How to Make Your Cheap Office Chair More Comfortable

Although high-end chairs are built with high-quality materials, sturdier frames, and a much greater range of ergonomic adjustments than the average chair from Staples or Wayfair, a cheap chair could still fit perfectly if you make some smart modifications. 

A few inexpensive cushions can make any office chair more supportive and comfortable-and some tweaks to your keyboard and monitor can make everything fit ergonomically with the “new” chair.

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12 Tips to Make Christmas Dinner Easier

Sure, you could go out to eat for Christmas dinner – many people do just that – but if you’re dreaming of an old-fashioned Christmas with the family, you’re probably making plans to eat in.

And if you’re looking for ways to make preparing Christmas dinner easier, we’ve got you covered. Here are 12 ways to make the task of shopping and preparing this special meal easier.

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Best Ways to Improve Your Home’s Water Quality

Best Ways To Improve Your Home's Water Quality

We all want to know that the water we drink and use in our homes is safe for ourselves and our families. However, even if you receive your water from a municipal source, there can still be many harmful contaminants that may affect your health and damage appliances and fixtures. Read on below to discover the best ways to improve your home’s water quality. 

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7 Common Sense Ways to Save on Your Home Heating Costs This Winter

The furnace has been inspected and serviced, and you lower the thermostat when you are away from home, but your heating bill is still taking a big bite out of your budget.

Despite it being frustrating to see such small returns, saving money on your heating bill doesn’t have to be difficult.

Consider adding these small things to what you are doing now and see how much you can save this winter:

1. Dress warm

As much as 5% can be saved on your heating costs for every degree that you lower your thermostat (in the 60 to 70 degree range).

While you are away from home or sleeping, set your thermostat as low as 55 degrees to reduce your heating bill – by up to 20 percent! If you have a heat pump, this won’t work as it requires warmer temperatures to run)

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Essential Tips for Building a House on a Budget

Essential Tips for Building a House on a Budget

Building a house is an exciting process. With careful planning, you can create your dream space. However, homes are expensive, so it’s important to create a budget. If you’re thinking about building a home, read these essential tips for building a house on a budget for valuable information.

Create a Detailed Plan

Before you break ground, it’s critical to create a detailed plan. Your plan includes but is not limited to blueprints, material costs, and an estimated timeline of monthly projects. Without a detailed plan, you will find yourself making random adjustments that will derail you from your budget. Therefore, it’s best if you take your time when you create your plan. You can also talk to contractors and have them look over your details to ensure you’re not missing anything.

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