How many of you already use companion planting techniques?
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Companion Planting
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Feb 102016
Houseplants That Are Good For Indoor Air Quality
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Feb 052016
12 NASA approved houseplants that are good for indoor air quality.
Back in the ’80s, NASA and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America did a study where they discovered which houseplants were the most effective in purifying the air in space facilities. Though you may not be living in a rocket ship, you can definitely benefit from having one or more of these plants in your home.
All of these indoor plants have been found to filter out common volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which can come from paints, cleaning supplies, pesticides, building materials, furnishings, and other common household products.
Take note that some plants are easier to care for than others, and you should fully research the plant before taking them home, as some plants (such as the heartleaf philodoendron) can be toxic for pets or small children if accidentally consumed.
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Police Codes
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Jan 312016
Courtesy of Zipscanners.com, here is a detailed info graphic to let you know what Police codes actually mean:
How To Of The Day: Fork Door Lock
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Jan 302016
An ordinary dinner fork could protect you while you’re at home or traveling.
This little fork trick is a portable solution for instant locking any doors you want!
Enjoy!
I came up with a way to lock a door by modifying a dinner fork. Some folks may have seen my earlier video on my channel called “portable door lock”, which I made from flat 1/8″ steel . The Fork Lock, however, is way easier to make. This lock is very useful when wanting to add a little extra security to a motel room, public restrooms (which often have broken locks), or on any interior, or exterior door.
How To Of The Day: Start A Fire In The Rain
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Jan 262016
The Art of Manliness put together this handy visual guide that makes it easy to remember the steps to get a fire started in the rain.
Knowing how to start a fire is one thing; knowing how to do it in the rain is a whole other. Whether you’re a frequent camper, or an avid hiker, it’s an important skill to have. In an emergency situation, it may very well be the difference between life and death, as fire provides not only warmth, but food as well. (Note that cutting bark from a tree should in fact only be done in an actual emergency, as this can damage and even kill the tree.) Follow the tips above and you’ll never be without the skills to start a fire, even on a damp and rainy adventure.
As a bonus, learn how to make your own char cloth (firestarter).
Illustrated by Ted Slampyak