Health & Safety

When it comes to studio apartments you have to be extra conscious of fire safety. Here are 8 fire safety tips for studio apartment dwellers: 1. Escape Plan Studio apartments often only have the front door as a single entrance/exit. Studios rarely have access to a balcony, and some don’t even have windows. Consider these […]

A dehumidifier can bring great relief, if you live in a humid climate or have allergies. Few things adversely affect your quality of life like dankness, which makes the air feel heavy. One way to combat high humidity, and to keep your air smelling fresh and clean, is to purchase a dehumidifier. Effects of High Humidity High […]

You can enjoy the wonders of barbecue cooking right on your balcony if you follow basic fire safety tips. A simple accident can cause major damage to your own apartment and to your neighbor’s. Before you start, review these 5 tips for safe barbecuing: 1. Don’t Use Propane There are many choices for grills, but […]

Knowing how to clean hardwood floors can keep your apartment looking neat and fresh. Cleaning hardwood floors incorrectly can damage or discolor the floor, so be sure you know what you’re doing before attempting to clean your floors. Step 1: Identifying the Flooring Materials You may think that you can identify a floor’s material by […]

To clean your vertical blinds, the first step is to establish a routine of cleanliness. Although horizontal blinds are more prone to showing dust and dirt, vertical blinds will become plenty grimy if they aren’t cleaned regularly, so make sure you’re attending to them at least once a month. Especially if you’ve got an unnaturally […]

Apartment security products are a must-have for tenants who want to protect themselves and their personal property. No matter where you live, your apartment may be on some burglar’s list. Although having apartment security does not guarantee that your apartment won’t get broken into, it may buy you time to react to danger, and give […]

Rodent control is mandatory for keeping your apartment sanitary and comfortable. Mice are the most common rodents to infest apartments. Knowing your options for eliminating mice will help you to keep your home rodent-free. Are Mice Present? Mice leave evidence of their presence. Typically, you’ll notice mouse droppings (feces) wherever they’ve been. Their droppings look […]

Wherever you live, apartment safety should be a top priority, but when you have a sliding glass door, sliding door security should be at the top of that list. Here are some sliding door security tips to keep yourself, and your apartment safe. New Locks Some sliding doors simply lock with a lever, but others […]

Getting rid of a smoke smell when you move into a new apartment, or after guests leave, is a top priority for any non-smoker. How to eliminate the cigarette smoke smell is the question. Here are some simple and effective methods to get rid of the smell. 1 – Clean With Vinegar Cigarette smoke seeps […]