Gatherings

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Posted on 11/05/2023

Dishes for party guests: What to bring

Attending a potluck or picnic-style party can be a great...

Party

Snacks

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Posted on 10/01/2023

Polka Dot Plants & Other Colorful Houseplants Safe for Pets

Growing indoor plants can be incredibly rewarding and enhance the aesthetics of your home. However, it's important to know which plants are safe for every member of your household to be around. While many attractive and popular houseplants are toxic to pets and humans, there are plenty you can grow indoors safely, like polka dot plants. Here are...

Home Living

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Posted on 06/25/2023

Essential Tips for Growing the Solomon's Seal Plant

Solomon's seal is a North American native plant popular in shady gardens. The elegant stems and small flowers spread out to cover the ground to create a lush, woodland setting in any yard. If you're interested in growing Solomon's seal in your own garden, here are some essential care tips to know: Light Solomon's seal plants natural environment...

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Posted on 07/10/2022

Bleach vs. Alcohol: Which is Best Used When

Disinfectants are an integral part of every home’s arsenal. Whether you opt for more traditional disinfectants or prefer less abrasive versions, there are a few key points to remember. Here are the basic dos and don’ts of two of the most common disinfectants. Chlorine Bleach Most homeowners, renters and residents know that bleach has a plethora of uses....

Alcohol

Bleach

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Posted on 02/20/2022

Fire Pit: DIY Ideas to Light Up Your Outdoor Space

Having a backyard fire pit gives you a great place to sit around with family and friends on summer nights or cooler nights. Although fire pits are sold in many stores, building your own gives you more control over how it looks. You can design your own fire pit, construct it yourself, and set it up to use...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 01/02/2022

Smart Home: Ways to Integrate Lighting and Atmosphere

Smart lighting is available in many shades, colors, shapes and fixture sizes, which makes it easier to blend them into your day-to-day. With this technology, you can control multiple lights in a single room with bluetooth-enabled bulbs and experiment with various combinations. What Is Ambient Lighting? Ambient lighting refers to the first layer of light in the room,...

Atmosphere

Home Living

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Posted on 09/19/2021

Houseplants: Choosing the Right Indoor Grow Lights

Whether you’re growing microgreens or an herb garden, having an indoor grow light setup can take your efforts to the next level. With that move, your plants can get all they need to thrive and provide bountiful harvests. There are a few requirements for this type of project, however. You need the right bulbs, placement and runtimes to...

Growing Plants

Home Living

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Posted on 09/05/2021

Is VR Technology Right for You? Here's What to Consider

Photo by Sound On from Pexels Virtual reality, or VR, has increased in popularity and accessibility over the last few years. With multiple comparable devices and platforms available, what might have seemed like science fiction is now part of some peoples’ regular gaming routines. VR is something you can have in your own home and use anytime, but...

Home Technology

Gaming

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Posted on 09/20/2020

How to Lift Your Home's Mood with Aromatherapy

Photo by Seksak Kerdkanno via Pixabay Diffusing aromas in your home is a great way to settle in, relax and enjoy a fresh, clean scent that calms the nerves. How Do We Know Aromatherapy Works? Research gives us the scoop. Take lavender, for example. Research shows lavender: Eases nervousness much better than a placebo. Raises people's scientifically measured...

Home Living

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