It’s estimated the average employee spends 90,000 hours at work. So, at Smash.to, we can only imagine how long we’ve spent at our desks. We probably know every coffee stain and ink smudge. …
DIY Speed Hacks to Cut Time on Chores
Take Care of Spills as Soon as they Happen! At Smash.to we know that a nice smelling meal out of the oven may look like a gorgeous movie scene, but what they don’t show in movies is the tiresome process of cleaning the burnt crust that follows. However, there is a simple hack that can save you a lot of time and pain-brushing. Fill a bowl resistance to heat with water and leave it at 400 F / ~ 200 C for about 15 or 20 minutes. When hot enough, switch the heating off and wait for it to cool down. Water vapour helps to soften any buildups on the walls and ceiling of your average oven. This way, wiping dirt off with a sponge or paper towels becomes simple and easy. A good piece of advice comes from Galen-N, calling for a DIY mixture …
Common Causes Clogging Blocked Drains & Pipes
Despite initially being fairly minor issues, blocked drains and clogged pipes can very quickly escalate into major plumbing problems. The best way to deal with these annoying and often costly blockages is by learning how to recognise and prevent them. With that in mind, Smash.to lists some common causes of clogs in your drains below and the most effective ways to clear them. Wipes By now all people should know that wipes are not meant to end up in the toilet. Grease, Fat, Oil Grease from cooking is built-up with the minerals in the water, it creates a residue on the inside surface of your pipes. This residue then becomes hardened and solidifies inside your plumbing, which eventually becomes a blockage that …
When To Replace A Boiler?
Boilers need replacement and that should be a sensible expense. However, certain signs alarm of the immediate need to check the boiler condition, as boilers just don’t last forever. Water heaters are meant to serve us for just so long. Once unreliable and inefficient, replace. If a unit drops dead tomorrow, that is both inconvenient and an unexpected cost with little alternative. …
Rendering Houses With Tyrolean
Homeowners can improve the exterior of their home with a fresh coat of paint. The exterior wall surfaces are battered by sun, rain, and wind over time but an application to render will make it look great again! You don't have to worry about cracks in brick or masonry because there is new technology that suits both old homes as well as newer ones like period properties. We all want the kerb appeal of our homes to be appealing and valuable, but did you know that rendering your home is one way in which these things can happen? There are many types of render out there for different improvement project or for when designing your own house build. They give a range of finishes depending on what type it is - like weather-resistant or brightly …
Dangers of Smart Meters Know the Truth
Most of the smart devices we use today utilize radio frequency or electromagnetic waves to communicate. These waves are constantly flowing all around us the entire time. However, for us to understand the dangers of smart meters, we first need to know what it is and how does it work. What is a Smart Meter? A smart meter utilizes wireless technology to enable your electrical and gas suppliers to measure your daily usage remotely to gather more data. This meter communicates by using the same radio frequency EMF signals that are produced by your smartphones and Wi-Fi router. These meters are being set up to provide the utility company and you with the data of how much electricity you have been using or how gas it has taken to heat the …
Moving Home And The Best Way To Avoid Chaos
It is well known that moving home is one of the most traumatic events in a person's life, and you may hear people say "never again" after the event. There are many studies to back this up. So when it comes to moving home do we go with the flow and hope for the best? Or do we take the bull by the horns and make sure that we are in control of every little detail? It does depend on the person and circumstances, but here are some ideas on how you can move home, and hopefully, avoid the chaos that can sometimes occur. Prepare Everything In Advance There are many things you can do in advance when it comes to moving home. The obvious ones are packing and dealing with service providers, but there are also some tasks that you might not …
What To Look For In A Plumber
All homeowners will need a good plumber at one point or another be it to hide some radiator pipes, conceal some boiler pipework or to fix a small leak. Good plumbing is vital to the health of your home, so when you do find yourself in need of a plumber you should always choose the very best. Here are a few things to look out for in a plumber to ensure you find the very best fit for your needs and peace of mind. Keep A Budget In Mind Do your research and ensure that you have a solid idea of what different kinds of work will cost. This will be invaluable in making sure you get the best deal. While you should never sacrifice quality for lower costs it can be helpful to know what a fair amount for the work is you need …
How to Become Interior Stylist?
The very first connection that most people make to an interior stylist is that of pretty fabrics, furniture rearrangement, or material shopping. If only being an interior stylist was as easy and straightforward! What if the big picture also involves cabinet spacing, steering a client away from investing in a budget-blowing item, working on the seasonal installation for a commercial storefront, and developing a solid presentation for an architectural review board? For those who are all set for it but wondering, "How to get to this point?" here are a few essential steps to follow. Step#1 Pursuing an interior styling course An interior stylist must possess several technical, creative, and transferable skills. Though creativity, …
Do I Need A Removals Company?: The Pros and Cons of Moving Decorative Furniture Pieces By Yourself
Are you moving with decorative furniture items in tow? If so, then you’re probably wondering if you can get away with moving such items yourself. I mean, it’s no surprise, given the fact that moving is an extremely costly endeavour. However, there are some disadvantages to moving such items without the help of a professional moving company. That is why to help you decide if you should take the DIY route in transporting some of your luxury and decorative furniture pieces, we’ve come up with a list that weighs its pros and cons. What Classifies As Decorative Furniture? Before we go on to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of moving decorative furniture, it is best to establish a clear distinction as to what is classified as …