Do Some Early Spring Cleaning — In Your Car
Posted on 25. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s easy to accumulate junk in your car over the winter months. But cars are transportation, not storage space, and extra weight means reduced fuel economy.
Time to Get Those Tools Ready for Spring!
Posted on 24. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s almost time to venture into the garden again, and that means tool fix-up and maintenance. Here are few places to get started.
Do You Have a Pot Stash at Home?
Posted on 23. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
It’s probably late enough to get started on a few potted projects. What do you have stashed around the home that can be used for inexpensive herb pots?
Weekend Project: Get Ready for Spring!
Posted on 20. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Spring is exactly one month away. Take advantage of the weekend to get ready. Seek out your local nursery’s and farmer’s markets and get the lay of the land.
Lighten Up! Choosing CFL Color Temperature
Posted on 19. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
CFLs have come a long way in the past couple years. But you’ll be happier with your bulbs if you choose an appropriate color temperature. Here’s how.
Beat Food Waste by Reorganizing Your Refrigerator
Posted on 18. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
A new U.N. report states that up to half of all food produced globally is wasted through poor management. But rethinking your fridge can cut your family’s food waste.
Reduce Your Pet’s Environmental Pawprint
Posted on 17. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Just like the rest of your family, there are ways to reduce your pet’s environmental “pawprint” and minimize its exposure to unhealthy chemicals.
Maybe Now Isn’t the Time for a Hybrid
Posted on 16. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
With tight credit and a tough economy, maybe now isn’t the right time to buy a new car. This week, give some thought to springtime auto maintenance.
Weekend Project: Clothes Dryer Tuneup
Posted on 13. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Here’s a 30-minute weekend project that can save you anywhere from $25 to $100 a year. Let’s give the clothes dryer a quick once-over!
Computer Ready for Retirement? Donate It!
Posted on 12. Feb, 2009 by Chris Baskind in The Daily Footstep
Ready to replace that older computer? Recycling isn’t the only option. Consider donating it to someone ready to enter the Computer Age!