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Experts recommend the 'caveman method' for keeping your house cool in a heatwave — here's how it works
By Grace Dean published
Think of your house like a cave in order to keep it cool once the summer heat hits.

I just found out my Ninja air fryer has this hidden feature — and my mind is blown
By Kaycee Hill published
You’re might not be using your Ninja air fryer to its full potential. Here’s the hidden feature I just discovered.

I do this every week to extend the life of my kitchen appliances — here's why you should too
By Kaycee Hill last updated
How to make your kitchen appliances last longer (and save money in the long run)

Want more butterflies? 7 tips for attracting them to your yard
By Kaycee Hill published
Turn your yard into a butterfly haven with simple tips on flowers, feeders, and creating the right environment for these vital pollinators.

7 easy ways to keep birds cool this summer — your backyard visitors will thank you
By Kaycee Hill published
Help birds survive summer heatwaves with these simple backyard changes.

This DIY air cooler cost me nothing — and it actually worked in a heatwave
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Heat got you down? A frozen water bottle, damp cloth, and fan create an effective DIY air cooler that provides real relief.

What is 'gray water'? Experts share how waste water can be re-used in your yard (and the right way to do it)
By Grace Dean published
Gray water is a sustainable way to reuse water from your home on your garden. But, it's not always a safe option.

I'm an ex-barista and I miss cafe cold brew — here's how I make cold brew at home with just a French press
By Erin Bashford published
I'm an ex-barista and I miss drinking cafe cold brew on tap, so I tried to make my own. This is how I make my barista-quality cold brew easily

Gardening expert reveals the best time of day to water your tomato plant — you could be making this big mistake
By Grace Dean published
Gardening expert shares the best time to water your tomato plant, as well as the one mistake that should "never be allowed"

Professional landscaper warns that 'mulch volcanoes' are killing your trees — here's how to fix it
By Grace Dean published
Applying mulch to the base of trees has many beneficial properties – but not if you pile the mulch too far creating what's called a "mulch volcano". Here's what happens if you do and how to avoid it.
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