The Rats Always Win in the End The Rats Always Win in the End (image credits: unsplash) Let’s start with the most shocking truth about composting: pests, including rats, were the third most common obstacle to home composting according to a study conducted in central New York by Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Compost Education Program. I …
Old Paint Cans That Freeze and Thaw Old Paint Cans That Freeze and Thaw (image credits: pixabay) Most homeowners don’t realize that storing paint in the garage is generally not a good idea, especially if you live in a location with extreme weather conditions. When paint goes through repeated cycles of freezing and thawing, it …
Rancid Cooking Oils That Turn Into Health Hazards Rancid Cooking Oils That Turn Into Health Hazards (image credits: pixabay) Those bottles of vegetable, canola, and olive oil sitting in your pantry might seem harmless after their expiration dates, but oxidative rancidity causes the breakdown of unsaturated fats in oil, while regularly using rancid oil can …
Expired Cosmetics and Toiletries Expired Cosmetics and Toiletries (image credits: unsplash) This is probably the most shocking discovery waiting in your bathroom cabinets right now. It’s recommended you replace cosmetics according to their specific shelf lives (mascara after 3-6 months, lipstick after 1-2 years), though most of us aren’t doing that. By August, we usually …
The Unexpected Return of Clean Lines and Tapered Legs The Unexpected Return of Clean Lines and Tapered Legs (image credits: unsplash) Something remarkable is happening in America’s living rooms right now, and it’s catching even the most seasoned interior designers off guard. In the past year, about half of my virtual interior design projects have …
The Million-Dollar Manuscripts Hiding in Plain Sight The Million-Dollar Manuscripts Hiding in Plain Sight (image credits: rawpixel) What if I told you that dusty old book collecting dust on your shelf could be worth more than your car? In May 2023, the earliest, most complete Hebrew Bible drew a record-breaking $38.1 million bid at a …