Archives for June 2016

Human waste should be disposed of in the toilet. Toilet paper, too, unless otherwise directed. Period. End of story.

And, yet, still, municipalities face the daunting task of ridding our sewer system of clogs caused by everything else fed to the porcelain god.

The ‘I Don’t Flush’ campaign launched in Ontario, Canada is seeking to rid the world of unnecessary sewer clogs by raising awareness of what big, stinky problems happen unflushable “flushables” end up in the tubes.

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Love rich colors? Some hues need a special ingredient to come out right. Plus: See what 5 pros say about where and how to test your paint

It’s a common image: Someone selecting a wall color paints several sheets of paper or sample boards and hangs them on the wall to compare colors. It looks artistic and even a bit hip, but it may not be the most accurate way to vet wall paint. We talked to five pros, including painters and designers. Here’s what they suggest instead.

With basic supplies and room-by-room checklists, you can get into the housekeeping habit

Moving into your first home is exciting and presents a wonderful opportunity to cultivate new habits, such as getting organized from the start, planting your first garden and even housekeeping. Cleaning may not be at the top of your list of things you’re excited about when it comes to your new place, but keeping your space spic and span is a big part of what will maintain that “new house” feeling. The key is crafting a cleaning system that works with your life.