When the weather gets cold and wet, we all want a jacket that keeps us dry, warm, and stylish. Weatherproofing cotton outerwear using wax and oils has been here since the 1400s, which was very common among sailors and pirates. Unfortunately, most pre-waxed cotton jackets are not cheap. A practical option to weatherproofing your cotton …

Football is a messy game. Even if you play the game on artificial turf where it’s free of grass and mud, you can’t avoid the sweat. If you don’t keep your helmet clean, it will soon be smelling like a pair of sweaty gym socks. The offensive smell from your football helmet contains bacteria from …

A quality sleeping bag may be one of the most significant camping gear investments you ever make. The sleeping bag costs a hundred dollars, but if you take good care of it, it will last longer. If you neglect it, its quality ruins and all the money invested goes into the drain. In this article, …

Timberland boots are synonymous with fashion, but they are also very efficient workboots. And if you happen to use your timberland boots for work activities, you probably get them murky more times than you would wish. While it is easy to clean regular boots made out of leather, timberland boots are a different case. This …

Having a grip tape on your skateboard is as essential as having a bath mat in your bathroom. It prevents you from slipping and falling. It helps your skateboard shoes stay in place as you skate. And since you also use your skateboarding shoes to walk, then dirt is ultimately transferred to your grip tape. …

Hiking boots need extra care when cleaning as opposed to regular shoes. This is because they endure way more dirt, mud and moisture regardless of whether you were on a leisurely hike to break them in or going hard on some tough trail out in the wilderness. Sometimes even for several days consecutively. Meaning they …

Squirrels are cute little creatures but can cause havoc on your patio and become a nuisance. They use leaves, twigs, animal fur, and other natural materials to make their nests. But when they can’t find these objects in the wild, they come looking for them on your patio furniture and cushions. They could also come …

Any rigorous activity makes your shoes stinky, especially if they are not made from breathable material. This can be a bit of a turn-off, especially if you tend to go rock climbing in a group. All you need to do is learn how to clean your rock climbing shoes. And all your stinky shoe days …

With record high temperatures this summer, it is imperative to have a functioning air conditioner. The GE air conditioners are some of the best air conditioners on the market. Not only are they durable, but they are also smart, energy-efficient, and easy to operate. However, even the best air conditioner tends to break down occasionally. …

There is nothing as disgusting as pulling on a pair of smelly snowboard boots. It doesn’t matter how good looking your boots are – they’re going to smell if you store them wet. And once they start smelling, it is very hard to get rid of the smell. Any Form of Heat Will Accelerate the …