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Only clean clothes go into dryers, so you don’t expect these appliances to start smelling bad. Whenever you go to retrieve your clothes after a drying cycle, you expect the …

I worked at a coffee shop for four years, and the cramped kitchen housed outlets that supplied energy to the oven and panini press. Turns out, those outlets were on …

There are so many different types of electrical boxes out there, so it’s easy to get confused and get your wires crossed. Although quite small, these boxes are crucial to …

If you are aware of the requirements in California for warning labels about chemicals that can cause health and developmental problems, you might wonder if IKEA is a safe choice. …

Some people find furniture assembly fun, while others are somewhat less inclined to put together a human-sized puzzle made from heavy slabs of wood and a confusing array of screws …

It is unrealistic to live in a world where you would need to replace your mattress every time it gets damaged or infested with dust mites. Enter mattress covers. The …

I don’t know about you, but when I think of IKEA, I only think of wooden pieces—shelves, bookcases, wardrobes, bed frames, etc. Sofas just don’t come to mind when I …

Moving any furniture can be a hassle, especially if it’s to a new home! IKEA brand furniture is notorious for its mixed reputation, and that can certainly lead one to …

I’m not sure where and when I learned it, but it seems like I’ve always been aware of how delicate particleboard is when it comes to drilling and screws. It …

Both old work and new work electrical boxes are designed to house wiring and act as a connection point between the ceiling/wall and a fixture or outlet. Old work electrical …