Television ads targeted to seniors dramatize elders pushing a button on a medical alert device when they’re home alone and have a medical emergency. Are these devices effective? How should you choose between brands? When...
Television ads targeted to seniors dramatize elders pushing a button on a medical alert device when they’re home alone and have a medical emergency. Are these devices effective? How should you choose between brands? When...
Faxing was once a cutting-edge communications technology. Today faxes may seem like a quaint relic from the past, but some people still rely on them. In an age where telephone landlines are disappearing, can you...
Many commercial buildings and retail stores have an entry vestibule, where visitors enter through an exterior door into a small space that has a second door for entrance into the building’s interior. Homes can also...
When it comes to adding living space to a home, consider thinking up, not out. Attic conversions can make for fun and private retreats, but require some careful planning. Here’s what to consider. Meeting building...
Most people dislike confrontation, but sometimes when a product or service goes wrong, you need to let the provider know. Successful complaining through customer reviews is an art. You want to get your problem resolved,...
Whether you are single, a couple or a family with kids, living in a small space means adapting to tight quarters. Now add a dog, a cat or both, and the space seems even smaller....
Special cool-season décor makes homes feel warm and cozy during the colder months. Here are quick tips to make your home especially inviting during fall and winter. Bedrooms Make your bedrooms ready for the cooler...
Guys have had “man caves” for decades. Now women are finally getting their own private space: the “she shed.” Here are some tips for setting up your personal space. A cozy retreat “She sheds” improve...
Many people use the terms interior decorator and interior designer interchangeably. While the jobs share some similarities, they are not the same, and the titles are not interchangeable. What’s the difference, and who do you...
If you feel like you’re spending all your precious free time with a mop and bucket, perhaps it’s time to hire help with house cleaning. How do you find a housecleaning service or a housekeeper...