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  • How to Winterise Your Screened-In Porch

    How to Winterise Your Screened-In Porch

    In the early days of the pandemic — back when many people were only leaving their homes when it was absolutely necessary — having any type of outdoor space made a big difference, and helped people feel less trapped. But some outdoor spaces are more pleasant than others: Especially ones that are basically extensions of…


  • The Right Way to Break a Car Window In an Emergency

    The Right Way to Break a Car Window In an Emergency

    If you’re anything like me, your overriding goal in life is to not have a hilarious obituary. This is why I’ve decided to never ride a rollercoaster, board a hot air balloon, or go skydiving — I don’t want my last thoughts to be along the lines of why I thought jumping out of a…


  • How to Open Windows That Were Painted Shut

    How to Open Windows That Were Painted Shut

    When a window has been closed for years — or even over a long winter — it’s normal for it to stick a bit when you try to open it again. But sometimes it takes more than some extra muscle to let the fresh air in — especially in situations where a window has been…