On the new T-8 model, Tormek have integrated the previously mounted sleeves for the Universal Support into the fully cast housing. This guarantees minimal play on the Universal Support, an innovation which improves control when sharpening and increases the accuracy of final results.…
Every homeowner finds it easy to dream of home renovations, while putting the wheels into motion is another story. Contrary to popular belief, household improvements can be economically completed in almost no time. These effortless projects will get the ball rolling and begin…
It was a Saturday while I threw half my stuff away. My inspiration? A book called “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” written by the “guru of tidiness” Mari Kondo. My relationship with my dorm room was strained. When others saw a boring…
It’s that special time again. Time to throw open the windows, bust out a mountain of cleaning supplies, blast some Beyoncé, get into a zone, and begin working on making your home spick and span. Yet hold on, hasty home cleaner: Before you…
Spring has eventually arrived—which means that after months of trudging through gray winter days and mountains of filthy snow, we’re lastly getting rewarded with longer days, blooming flowers, and brighter light streaming through our windows. However in place of making our homes feel…
For adults in their 20s, first out on their own and learning the ins and outs of home maintenance, whether in an apartment setting or first-time home, keeping a clean living space can be an ongoing battle. In spite of the tediousness of…
You’re perhaps used to reading the ingredient list on all your food by now. It’s comparatively much a habit. And you know exactly what words to look for therefore you know whether to avoid that particular product. But what about the ingredients in…
It is generally recognized that the labels of cleaning products hide dirty secrets. No federal or state law requires manufacturers to disclose the chemicals in products used for scrubbing bathrooms, mopping floors, washing windows or any other cleaning job, whether in homes, schools…
As the leaves fall and cooler weather begins to take over, it’s time for you to start thinking about winterizing your outdoor space. When your deck receives plenty of use during the summer with foot traffic, summer storms, scorching heat and high humidity,…
INTRODUCTION Drafty windows make it harder and less efficient to heat and cool a home throughout the year. Windows are not maintenance-free, but with regular cleaning, caulking and glazing they can be kept in good condition. STEP 1 Check for Drafts Determine if…