Has technology has made the home a less dangerous place? No doubt. Just think, for example, about how smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in residences — now mandatory in many …
New gen smoke/CO alarms are safer, more stylish
Tips on wasting less and eating better
About $800, Breville’s Super Q blender is an investment. But used to the fullest, it’s one I think can pay off in healthier, more flavourful food and less waste. The …
Learning to love my leaf blower
There’s a small but statistically significant number of people out there who think I’m a loud-mouth, a know-it-all, a contrarian. While there may be truth to all of these, I …
The toilet as a tool for civilization
While the toilet has long performed a fundamental function in the home, its role as a civilizing influence is largely ignored. That’s a pity, because the history of personal hygiene …
Prettying up a powder room
At 45 by 71 inches, the main-floor powder room is the smallest space in my home. Despite its tiny footprint, it sees a lot of traffic. A few years ago, …
