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It happens to the best of us: we’ll put down a gorgeous new rug or pay to have our floors covered in wall-to-wall soft carpeting, …

New carpet often looks fantastic – but it just as often smells terrible right after it’s installed. What gives? Why does the new carpet smell …

A good carpet can give your home or office a comfy or warm feel. However, it is also the hardest flooring option to maintain as …

If you find you have mountains of leftover food waste each week, then you likely feel incredibly guilty. However, you don’t have to feel so …

Carpets are high-maintenance; they need to be vacuumed every few days and thoroughly cleaned every few months. If you don’t give your carpets a regular …

When I first considered getting a Roomba, a concern that crossed my mind was whether it could potentially ruin my carpet. With various types of …

White carpets are beautiful and add a lot of character to any room you install them in. However, the slightest stain will stand out and …

Choosing the right carpet cleaner is important – especially if you have a pet. As pets spend much of their time curled up on the …

Carpets are a common feature in many households. They can make your floors more comfortable and add both warmth and aesthetic charm to any room.  …

Chewing gum is one of the worst substances to get on your carpet. Every inch of it sticks to your carpet fibers and removing it …

Bloodstains are an especially nasty stain to get on your carpet. They have a nasty habit of sinking deep into it and refusing to budge.  …

There’s nothing as frustrating as mold showing up on your carpet. The health risks involved, toxicity, ruining of flooring are some of the reasons why …

Carpets are a wonderful feature to have in any home. They’re aesthetically pleasing and can add layers of comfort and insulation to your floors. However, …

When it comes to managing our households, we’re all vigilant about checking the expiry date of the food in our fridge and pantries. Still, very …

Carpets can go a long way in elevating your home’s decor and interiors but need constant care. As well as vacuuming your carpet every few …

Have you ever wondered why streaks reappear on your carpet or rug after you’ve cleaned it? The stains might appear immediately or even after a …

Composting has grown in popularity as more people look to be more environmentally friendly. There are several different ways to compost, and one of the …

Compost bins are structures designed to speed up decomposition.  Bins also come in handy with preventing rats and other rodents from targeting your compost. While …

Every gardener knows the importance of using compost to nourish their garden and strengthen their plants. Compost is essentially organic matter, which has been broken …

Hands up if you’ve messed up a batch of compost. Wasn’t it supposed to be easy? “Just throw in your waste vegetables, pop in your …

Composting has become a big trend in America.  It’s easy to see why; it saves money, time & water, environmentally friendly, and regenerates poor soil. …

Some people think that composting is as simple as discarding all food and garden waste at the bottom of the garden and leaving it there …

Can you make an ericaceous compost at home? It’s a common question. Some plants thrive in all kinds of conditions and can be left to …

There’s a lot more to gardening than simply sowing your seeds, giving them water, and sitting back to watch your garden flourish.  For your garden …

Any gardener worth his salt knows how using compost can help their garden.  Often called ‘black gold,’ compost is a nutrient-rich organic substance that is …

In the confusing world of green products, we see a range of words and phrases thrown around. Eco-friendly, environmentally sustainable, organic, and recyclable are just …

Compost is the organic matter used to fortify soil and make it more nourishing for plants. It also helps the soil retain water, ensuring that …

Vibrant, thriving gardens are not simply born; they’re made with love, care, and lots of gardening expertise.  If you’re a professional or even an amateur …

Biodegradable diapers are made from environmentally-friendly products that allow them to be more easily broken down than their traditional counterparts, the disposable diaper. But how …

So, you have a moss problem.  At first, it didn’t seem like a big deal, but the moss has spread and needs to be removed.  …

The question of when to use cold water with a pressure washer is debatable. Some argue that hot water is more effective at cleaning. Others …

Finding the right pressure washer to buy can be overwhelming. There are so many different kinds of washers and each seem to have their own …

Pressure washers that use hot water are often said to improve efficiency. You see professional cleaners use them. The question for many is whether you …

Making stuff at home always fascinated me. I make my own lotion, my own blankets, my own compost and many different crafts, so why not …

Owning a wood deck or patio can be a source of pride, especially when it’s well taken care of and looking immaculate. It can take …