From the time of the first cave paintings, human beings have decorated their homes to brighten things up. And the invention of the first cameras have allowed us to remind ourselves of our family and friends. We can even memorialize our favorite experiences. Now that we have cell phones, everyone is carrying cameras everywhere. Go …
When it comes to household tasks, some are more enjoyable than others. Painting your living room, for example, might not be fun. But you get a sense of accomplishment, and the rewards are clearly visible. Your friends will notice, and they’ll mention it. Plunging a clogged toilet, meanwhile, isn’t attractive, but it needs to be …
Over the past few decades, Americans have become keenly aware of our indoor air quality. Part of this is due to the fact that air filtration has been getting more affordable over time. But a more significant factor is the way we built our homes with an eye toward energy efficiency. Our walls have thicker …
If you’ve ever been caught fumbling for your keys in the cold, you know how frustrating it can be. The same goes if you’re coming home after dark and the porch light is off. But to paraphrase Doc Brown, “where we’re going, we don’t need keys”. Nowadays, a biometric or combination lock can completely eliminate …
When it comes to “things I have to do” versus “things I want to do”, vacuuming falls in the former category. Yes, you need to keep your home clean. But once you’ve gone to work, done the dishes, and cleaned the cat’s litter box, Netflix beats vacuuming every time. To be sure, running a vacuum …