Dishwashing gloves are essential in a restaurant kitchen and at home. They protect your hands and nails from harsh dishwashing soaps, detergents, and hot water. Exposure to these can cause skin problems such as hand eczema. Glass utensils are slippery when wet, and it is easy to break them if you do not use gloves.…
One of the areas in the kitchen which regularly gets dirty is the walls, especially near the cooker. It takes a short period for the area to get oil stains which can be a bother to remove. However, there are many different ways to clean away this, both DIY and using store-bought grease cutters. You…
A trivet is a stand you used when serving food from a pot or dish that’s hot. The frame is heatproof and protects your table or other furniture from heat damage. A cast-iron trivet applies in so many household activities like in campfire cookouts and over a stove. Since the iron retains heat, you can…
Carpet beetles are small, brown, and black pests that usually attack the carpet and other upholstery around your home. They are quite small, but like other home pests, they can multiply fast, and within no tie, you will have a whole infestation. They start as small brown worms before maturing into small beetles. It isn’t…
House centipedes are house-invading arthropods and are attracted to places where they can get food and protection. What attracts centipedes in your house House centipedes get into your house through cracks, holes, gaps, drains, or doors and windows that are poorly sealed. Centipedes feed on pests, and so a pest infestation in your house will…
Water bugs usually come out in summer from drains at homes and in street drains. These insects typically prefer to live outdoors but can also invade basements, dark and damp areas. You can find them in bathtubs, kitchen sinks, or sewer drain pipes. So, if these insects have invaded your home, let’s find ways to…
Whiteflies are a popular greenhouse and garden pest that’s difficult to get rid of totally. Whitefly infestations can damage flowers, vegetables, and fruits. What causes whitefly infestation Drought Plants suffering from water stress are more prone to whitefly infestations. If you reside in an area whose summers are mainly hot and dry, or you keep…
A wolf spider is a big and hairy spider that is super fast. Although it is poisonous,it only bites when disturbed. The mild stinging or redness from its bite can be treated with a topical ointment or an ice pack. How to deal with wolf spiders outdoors Outdoors, you will find wolf spiders in rocks,…
Sugar ants are often tricky to get rid of; however, there are plenty of safe ways of eliminating and preventing them from reentering your home. Although the ants aren’t dangerous to you or your family, they are annoying and challenging to eliminate. Here is what you should know about getting rid of sugar ants using…
Many homeowners opt to install engineered hardwood floors due to their durability, easy maintenance, and timeless class. Those with children or large families can rest easy knowing that they don’t have to worry about the floors looking dirty. However, while they may be easier to maintain than carpet and other options, you still have to…