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Home hacks including DIY organization, storage solutions, cleaning tips and beyond.
How to Quickly Clean for the Holidays
As the holidays are creeping upon us again, everyone is rushing to clean the house. The kids are going through that stack of papers you have been meaning to shred and you have your husband helping you with the dishes. You are scrambling to get things done before guests arrive and make your home look like it has not been lived in unattended to the cleaning for the past year. You have so many things piled up that every time you walk into a room you are overwhelmed and questioning why you agreed to host in the first place? Does this sound like you? You might be pleased to know you are not alone! Below are some things you can do to help break down the task, so you don’t get overwhelmed just by walking in a room.
By Courtney Frazer7 years ago in Lifehack
Kitchen Cleaning Lifehacks Everyone Should Know
Among household tasks, kitchen cleaning ranks as the least frequent activity men engage in and the third least frequent activity women partake in. What is more, men and women only spend an average of 4 and 13 minutes a day cleaning the kitchen respectively.
By April Demarco7 years ago in Lifehack
6 Mattress Hacks to Keep Your Bed in Good Condition
Some people might not consider the intricate details behind finding the right mattress. Making sure your mattress provides the comfort you want and lasts a while takes some work. The following are a few simple hacks you can consider to ensure that your mattress has a long and prosperous life.
By Andrea Dawson7 years ago in Lifehack
10 Time-Saving Housework Lifehacks You Need to Know
Housework sucks, okay? Even if you are like me and tend to have a thing for relaxing with a little housework to reduce stress, there's really only so much you can take before you feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of work you need to do in order to keep your home clean.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Lifehack
Our Family Lives in a Camper Full Time
My husband, our two dogs, and everything we need to live, are traveling the United States in a converted 2004 pull behind camper, but before this beauty fell into our laps, we had plans to do it in our converted 2011 Chevy Traverse.
By Lucy Valestra7 years ago in Lifehack
Lifehacks to Get Rid of Pests
The average human eats eight spiders in their lifetime while sleeping. While the truthfulness of this Snapple fact has long been disputed, it sparked a fundamental fear in many of us. Having pests of any kind in your house is never fun. Whether it's spiders, fruit flies, rodents, or some other treacherous creature, when a pest invades your home, you feel like you’ve lost all control. However, if you find yourself in a dire situation where you need to get rid of pests, there are some simple lifehacks to get rid of pests and help you conquer your home as your own again.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Lifehack
10 Dorm Room Lifehacks Every College Student Should Know
Starting college is a huge adjustment for a multitude of reasons, not least of which is trying to live in a cramped dorm with a bunch of strangers. For most, dorm life is an unavoidable headache, but it's important to do what you can to focus on your studies and not let yourself get bogged down with the hassles of living in a dorm. These dorm room lifehacks, much like popular organizing tips for the perfect home renovation, will help make your life just a bit easier so you can focus on what's important.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Lifehack
Roommate Lifehacks Every Apartment Dweller Needs to Know
Living with roommates is something almost everyone experiences at some point in their life, whether in college or in their early adult years. Many people have bad roommate experiences as well, because they don’t know exactly how to deal with the experience of living on their own, much less living with a friend or even a stranger. It can be hard to navigate all the small details that come along with roommate living, such as chores, bills, visitors, noise, communication, etc. We’ve researched some roommate lifehacks to make it easier for you as you try to adjust to living with roommates for the first time. That way, you can hopefully avoid some of the horror stories you may have heard from friends. Here are some basic roommate lifehacks to follow.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Lifehack
Apartment Hunting 101
Moving can and will be stressful, but having a realistic plan makes it much easier. You first need to focus on making a budget. By doing this first, you will be able to get a better idea of what you can afford when it comes to rent. Sit down and look at how much you make a month after taxes. Then deduct your monthly bills; phone, car, insurance, ect. You also need to figure out how much you spend on things like groceries, gas, and any other monthly expenses you may have. Only after you've done that can you really get an idea of what you can afford.
By Ashley Mogli7 years ago in Lifehack
DIY Room Decor
So is it me or does it take some serious know how & possibly even magic to be able to do some of those gorgeous Pinterest DIYs? Every time I try one of these so-called “Simple DIYs” it turns into some sort of abomination. So through my own trial & error I’ve come up with some seriously simple room decor DIYs that even us who seem to be crafty impaired, can handle.
By Miranda Kelly7 years ago in Lifehack
