Fruit flies (or Drosophila melanogaster) are common household pests which are known for their attraction to fruit which has been left out. When it comes to fruit flies, you are probably only interested in one thing – keeping them out of your house! We have written this article for that very reason. We’re going to […]
The animated map above (based on data from the US Energy Information Administration) shows how far we’ve come in the last 20 years as far as solar energy goes. While the majority of solar power is generated in the southwest, the map shows how energy is now being produced in pretty much every state. A […]
Coffee, tea, soup, cleaning, scrubbing – what do these things all have in common? They all use the power of hot water! In this article, we’re outlining one of the most effective tools for adding a hot water hookup to your sink – an instant hot water dispenser. These powerful tools can dispense near-boiling water, […]
Dry ice is such a cool substance (pun not intended). Popular for its misty, foggy effect, it’s a big hit at parties, shows, displays, and anywhere else you want to add some theatrics to the occasion. But when the show is over, you might be left wondering what to do with the ice. In this […]
The quality of your drinking water is something that is often overlooked, but much more important than we might think. A water cooler dispenser gives us access to crisp, clean, and safe drinking water at our fingertips. In this article, we’re examining the best coolers on the market. These dispensers are the ultimate in at-home […]
Eating your fruits & vegetables would be easy if they were all as delicious as strawberries. But before you can enjoy the delicious taste of these berries, you need to properly wash and remove pesticides from them. Washing your fruit is such an essential step to clean-eating, and yet many remain unsure of how to […]
If you’re a regular visitor to our site, you know that we’re huge proponents of solar energy. Renewable, environmentally conscious, and free – it’s tough to beat solar as far as “green energy” is concerned. We’ve written many articles on solar panels, and we love to hear your feedback. One of the most frequent questions […]
Solar panels are a great way to generate power that you can truly feel good about. Solar power is renewable, green, and it’s free! But, let’s face it, solar technology is complicated, and it can be difficult to know what you need to get started on a solar energy system of your own. For this […]
In this article, we’re diving into the science behind an ever-popular growing environment – the greenhouse. We’ll explain why greenhouses are so effective, and how they use the “greenhouse effect” to hold their temperature so well. We’ll also dive into some tips & tricks for proper temperature control within the greenhouse itself. Let’s start by […]
In this article, we’re talking about a subject that is too often overlooked with solar panels – cleaning them. Keeping your solar panels clean can increase their effectiveness over time, but you have to be sure that you clean them the right way. We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step. Why Do You Need to […]