ArcaMax

Many homeowners are advised to keep chest freezers in the garage because the unheated area will help keep the freezer cold. But the reality is that the garage has inconsistent temperatures, especially in climates with hot summers and cold winters. These swings in temperature can force the freezer to work harder on hot days, which works the ...Read more

After you've brewed a cup of morning joe, don't toss the used grinds down the drain. Try soaking an old cotton T-shirt in cold coffee and wiping scratched tables to see the small nicks, dents and dings disappear. Or scrub your hands clean with old grinds and hand soap; the grinds will buff away dead skin, and the soap will ensure your hands are ...Read more

More than 30 million plastic hotel key cards are manufactured every year for guests. While some are returned to the front desk and reused, the majority end up in the trash. Made from PVC plastic, these cards are not biodegradable, and they’re often unreliable when it’s time to open your door. Today, nearly every major hotel brand offers ...Read more

Water can be a valuable resource for birds when it gets cold outside. Sure, there are electrical heaters and fancy devices that aerate the water, but why bother when you can use the sun? If you have a birdbath, now is the time to give it a few coats of nontoxic black latex paint for outdoor use. Let it dry and cure for a few weeks, then place it...Read more

When wildlife rummages through your garbage, it can be more than just a nuisance -- wild animals can choke, get trapped and die. To help them, it's key to make trash as unenticing as possible and nearly impossible to get into. To wildlife-proof your trash bins, start by minimizing the odors. That means rinsing nonrecyclables and placing food ...Read more