While the majority of doors (particularly front doors) open inwards, outward opening doors are also popular. An exterior door that opens outward is typically more resistant to force attacks than one that opens inward. However, if you know where the door’s weak points are, you can lock any outward swinging door quickly and easily. We’ll
There are a variety of circumstances in which you may need to lock a door but do not have a key. So, what do you do if you don’t have a key (or, for that matter, a lock)? What is the best way to lock a door without a key? You can use a portable
We’ve all had the terrifying experience of dropping a permanent marker on our favorite pair of shoes or the concrete. The despair and resentment of not being able to erase the permanent stain is unbearable. There are, however, healthy ways to lighten or even fully eliminate the permanent marker stain using common household products. Leather,
Leather is widely used to make a variety of household products. Purses, shoes, belts, and furniture are only a few examples. When using a highlighter pen, be cautious when working with leather pieces, particularly those made of light or soft leather. However, if the highlighter pen falls or falls into the hands of a small
If you live in a northern state, like Pennsylvania, there’s no question that you’re already accustomed to the cold temperatures, snow and ice that the winter season brings with it. But winter brings other inconveniences – like poor driving conditions, ice dams, slush, and frozen locks. There’s arguably nothing more frustrating than going to start
Last month, my old roommate, bless his heart, moved out of our apartment. He’s a sweet guy who did a decent job of cleaning out his things. Save for our refrigerator. He left behind a slew of rotting condiments and yogurts, some with expiration dates as far back as 2014. It’s now up to me
You take a few steps to your car and lift your key. The doors open when you press a button. Perhaps the lights shine, and a friendly “boop BOOP!” greets you. This is an automatic habit for millions of drivers. It’s no longer necessary to turn the key in the ignition. It’s definitely practical. You
Garlic is a commonly used vegetable in many kitchens around the world. Did you know, however, that some people bury it under their pillows? Many people who have trouble falling asleep claim that placing a garlic clove under their pillows each night will help them sleep better. Garlic’s sulfur compounds, as well as its fragrance,
A common complaint among walkers and runners is blisters. You could get blisters on your feet and toes if you’ve just started walking or running, swapped shoes, or started doing longer workouts. A blister is a fluid-filled sac that forms as a result of friction (or by heat from a burn). Walkers and cyclists despise
Is there something more summery than a basket full of freshly picked strawberries? Before you bite into one of these tasty morsels, make sure you scrub it thoroughly to ensure you and your family don’t eat any unwanted grime, bugs, or chemicals before baking it into a luscious strawberry shortcake or mixing it with rhubarb