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Stain Removal Hacks [Infographic]

January 24January 31Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, carpet cleaning, cleaning, green living, hacks, infographic, tips, vinegar3 Comments

Abrasive and environmentally harsh chemicals are in most store brand carpet cleansers. However, there are just as effective ways to get your carpets looking like new with more friendly ingredients. These are safer for your pets, loved ones, and lungs, not to mention the fabric of your rugs.

It turns out that even the toughest looking stains, from oil splatter to permanent marker, can be removed simply and easily with items you probably have around the house. Your Best Digs lines up 10 nasty stains and pits them against these easy clean up methods that are environmentally friendly. Did you know you could get glue out of a carpet using an iron? Or stop crying over spilled wine with some baking soda?

Check out the infographic below for a number of sure-fire carpet stain removal methods that will keep your rugs in great shape, no matter what hits them.

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Woodworking Hacks [Infographic]

December 15December 14Posted in DIY, Uncategorized, WoodTagged clothes spin nail holder, comb nail storage, diy, hacks, how to sharpen blades, infographic, toothpaste hole filler, wood, woodworkingLeave a comment

This visual from Crowe Sawmills details 10 hacks that could work brilliantly for woodworking projects with regular household items performing a basic yet clever task. Check out some clever woodworking hacks in the infographic below.

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Road trip Hacks [Infographic]

November 19December 13Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged apps, hacks, infographic, repurpose, road trip, tips, travel, UpcyclingLeave a comment

This visual highlights 24 road trip hacks from organizational tips to life-saving apps — like free overnight camping and pitstop finders — you’ll be prepared to hit the road knowing you’ve covered all the bases.

There are some nice repurpose hints there 😉

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Sleep Quality Hacks [Infographic]

October 22October 31Posted in HealthTagged circadian rhythm, exercise, hacks, Health, healthy lifestyle, infographic, productivity, sleep, wellbeingLeave a comment

Think about your sleep: How much do you know about it? Do you regularly track when you go to sleep and when you wake up? Do you know how deeply you’re sleeping, and how much you’re tossing and turning?

The answer might be—maybe, a little bit, and maybe not. That’s because many of us are simply sleep deprived and we don’t realize how bad the problem is. It’s so bad, in fact, that Americans spend about $52 billion on sleep aids and remedies, and still one-third of us aren’t getting enough rest.

That lack of rest is impacting us in profound ways, too, and not just when we nod off at our desks. Lack of sleep means that our hearts are stressed and we’re more prone to certain health conditions. So where do you fit into the sleep cycle continuum, and what things can you do to cultivate a better night of sleep? This graphic has some ideas.

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