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It’s frustrating to be that neighbor who spends 30 minutes trying to get his gas string trimmer to start only to trim a section of lawn for five minutes. It’s equally annoying to mow three-quarters of your lawn, then run out of battery on your electric mower and have to wait for it to charge before you can finish.Both of these situations are byproducts of the challenge of choosing between gas and electric yard work equipment. While the type of engine you choose is a personal decision and opinion …

The Internet has changed many social and cultural aspects of our lives, but have you ever thought about how much the Internet has changed how we cook? Think about it this way…Finding quality recipes is easier than ever. Instead of buying a cookbook full of dozens of recipes we may or may not like, we can simply Google any recipe we can think of and come up with hundreds of results. It’s so easy to determine which recipe is best because you can compare ten of them side by side. Most recipes even …

After spending (perhaps too much) money over the holidays, January is a great time to start fresh. One smart way to start saving money is by forming smarter energy use habits. Heating and lighting costs can escalate during the winter, so it’s crucial to save where you can. Little changes in your habits can make a huge difference in how much you’re spending on utilities every month. Oh, and of course it’s good for the environment!Cover your windows. Did you know the average home loses 30 percent …

If you know much about eco-friendly cleaning products, you know microfiber is gaining popularity. Switching to microfiber cloths can save you hundreds of dollars on cleaning products every year and keep toxic chemicals out of your home.Did you know that a microfiber cloth can absorb more than seven times its weight in water? Here are seven other reasons why these super-cloths are worth the investment.1. Microfiber is a synthetic material often made from nylon and polyester. Neither of these mate …

There’s no place like home for the holidays. Isn’t that what they say? Although it’s inherently nice to be home surrounded by friends and family during the Christmas season, there are a few extra preparations you can make to give your home that warm and magical holiday feeling.Clean the halls. Before you deck the halls, you really should clean them. Filthy homes can lead to stress and discomfort. Give your family and guests the gift of a tidy, stress-free home and pull out the vacuum before doin …