How to Store Christmas Decorations: Pick the Bin for What’s Inside
Clear or opaque is only half the question. Light, heat and damp each damage decorations differently, so here’s how to pack every box for what’s in it.
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Three Feet Isn’t the Whole Rule: How Space Heaters Actually Start Fires
Keeping a space heater three feet from anything that burns is a good start, but it isn’t the whole rule. Fire data also points to cords, recalls, warning signs and closed doors.
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Over the Harness, Not Under It: Coats, Covers, and Car Seats
A puffy coat can hide slack in a car seat harness. Learn the pinch test and the coat test, and what “crash tested” really means on covers and inserts.
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Measure the Head, Not the Birthday: How to Choose a Kid’s Bike Helmet
The age on a helmet box is only a starting point. Here’s how to measure your child’s head, check the fit, and know when a helmet needs replacing.
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Button Batteries and Magnets Aren’t Just in Toys. Here’s What to Check at Home.
Button batteries and magnets hide in remotes, key fobs, holiday lights and toys. Here’s how to check your home, and what to do if one goes missing.
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Organizing Your Junk Drawer Is Only Half the Job
Sorting the drawer is only half the job. Decide what stays, what moves and what doesn’t belong, then set one rule for the next thing that comes in.
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Sports Equipment Storage: What Your Gear Needs Before You Put It Away
Dirty, damp gear is how equipment gets ruined between seasons. Here’s how to clean, dry, inspect and store it so it’s ready for the next game day.
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