A project we have coming up at Our Virginia Home is to give our deck a makeover. Thompson’s Water Seal has provided us with their Heavy Duty Deck Cleaner and Advanced Extra Strength Premium Waterproofer Plus: Natural Wood Protector product line for our project.
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Homemade Air Fresheners for Your Home
Delightful Country Cookin’ posted instructions for making a homemade gel air freshener with an estimated cost of $0.99. Spending hours in a room with harmful chemicals in the air from your purchased air freshener may be the cause of headaches or a foggy mind. I use baking soda in my fridge to help absorb smells….
Eton American Red Cross Axis Weatherband Radio
For several months, Matt and I have been looking for a weatherband radio for use in our home and when we do outdoor activities. Over the last few years, he has been collecting survival gear. A radio was one of the items we both felt would be a good idea to own. We tried out…
How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes
Looking for ways to reduce the likelihood that you’ll be bitten by mosquitoes while relaxing or working outside? Follow each of these steps to reduce mosquitoes on your property. Plants That Mosquitoes Dislike Lemongrass Also known as fever or citronella grass, lemongrass can help with problematic munchers aka mosquitoes. You can start lemongrass from seed…
Lower Your Electricity Bill This Winter
Need some tips to lower your electricity bill this winter? Air leaks throughout the home are sources of heat loss during cold winter months. According to the Department of Energy, you could potentially save between 5-30 percent per year by reducing drafts in your home! An easy way to see if you have warm air…