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If you suffer allergy symptoms even while locked inside, there are options for finding relief. One of the best, surprisingly, is using a dehumidifier. Yes, dehumidifiers do help with allergies. These practical home appliances help reduce the overall humidity inside your house. This not only makes the air feel more comfortable, but it actively reduces … Read more
Dehumidifiers are one of those important appliances that I recommend every homeowner have in their arsenal, regardless of the climate. This is baecause a dehumidifier has far more uses than many people realize. So, what is a dehumidifier used for? The obvious answer is to pull moisture out of the air. This makes dehumidifiers useful … Read more
Yes, wood ash is good for your grass. Wood ash has many benefits for your lawn, including being a great source of potassium and having high alkalinity levels. Of course, it is important that you are using clean wood ash when you add it to your lawn grass for maximum effect. The benefits that come … Read more
If you’ve recently started shopping for a new portable AC, you’ve probably noticed that your options fall into two distinct categories: dual and single hose. Across these two categories, many models share the same features and specifications, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t significant differences between ACs with two hoses and ACs with one. These … Read more
GrowCube Overview When you first see the GrowCube, you would think it’s a small PC or an external hard drive case. Its white plastic case looks very modern and would likely fit in with almost any decor. In terms of performance, the GrowCube doesn’t disappoint. It can monitor moisture levels and automatically water four plants … Read more
The main difference between an air purifier vs dehumidifier is that a purifier uses a filter to capture and reduce pathogens, while a dehumidifiear reduces moisture to decrease pathogen activity. You can use both devices to provide cleaner air for your home. If you suffer from allergies, especially to mold, either one can be helpful. … Read more
We all know about the harmful effects cigarette smoke can have on the body. But do you know that breathing in smoke can be just as harmful? Whether you’re dealing with smoky air from wildfires, a recent home fire, a woodburning stove, or cigarette smoke, the faster you purify your air, the better. And the … Read more
Whether you’re using a dehumidifier to reduce the overall humidity in your home or just to dry out your bathroom after a shower, it’s hard to deny the magic of these machines. With a bit of electricity, they can take damp air and turn it into liquid water. If you’ve ever pulled out your appliance’s … Read more
We live in an age of unpredictability, and that is no more true than with the weather. Climate change has impacted the entire world, and while scientists are able to construct models, these models can only predict the basics. We do not know what major storms different areas will face, where high temperatures will cause … Read more
Getting a dehumidifier that is too large or powerful for your space can mean a lot of wasted money upfront and high electricity costs. But getting one that is too small will leave you suffering in hot, humid conditions. Unfortunately, figuring out what size dehumidifier you need for your room or home is anything but … Read more
Induction cooking is a simple and efficient process. But when something goes wrong with your induction cooktop, all the simplicity you love about it suddenly goes out the window. And, as it turns out, these intelligent machines are more complicated than they look. In this article, we’ll look at some common induction cooktop problems like … Read more
Roborock Dyad Wet/Dry Vacuum Product Overview Roborock products are a regular on Essential Home and Garden, and it’s with good reason. Their products are always innovative, well built, and designed to make life easier. And, I’m very happy to report that the Dyad does not break this tradition. Roborock is no stranger to cleaning appliances. … Read more
According to Forbes, seventy-five percent of US homes will be broken into sometime in the next 20 years. A significant number of these burglaries will occur after trespassers gain access to the home via the backyard. Luckily, there are some simple ways to improve your backyard security that can greatly reduce your home’s odds of … Read more
Yes, electric fireplaces do give off heat. Not only do they look stylish, need no fuel (apart from electricity), and are safer than their wood-burning counterparts, but they can also heat a room quite sufficiently. Electric fireplace’s popularity has surged lately, with consumers becoming more environmentally conscious and in some areas, wood-burning fireplaces are even … Read more
Have you been looking for a great new ceiling fan but find yourself completely confused by all the options available? What does rustic or modern even mean? Is there a significant difference? When you’re buying a ceiling fan, there are many factors to consider: the number of blades, the motor, the height, lighting, and the … Read more
Induction cooking has a reputation for being easier, more efficient, and quicker than other cooking methods. Yet only about 1% of American households have an induction cooktop in the kitchen, according to the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. Is this lack of popularity a reflection of how well induction cooktops actually work? Or simply a … Read more
Damprid is marketed as a simple solution for ridding musty environments of moisture. Unlike a dehumidifier, which requires electricity to run, this straightforward, natural product requires no energy from you or an outlet. At least, that is what the producers of Damprid claim. The truth is, Damprid is not as labor-less as the packaging wants … Read more
You just invested in a high-tech induction cooktop, and you’re ready to find out how these modern marvels help make cooking easier. But that excitement quickly comes to a halt when you realize your pots and pans aren’t induction cooktop compatible — induction cookers use magnetic fields instead of flames or centralized metal coils to … Read more
Roborock has announced the upcoming release of its newest S7 robotic vacuum, the S7 MaxV Ultra, and a new mid-range Q series vacuum with a self-emptying dock. Both of these new products look to be a huge leap forward in cleaning convenience within the robo-vac world. “Contrary to popular belief, robot vacuums actually still require … Read more
The colorful autumn days have passed, and now you’re left with a yard covered in a blanket of leaves. You watch your neighbors rake and bag their leaves and put them on the curb for the trashman to take away. But you wonder if there is a better way to deal with your leaf debris. … Read more
