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Toilet paper isn’t something most people ponder about too often, but why it’s white may cross your mind someday. This bathroom staple hasn’t always boasted its pristine white color; in fact, although the beloved toilet paper roll was invented in 1857, it didn’t become white until the 1950s. Who Invented Toilet Paper? Using paper…

Soap: a staple in every kitchen, bathroom, and just about anywhere a water fixture is present! And if you’re fond of using a bar of soap over a liquid alternative, then you know it’s hard to foresee when you’ll have to replace it. However, there may be a way to help keep your current…

Nowadays, there’s a greener, more eco-friendly approach for everything — including your home’s plumbing. Whether it’s replacing your current showerhead for a low-flow unit or using a natural, DIY drain cleaner instead of chemicals, there are plenty of ways to make a vast improvement in the plumbing department! If you’re looking to make a…

Summer is here, but you still have to work — and even if you haven’t attended school in decades, you wish summer vacation was something you could still look forward to. Having to go out of the house and work when it’s a sweltering 90-plus degrees outside can make coming home to a hot…

Whether you currently have young children or your children are now much older, you know that when you hear “Uh, oh…” from another room that you’re in for an unexpected surprise (and not necessarily in a good way, either). One of the prime spots for kids to “surprise” their parents is with various plumbing…

When you fill up your pooch’s water bowl, where does that water come from? For most dog owners, they’ll fill it to the brim with unfiltered tap H2O. However, using unfiltered water isn’t the greatest option. In fact, it’s actually best to stop altogether and only provide your fur baby with the purest filtered…

To wash your vegetables or not, that is the question — but luckily, we have the answer you’re looking for. When it comes to produce, some might be using regular tap water to clean their greens, but it would be better to use filtered water, instead. Here’s why you should consider making the switch:…

Your showerhead is making a loud noise because your water pressure is too high or your showerhead is clogged. Whether you prefer to start off your day with a refreshing shower, or rinse off all your cares after a long day, one thing is certain: the last thing you want to hear is your…

Beer is revered for a lot of reasons, but there are some hidden reasons you might not expect. The oldest beer dates back over 9,000 years to China, but most people consider the ancestor of beer as we know it today to belong to the Sumerians in ancient Mesopotamia. Suffice it to say that…

Humidity levels in your home have a greater impact than you think. While you might think dry air is best, it can actually do a lot of harm. A humidity imbalance in your home can cause property damage and health problems, and you may not even realize that the cause of your issues is…