Trash Compactor: 6 years Dishwasher: 9 years Microwave: 9 years Clothes Washer: 10 years Ceiling Exhaust Fan: 10 years Freezer: 11 years Sink Disposal: 12 years Clothes Dryer: 13 years Refrigerator: 13 years Range, electric: 13 years Range/oven hood: 14 …
Are you still tossing out machines rather than repairing them? Can you be forgiven for hanging onto the outdated notion that nonfunctioning machines and household appliances must be tossed and replaced? The concept of throwaway culture belongs in the waste …
The appliances take a lot of space at your home, and they thus should be able to provide you with the features in return for the money and space. We saw how washing machines now let its users know when …
leaking washing machine can spell disaster in many households. Not only can it make your laundry time longer than usual, but it can also roll up your electricity and water bills. That’s why it’s crucial that you know the cause …
These small upgrades make a great first impression. By KATIE HOLDEFEHR March 19, 2018 Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. …
Before you give your front door a facelift, consider these tips for selecting the perfect paint color. By TAMARA KRAUS April 18, 2018 For the May issue, Real Simple took a look inside the Nashville home makeover recently completed by Elsie Larson, co-founder of …
Are you using too much detergent? Overloading the washer? Overdoing the bleach? Find out the answers to these questions and more, and pick up some smart laundry tips in the bargain. 1 of 12 Getty Images/Blend Images – JGI/Jamie Grill Mistake …
I sealed my garage floor. In my former home, the cement floor generated a large amount of fine dust, which got tracked indoors. So when my family moved into our current place, I went to the local hardware store and an …
I sealed my garage floor. In my former home, the cement floor generated a large amount of fine dust, which got tracked indoors. So when my family moved into our current place, I went to the local hardware store and an …
Are you using too much detergent? Overloading the washer? Overdoing the bleach? Find out the answers to these questions and more, and pick up some smart laundry tips in the bargain. 1 of 12 Getty Images/Blend Images – JGI/Jamie Grill Mistake …
Clutter coach Chip Cordelli turns this potential pileup spot (backpacks! jackets! soccer balls!) into a super-efficient on-off ramp for quick school-day exits and happy homecomings. 1 of 6 Jonny Valiant All Hail the Hall Closet Aspire to Inspire If it looks …
Whether you love the look of an all-white kitchen or prefer to amp up the color in this room, finding the perfect kitchen paint colors can be a difficult task. Sometimes, it’s easier to just leave this tough design decision …
Skip the harsh chemical sprays in favor of these safer alternatives. Bonus: They’re probably already in your pantry. By MARLA CHRISTIANSEN February 09, 2018 Disinfecting your home with natural, non-toxic cleaners may sound like an overwhelming task, but it’s actually surprisingly …
Every year, the United States chucks nearly 40 percent of its food. Dana Gunders, a senior scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the author of The Waste-Free Kitchen Handbook, offers money- and planet-saving tips. By YOLANDA WIKIEL Peter Oumanski Your …
Say hello to the world’s first wipe made of 100 percent plant starch. By TAMARA KRAUS October 24, 2017 Ode to Clean Wipes Ode to Clean Prepare yourself: a life-changing cleaning wipe just hit the market, and it’s so safe …