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Tackle Mosquitoes at the Source With Expert-Backed Home Solutions
NBC Select panels expert guidance and product picks for ridding homes of mosquitoes: start by identifying and eliminating standing water to stop breeding, then use a mix of larvicidal options (like mosquito dunks) and devices such as indoor plug-in traps (Zevo), outdoor repellents (Thermacell), bug zappers, and body repellents to prevent bites and entry.
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Snowstorm Prep: Fill Your Bathtub for a Critical Water Lifeline
As winter storms approach, experts urge homeowners to fill their bathtubs with water to ensure a ready supply if pipes freeze and cut off the water; bathwater isn’t ideal for drinking, but can be boiled or purified for safety, and is useful for bathing, cleaning and flushing toilets during outages, alongside tips on identifying and thawing frozen pipes and general winter preparedness.
Upgrade your home office with five IKEA finds under $30 each
Sponsored by Tom's Guide, this feature highlights five affordable IKEA accessories to upgrade a home office: RUNDHULT USB‑C cable, STÄNKREGN ring light, VÄSTMÄRKE wireless charger with lighting, ÖVNING footrest, and LÅNESPELARE monitor stand. Each item is priced under $30, with the total just over $100, offering improved lighting, cable management, ergonomics, and desk organization for a brighter, more comfortable workspace.
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BuzzFeed Shopping reviews 31 essential home office items that are considered 'lifesavers,' highlighting useful products vetted for real-life usefulness, catering to diverse needs and budgets.
Why You Should Always Leave Shoes Outside the House
Wearing shoes inside the house can introduce harmful germs, toxins, and allergens, cause messes, damage flooring, and may be culturally inappropriate, while going shoeless can be more comfortable and healthier for your home environment.
Small Change, Big Impact: My Experience with the '1% Rule' Cleaning Method
A freelance journalist tests the '1% rule' for cleaning and decluttering, finding that making small, daily improvements significantly enhances her home and well-being over a week, emphasizing the importance of consistency and manageable tasks.
Aldi Offers Stylish Small-Space Decor for $15
Aldi is offering three cozy, textured indoor ottomans in burnt orange, beige, and dark gray for $14.99, perfect for small spaces and fall decor, with similar options available at Walmart and Wayfair for those not near Aldi.
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The article reviews a comprehensive first aid kit available on Amazon for $19.94, highlighting its extensive contents and positive user experiences, emphasizing the importance of having such a kit at home for emergencies.
"Massive Discount on Brightest TCL QLED TV Ahead of Prime Day"
The TCL 65-inch QM8 QLED TV is currently on sale for $1,299 at Amazon and Best Buy, a $400 discount from its original price. The TV boasts outstanding brightness, reaching 2,900 nits in a 25% window, making it the brightest TV ever tested. It also features HDR10, HDR10 Plus, and Dolby Vision IQ support, a 20W subwoofer, two 10W speakers, and Dolby Atmos and eARC support. Gamers can enjoy Game Accelerator 240, HDMI 2.1 support, and Auto Game Mode. The TCL QM8 QLED TV is shaping up to be an awesome TV and a new contender for one of the best TVs on the market.
"Score Big Savings on LG C3 OLED TV and Soundbar Combo at Amazon"
Amazon is offering a $700 discount on the Sony 65-inch Bravia XR A95K OLED TV, which is now priced at $2,798. This TV is considered one of the best OLED TVs on the market, with excellent visuals, audio, and gaming features. It has a 120Hz refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, and ALLM, making it a great choice for PS5 gamers. Best Buy is also offering the same TV for $2,799.
"Efficient Summer Cooling Tips from Entergy"
Pepco, which serves customers in D.C. and parts of Maryland, suggests setting your thermostat a few degrees higher than normal, lowering blinds and closing drapes during the hottest part of the day, getting a tuneup for your air conditioner, changing filters, using ceiling fans to evenly distribute cool air, running appliances at night, and signing up for usage alerts to save money and energy while keeping your house cool this summer.