No one likes having unpleasant odors in their house because it can affect their living condition. These unpleasant odors can make you feel uncomfortable, plus they’re usually an indicator that there’s something not quite right in the house. Have you ever had that wet dog smell in your house? If you’ve experienced that and you …
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The amount of sunlight you get will vary depending on where you live. If you prefer a sunny home with large windows, you’ll want to know which way your house must face for that to happen. We’ve broken down the reasons why some parts of the house are sunnier than others. Let’s get to it! …
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In most countries located in continental climate zones or those with four seasons, a temperature of 70 to 73 degrees (20 to 21 degrees Celsius) can be considered pleasant. In fact, this is considered to be room temperature. If you’re used to this kind of temperature, then you shouldn’t feel cold. But what if your …
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Cigarette smoke can leave a lingering odor in your home, even if you don’t smoke. The smell can be unpleasant and persistent, making it difficult to enjoy your living space. Whether it’s residue from previous residents, neighbors smoking outside, or the scent of cigarettes on clothing or furniture, there are several reasons why your house …
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Houses made of brick are timeless and beautiful. These houses have a classic look that never seems to get old, but since the 1970s, the number of these houses has declined. Nowadays, you will notice that new houses are made of steel, wood, cement, stucco, or any other material except for brick. It appears that …
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In an era where consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the impact of their purchases on the environment and their wallets, non-planned obsolescence has emerged as a desirable trait in products. While the practice of planned obsolescence has been widely recognized as a common business strategy, it’s now being challenged by consumers who want products …
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City life has long been associated with high living costs and expensive housing prices. Many people believe that living in the heart of a major city is only for the wealthy, but is this perception actually accurate? In this article, we will compare the cost of living in the suburbs versus city centers around major …
Meal kit delivery services are growing in popularity as people seek convenient and healthy meal options. HelloFresh is one such service offering a variety of meals with a range of prices from $8.99 to $12.49 per serving. This article will explore whether HelloFresh is cheaper than traditional grocery shopping and the costs involved. We’ll also …
Is Hello Fresh Cheaper Than Grocery Shopping? (We Checked) Read More »
Over the past decade, we have embraced a minimalist lifestyle, including three years on a very tight budget. Given the high inflation rate, which is currently higher than it was in the 1970s, and energy prices have tripled where we live, we must be mindful of our spending habits this year. So, while it is …
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If you buy quality clothes and take care of them, they will last much longer than if you buy cheaply made clothes that fall apart after a few washes. In addition, making your clothes last longer is better for the environment. Textiles are some of the leading polluters in the world, and the more clothes …
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We love expandable tables that double function as console tables and full-size dining tables. The JUNIOR GIANT table from Expand Furniture is the best version we have seen yet of this table. We are especially interested in this type of table as we actually set out to build our own version of it several years …
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Plastic bags are a huge strain on our environment, yet manufacturers continue to make them. Millions of tons of plastic end up in our landfills, forests, and oceans every single year. While some countries are taking huge steps to ban the use of plastic bags entirely, most companies still produce a lot of plastic waste. …
It is important to begin this article by emphasizing that the individual is not responsible for climate change. Rather, large corporations and unsustainable consumerism culture have created a world where people overbuy and underuse everything they have. While we have created a list of 10 things you can do to help you save money and …
Walkable downtown areas in pedestrian-heavy cities are not only the future, they are also our vibrant past. Before World War II, it was much more common to have walkable cities and beautiful downtown areas for pedestrians. However, after the boom of suburbia in 1950s America, most cities found that their downtown and urban areas are …
Last summer, I felt like taking a break from news sites and social media. I started messing around with the idea of taking a full-year break from all digital news and social media and ended up doing it. Now, 15 months later, I still haven’t checked back in! I’d love to share how it works …
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Here’s our packing list. We are light travelers, so we only bring our carry-on. Let’s start with the things we are most likely to forget. Passport Cash (local currency) Power converters (remember to check the size of the wall sockets too!) Small backpack for daily use Playing cards Earplugs Sunglasses Painkillers Music / Podcasts / …
Basic Packing List for Light-Travel (20 Essentials) Read More »
We have been paying off debt for quite some time now. Two years ago we decided to speed up the process as much as possible, in order to get completely debt free as fast as possible. We have been paying off approx. $50,000 during the past 2 years. It has been hard work, but it has …
NOTE: This is a follow-up post of the 100 things post. So I finally got the list done. I landed a little below 100 but on the other hand, I couldn’t really count kitchenware, as I share that with my wife and our tenant. Here is the list of my 100 things. My 100 things …
NOTE: ==> Read the follow-up post here: 100 Thing Challenge Rules and My List of 100 things. The 100 things challenge is very simple: You downsize your belongings to only include 100 things. Some do it for a period of time, while most choose to do it permanently. I love the 100 things challenge. Though it’s definitely not for everyone, …
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Okay, so we have been cleaning out our stuff for a while now. Morten, who has a lot of clothes, has been going through his closet a few times. I felt all depressed by the thought of it, so I put it off for a while. What is Project 333? Project 333 is a challenge …