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Mace Screecher Aerosol Personal Alarm

I am an International Studies student in Connecticut. I left home for school in 2009. I know the move from Danbury to Hartford isn't much but it was my first time to live away from my family. Honestly, I never thought about self defense in my life, much less getting a personal safety alarm. It

Things To Consider In Home Alarm Systems

For many people when they want to have the protection of their home it could be a challenge that they are going to face. However, if a person wants to do this properly they should know that it is going to be even harder because the criminal element has started to become smarter in the way that they

How to Print on Plastic Bags

According to The Wall Street Journal, the United States uses 100 billion plastic shopping bags every year. That figure doesn't include all the other plastic bags, including freezer bags, that are used. Instead of throwing plastic bags away, it's better to re-use them. A popular way to recycle them i

Using A Fake Security Camera Properly

There are some very effective ways to use a fake security camera to deter criminal activity from occurring on your property. The important thing is making sure that the security camera appears real so people ...

How to Identify Turfgrass Problems

Turfgrass is defined as any species of grass that tolerates regular mowing, as opposed to ornamental grasses. A blade of grass lives for about 40 days, so your turfgrass has to produce new blades on an ongoing basis to replace the ones that are dying. Roots also die back; the entire root system is s

Home Security - Big Brother's Watching You

According to the statistics, a break in occurs once every 15 or so seconds. This means that every minute four break ins take place. It means that every hour, there are about 240 break ins. Of course, these numbers don't look very pleasant. In fact, they sound downright gloomy and are enough to

How to Clean a Rival Chocolate Fondue Fountain

Rival's Chocolate Fondue Fountain holds about 5 lbs. of chocolate in its heated reservoir, pumping the liquid through the system to create a chocolate waterfall for dipping fruits and other foods. When the heat is turned off the chocolate will harden, making it difficult to remove. Disassemble and b

Unique Ways To Descale Your Home…!

Many of us forget to descale our appliances – especially the kettle which if you live in a hard water area (like me!) seems to need doing frequently. The problem is you only remember it needs descalin

Cheap Ways to Organize Your Closet

Use baskets or containers you already have lying around the house to organize your closet.wash basins and baskets image by dana nicolescu from Fotolia.comOrganizing your closet doesn't require a complete overhaul with a large budget to buy all of the new organizational products that are...

Home Security Alternatives to Keep Your Home Safe

Home theft crimes can occur virtually in any type of locale, so whether you reside in an urban, rural, or suburban environment, the risks are still there. While it may be more likely in certain neighborhoods than in others, it is always better to take those precautionary measures to ensure that your

Essential Oils That Chiggers Hate

Chiggers are also known as redbugs due to their distinctive color.red fuzzy bug image by robert mobley from Fotolia.comChiggers are the juvenile form of the trombiculid mite, also known as "redbugs." They cause excessive itching by injecting enzymes into skin tissue to break them down,...

About Video Surveillance Systems

Getting a crime committed against your business or home without any clues left behind can be frustrating. Before the next crime is committed without anyone being punished, you may want to consider installing a video surveillance system. Systems range from full professional coverage of your home to s

Wok Vs. Regular Skillet

A staple in Asian cooking, the wok actually is a very versatile piece of kitchen equipment. Originally designed for use over an open fire, it has been retrofitted for use on a range-top by the addition of a detachable metal collar that sits on the stove burner. The wok then sits atop the supporting

How to Make a Humane Rat Trap

Although there are many lethal ways to get rid of rats, such as spring-loaded traps and poison, some owners prefer to get rid of these pests through humane means. This entails trapping the rat in a humane manner so it remains alive and unharmed and can be relocated to a more suitable area. Such a tr

How to Get Rid of Bugs on Indoor Plants

Indoor houseplants can harbor damaging bugs such as aphids, mealy bugs, scale, red spider mites and thrips. After inspecting your plants and determining which type of bug they contain, take immediate action so the plant will not die or become an unsightly mess. Then treat the plant with alternative

Increase Your Home Security With Wireless Security Cameras

Wireless security cameras are becoming exremely popular as an integral part of many home security systems these days. One of the main reasons is their ease of installation. They can also be used for many practical purposes including keeping an eye on your nanny or babysitter when you are away, makin

How to Graft Wax

Most commonly associated with grafting roses, grafting wax is an important tool in sealing and protecting the cut wounds of a wide variety of newly grafted trees and plants. While proprietary formulations vary, most grafting wax is made up of natural or synthetic beeswax, rosin and animal tallow. It

Home Organizing Storage Projects

Built-in shelves can add storage space to any room.Yellow and green shelves image by Charlie Rosenberg from Fotolia.comAn organized home can be a more relaxing, comfortable place to spend time and entertain guests. Dealing with household clutter is a matter of remembering to pick things...