Home & Garden

Memory Foam Mattress Vs Regular Innerspring Mattress?

invalid@example.com (lolo) — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 08:43:15 +0000

I have a good sleep but my wife always can't sleep well if I frequently change my position,so I'm looking for a new mattress but I was wondering if buying a

.I searched both of them from the site but both of them look good for health,are there any differences between the memory foam...

If You Have These Vegetables On Your Garden, Their Leaves Are Edible!

invalid@example.com (Beast_Titan) — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 04:29:01 +0000

There are so many plants growing in the US with edible leaves but Americans ignore. If you have these veggies on your garden, you won't need to buy leafy greens again.

Sweet Potato- Potato leaves are poisonous so don't eat them. Sweet potato leaves on the other hand is edible! Young sweet potato leaves can be eaten raw for salads while older leaves can replace spinach!

Sunflowers- the leaves of sunflowers can be made to make green juice. It is also a good alternative to spinach.

Taro-...

How Often Do You Replace Your Kitchen Sponges?

invalid@example.com (Diane Lane) — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 03:53:49 +0000

This is something I'm vigilant about. I've noticed the quality of kitchen sponges seems to have deteriorated over the years, and they don't last as long as they used to. I think they seem to get slimy quickly, despite using vinegar on them, or sometimes lemon juice or even bleach. I tend to replace mine every two weeks, and I keep sponges for washing the pet dishes and also for cleaning the sinks. I've tried using cloths, but they seem even worse, and also can be unwieldy, and make more of a...

Do You Ever Use A Clothesline?

invalid@example.com (Ke Gordon) — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 03:48:13 +0000

People don't use clotheslines in this development, but I have a deck that backs to the woods and I sometimes will put out towels or sheets on the back rail and let them air dry so I can save money on dryer costs. The only problem is that the end up stiff., and not soft like the dryer makes clothes. I wonder if a clothesline would keep the clothes from getting so stiff..

Wood Or Pvc-u Window Frames - Which Do You Have/prefer

invalid@example.com (mbuzma) — Sat, 29 Jan 2022 03:44:28 +0000

Which do you have/prefer ?

I have PVC windows in my house since they were actually cheaper, and I thought that the plastic would be more durable since wood can rot. However, I have read on another site that the plastic also degrades over time. Not sure if that's true, and if so, to what extent it degrades, but I would appreciate some opinions on this matter.

Learning How To Fix Things On Your Own

invalid@example.com (gracer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 09:30:51 +0000

Hello everyone!

With everything easily available on the internet nowadays, even troubleshooting things that need fixing at home can be learned through YouTube. This can be helpful when it comes to savings from hiring someone to fix things for you.

With this in mind, I'm curious if you guys ever tried learning some home troubleshooting skills on the web. Have they been effective in helping you fix things at home?

Using Rugs

invalid@example.com (Theo) — Wed, 02 Jan 2019 07:36:16 +0000

Recently I have noticed many discount stores selling large rugs at cheap prices and have invested in a few to make the most of the aging carpet in the living room. They are much easier to clean and can also brighten up the room. In some cases they are better than buying new carpet and if there are any stains or spills, it is much easier to clean.

I never used to like them, but have found it is quicker to clean a rug properly than to vacuum a carpet.

What Should Be The Average Height Of Kitchen Countertop?

invalid@example.com (kylewalkerup) — Sat, 22 Dec 2018 10:00:14 +0000

The height of my wife is 5 feet and 6 inches and she has to do the work in the kitchen. I just wanted to know what should be the average height of the kitchen countertop and the kitchen cabinets?

What's With The Drawstring Garbage Bags ?

invalid@example.com (Normani Kordei) — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 18:28:27 +0000

What's with the drawstring garbage bags ?I want to use it.What are the advantages?What is the difference between garbage bags？Is it easy to carry？Is it strong?

Christmas Feel Is In The Air. Do You Make Your Own Christmastree?

invalid@example.com (iamawriter) — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 03:29:47 +0000

I have a history of the various approaches to putting up our Christmas Tree. From a fresh one in the garden to the one created using bamboos. This was our best Christmas Tree. The finished product looked exotic as you will see in the image. We later went in for artificial trees and got the decorations from different sources starting from Singapore, US and China.
What's your story?

Cheap Ways To Decorate Your House?

invalid@example.com (Denis Hard) — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 16:26:02 +0000

Decorating a house can be costly especially if you hire some professional to do the job. It's better however to at all times attempt to do most of the decorating yourself.

Are there tips you can share that will help someone decorate their homes without having to spend much?

I'll get the ball rolling:

Find inexpensive art work and hang it on walls in the rooms. If you don't want to spend money on pictures you can find some good pictures on the net, enlarge then frame them if you...

How I Get Rid Of Ants In My House

invalid@example.com (Beast_Titan) — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 15:24:08 +0000

Borax is a very cheap material that you can buy in hardware stores. This powder is safe for humans because it is even used as an ingredients for slime which is a popular toys for kids.

If you mix Borax with either honey m maple syrup or a home made sugar syrup and place it to the places close to ants, Ants will take it home as food. They will even feed it to their queen. Once the ants ate the sweetened borax powder, the ants will die. Your house will be ants free!...

Suggestions For Cooking Without A Stove

invalid@example.com (MissLibby) — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 12:52:05 +0000

Our stove quit working and for various reasons we are thinking about just buying small kitchen appliances for cooking instead of buying a new stove. We're planning on purchasing an electric skillet, hotplate and a toaster oven to begin with. I was wondering if anyone fixes meals this way and if you have any suggestions for the best small appliances to get.

Big Concrete Tiles Vs Cemented Ground

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 17:02:08 +0000

We were fixing the vacant lot beside our property to serve as an open parking. And instead of cementing the ground, we had decided on buying the big concrete tiles that can carry the weight of the car. We saw this in one shopping center and I think it’s not just cute but also convenient. All we have to do is to lay out the tiles on the ground and that’s it. If it needed moving then it can be. With the cement, it is permanent and there is no way that it can be moved.

Rechargeable Solar Lamp Not Good

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 06:12:35 +0000

We bought a rechargeable lamp a few weeks back. That is useful when a typhoon would cause power outage. We have an old one so we bought another for a backup. After plugging in the socket for 1 day, it’s running good with the white light for 4 hours. That’s pretty good. But when I tested the solar charger, hmm, it’s not charging at all. I left it under the sun for 3 hours and when I turned it on, the power lasted for just a few seconds. Clearly, that solar charging function is fake.

Your Tips On Kitchen Savings

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 06:21:21 +0000

What I can share is only my experience. In the marketing of ingredients, I make a thorough computation of the amount I would need, from the main ingredient like meat or fish, from the garnishings of vegetables and even for sauteing needs of garlic and onions. When cooking, I use the right size of pot or pan depending on the amount of food I will cook. Small amount needs a small pot, right? And a smaller pot requires a smaller amount of heat. In this age of non-stick pans, cooking oil is not...

Gardeners : do you ever feel your vegetables are laughing at you?

invalid@example.com (burdianex) — Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:44:45 +0000

Recent research has shown that vegetables have a sense of humour - especially the horseradish.

A Venus Fly Trap

invalid@example.com (NinetyEighty1) — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 09:36:42 +0000

How much in general is a venus fly trap and how difficult is it to care for. I'm not that much into plant life but the venus fly trap has always caught my interest for a long while. How much does it cost to care for one?

What Do Prefer - Gas, Electric Or Combination?

invalid@example.com (Ray1) — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 23:32:23 +0000

I have seen different cooking methods as my grandmother used cooking coal and firewood. My mother used gas for cooking food. And now we have gas back in my country besides an induction cook-top. At my present location we have choice of a gas range as well electric range and can chose either. I am used to gas though so preferred renting a house with gas connection. By the way we have electric for water heating system, AC and dish washing and gas for oven and cooking. Please share what you...

Indoor Plants

invalid@example.com (gracer) — Sun, 26 Nov 2017 03:02:17 +0000

I'm lucky to have a husband who also appreciates indoor plants as much as I do. We usually grow them out first on our outdoor garden and when they're finally looking good for indoor stay, we finally transfer them in. We bring them out every weekend for a doze of sunshine and watering and they seem to be doing great.

My dad on the other hand is the kind of person who doesn't appreciate these kind of ornaments. He doesn't want indoor plants so I basically lived in a plainly designed house...

Green thumb

invalid@example.com (Libragirl67) — Sat, 25 Nov 2017 06:57:40 +0000

How many of you are expert gardeners? I love to garden in the summer but I just do not have a green thumb. I do not plant vegetables. I stick mainly to plants. That I try to grow from the little seed packets. Does anyone have any pointers for me? How can I become a better gardener?

Shopping for perennials

invalid@example.com (Zapped) — Sat, 25 Nov 2017 05:43:31 +0000

I am sick and tired of planting flowers every year. I have finally decided that it is time to plant perennials. That way I don't have to plant every year, just weed. I hope some of you pros know who is going to have the best prices on perennials this spring. I was also hopping to get tips on which perennials to plant. The area gets about half a day of sun and the dirt is pretty healthy. There is a slug issue, but that's another story. Any advice welcome!

Another Great Way To Save Money

invalid@example.com (Denis Hard) — Sat, 25 Nov 2017 00:15:03 +0000

So this is one isn't about saving money because you are growing your veggies and maybe some fruits.

Gardening is a good form of exercising. It is a proven fact that someone can get as much exercise as someone working out in a gym. Yeah, there is a difference but unless you are an aspiring body-builder, you'll get enough exercise to stay fit and healthy.

So when...

Expensive seeds vs. Dollar store

invalid@example.com (jleadbet) — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 23:31:03 +0000

I've had people tell me I should only buy name brand seeds from reputable companies, but the seeds in the dollar store or at Walmart are so much cheaper. I've always had pretty good success with my cheap seeds. I'm looking to do a big garden this year, and if better seeds will help I'll make the investment. Has anyone used expensive seeds and thought they were worth it?

Salt As A Weed Killer In The Garden

invalid@example.com (remnant) — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 21:00:05 +0000

Salt has properties that dessicate or dry substances by removing water
from them. This quality makes it to be an effective weed killer when
dissolved in water in its concentrated form. Its as cheap as it comes
and not detrimental to beneficial organisms like bees

Heirloom Tomatoes

invalid@example.com (deecee) — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 01:53:18 +0000

There is a lady in the town where I live that sells heirloom tomato seeds. She has dozens of types of tomatoes from all over the world. Are you a fan of heirlooms?

Security At Home

invalid@example.com (remnant) — Sun, 19 Nov 2017 15:33:58 +0000

Many people hire security guards to guard their goods and institutions
and can be quite expensive while others go through an elaborate and
oft expensive process of acquiring a licensed gun in my country.
Passive security is cheaper because it acts as a deterrent, for
instance installing electric fences and layered fences. Personally, I
bolt my door at night to look as he I am not present as well as having
a shrub over the window to fever any monitoring.

Odd Jobs Around The Home, Who Does Them?

invalid@example.com (littlewitch66) — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 01:28:56 +0000

Do you have someone who can do odd jobs around the home like a husband, partner or friend? Calling a tradesman out can be very expensive so it's good if you know someone who can do it cheaply or for no cost at all. Maybe you are able to do it yourself.

Who carries out your plumbing/electrical/plastering or other jobs around the house?

Toaster Over Vs Toaster

invalid@example.com (purplepen88) — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 01:26:01 +0000

So we just remodelled our kitchen and I can't decide if I want another toaster oven or just go with a toaster. I know toaster would take up less room on my counter but I like the convenience of not having to turn on the oven if I want to bake few chicken fingers for my son's lunch. In terms of cost, I've noticed that toaster ovens can get quite expensive now. What do you like?

Garden Lighting.

invalid@example.com (luckycharm) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 23:57:41 +0000

Do you use lighting in your garden. Nowadays there are many solar powered garden lights available online which automatically shuts off and starts recharging during day times. When it becomes dark it switches on automatically. They are weather proof too.

I was planning to buy a garden light for my front yard garden. But I wonder if it will attract any pests due to lighting. Have you used any garden lights ever and do you recommend this?

Cheap and profitable hobbies

invalid@example.com (Gelsemium) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 06:34:17 +0000

How do you spend your free time, spending money or making money? I think we are entitled to our rest, but at the same time we can be smart and do something cheap that benefit us, like for example growing a garden, that keeps us entertained and also produces food for us to eat.

What do you do in your free times?

Urban Gardening

invalid@example.com (gracer) — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 23:25:15 +0000

I've been contemplating on turning our backyard into an urban garden soon. I gained the inspiration to try and learn how to create an urban garden from my dad's 75-year-old friend who's still very healthy and attentive despite his age. He says his secret is his years of intake of organic food.

I have heard a lot of positive heath effects of organic food but in our area, the amount of these products are double the price of the regular ones. More and more people are now turning to organic...

Unexpected Expensive Bills Around The Home

invalid@example.com (littlewitch66) — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 04:01:15 +0000

Sometimes we all need to get something fixed that we are not expecting and it can cost a lot. Maybe the heating breaks down or there will be a water leak. I recently had a plumber's bill that I was not expecting and although I have paid it, it has left me short.

How do you cope with large unexpected bills that crop up from time to time?

Could You Make A Campervan Your Permanent Home?

invalid@example.com (littlewitch66) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 01:14:41 +0000

I have a single male friend who is temporarily living in his campervan because his house has been severely flooded and he cannot live there at the moment. He says he is enjoying it so much that he is thinking of selling his house once it is rectified and living in his campervan permanently. It is much cheaper than owning a house and will save him a fortune although he works and will have to find a permanent site if he sells his house.

Obviously this would not be ideal for anyone who has a...

Spraying Weeds

invalid@example.com (remnant) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:01:05 +0000

The growth of weeds is inevitable especially during the rainy season.
In fertile lands, the weeds are so pervasive that manual removal is a
costly and labour intensive affair. Its therefore economical to use
chemical or organic sprays. They cover large areas and kill the weeds
at minimum expense.

Unclogging The Sink

invalid@example.com (Corzhens) — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 05:41:04 +0000

The handyman in our old town advised us to pour drano to unclog the sink in the morning. That is to make sure that there is no excess water so the drano can work more effectively. And for best measure, pour half of the 225 ml bottle and wait for 5 minutes before pouring the rest of the liquid.

And since the clogging of sink is normal here, I always have a stock of drain liquid so you can guess that it is good to buy when there is a promo - usually a buy-1-take-1 during the summer sale.

Used Water For Trees

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 04:58:07 +0000

Especially during summer, plants and trees need more water to counter the excessive evaporation due to the simmering heat of the sun. A day cannot pass without watering the plants otherwise they will wither and die. But often, trees are neglected. In our home, used water is saved for the trees. Especially the water used to rinse the clothes, it is very good for watering the trees. We also make use of water for rinsing dishes. As much as possible, during summer, we don’t let used water do...

Vinegar for Cleaning

invalid@example.com (soultakerkage) — Sat, 04 Nov 2017 21:08:09 +0000

I hear a lot of recommendations online about using Vinegar for cleaning. Anyone actually try this. If so, how do you use it? I very interesting in hear different way people have used vinegar.

Building A House - Concrete Vs Wood

invalid@example.com (Corzhens) — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 13:58:22 +0000

For the modern house, it is classy to have wood for the materials. But for the lower middle class like our family, we would prefer concrete because it is much cheaper, durable and low cost maintenance. What more if there are termites in the area? Over here, it would be impractical to build a house made of wood because of the prevalence of termites. And building a concrete house is contributing to the betterment of the ecological system of the planet.

Home Remedy For Insect Bites And Sting

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 08:50:19 +0000

This is the prescription of the physician in our family. When you see rashes or reddish on your skin due to probably insect bites or sting, don’t apply ointment at once. Wash the affected part with soap and water. Better if you soap it for 1 minute for further cleansing. Dry it afterwards before applying apple cider vinegar. The acid of the vinegar will neutralize whatever venom or irritant there is in your skin.

How many people drink or use Wheat Grass?

invalid@example.com (makemoney22) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:22:26 +0000

So, now I can find out some online demographics, of how many of you either, one, juice Wheat Grass and consume it in a shot or a shake. Or two, how many of you use it in another form, such as, capsule, Wheat Grass powder or eat it freshly cut? I own a Wheat Grass and Micro Green's company to whom I produce for Wholefoods, the local Farmer's market, and on etsy.com.

I have found that online sale's is really what people want because, it is fast, quick and easy. The most important thing, is...

Home Made Manure For The Plants

invalid@example.com (moondebi) — Sat, 28 Oct 2017 06:51:01 +0000

I like to grow plants at my home, both at indoor and outdoor. For proper growth of plants, manuring is needed, once in every fortnight. However, couple of months back when I put manure (a new brand which was never used before), the whole household got filled with a chemical smell. After investigation we could realize that it was the manure which had been spreading the pungent smell. With children and pets around, I then decided not to put chemical manure anymore, especially for the indoor...

Owning a house, expensive?

invalid@example.com (prettycolors) — Sat, 28 Oct 2017 05:52:53 +0000

I currently live in a small flat but I consider buying a house in the future. I do plan on having kids so space is something I have to think of in advance. But so are expenses. Right now the costs are low. Utility bills are not that high considering the space I have to keep warm in the winter or the few appliances I own. But when I make the move I fear the bills and all the stuff that needs repairing around a house. Maybe it'll cost too much.

Those of you that live or grew in a house,...

Furniture Repair Not Worth

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:51:54 +0000

I’m sure all of us have experienced having a broken or old furniture that needs to be repaired. We also used to do that. However, don’t bother for repairs when the furniture is pretty old. We learned of the cost of repairs when we did some computations and came up with the decision that it is better to buy a new furniture than have the old one repaired. Although the cost of repair vis-a-vis the new is just 20% to 30%, it’s still a substantial amount considering that the furniture remains old...

Have You A Garden In Your Home?

invalid@example.com (Haroon Rasheed) — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 23:47:53 +0000

I am a huge a huge fan of gardening and plants.For this purpose, I have made a seperate garden in front of my house.In which I have planted many kinds of plants and flowers.I daily go to my garden in morning to enjoy the cool breeze.It makes me fell strong and fresh.After this, I water the plants with a bottle or some any other type of pipe.I daily study their in evening and enjoy the pleasant environment there.I also take part in any kind of gardening schemes near my house.I think so that...

Preserving Excess Garden Harvest

invalid@example.com (Alexandoy) — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 06:57:08 +0000

For those with vegetable and fruits in their garden, what do you do with the excess harvest? We usually give them away to neighbors in need and sometimes to relatives. But as per the advice of a colleague, what we do now with the excess harvest is to preserve it. Red pepper can be added to the bottle of vinegar. It will last long and will give the vinegar a hot flavor. Papaya, carrots and onions can be pickled in a simple preparation of vinegar, garlic and sugar. Tomatoes which fruit heavily...

Monet's Garden-would You Like A Garden Like Monet ?

invalid@example.com (FolkArtist) — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 04:45:32 +0000

Would you like to have a garden like the painter, Claude Monet had in Giverny France with lots of flowers or do you just grow vegetables in your garden? I have not been to Giverny to see his garden but would like to go someday and see his gardens and walk around the small village as well. I have taken a virtual vacation to this town though and it seems quite touristy -but also it seems to be a very popular destination for even people that go to Paris because its about 40 miles from there....

Are Plastic Containers Safe For Growing Plants?

invalid@example.com (luckycharm) — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 14:16:02 +0000

I have this doubt in mind for quite long now. I read a few articles on this and none of them actually give a concrete answer to my query. As you know nowadays we started realizing the bad effects of plastic on us and trying to minimize its use. In many places there are strict laws in place to cut down / stop its usage.

But is it healthy to grow vegetables and other plants on plastic containers? What I came to know from my reading is that it doesn’t have any effect on the plants we...

Backyard Gardening

invalid@example.com (luri) — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 21:53:56 +0000

Do you grow vegetables, spices and herbs on your back yard, in case you have one? Have you realized that you can save a lot of money on vegetables, spices and herbs if you are growing theser things in your garden? In case you don't have gardeninf space, you cna plant vegetables spices and herbs on your terrace.
I grow vegetables, spices and herbs on my backyard and it saves me lot of money.

Where Do You Get Your Seeds?

invalid@example.com (PeteS) — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 10:13:27 +0000

As a gardener, one of the best things about the internet is that it is now so easy to get heirloom and other rare seeds sent right to my home (along with worms, but that is a different topic). What are some of your favorite websites to get seeds? For me, maybe just for nostalgia, but I get most of my seeds from Burpee. But now I don´t have to hope my local store has what I want, instead I have a huge online catelog to choose from. And of course if you are getting guaranteed heirlooms, it...