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8 Tips for Eliminating Odors in a Studio Kitchen

Staff Writer

 · Dec 1, 2010

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For those with a small studio kitchen, it can be even harder to keep “kitchen funk” from enveloping the whole home. Kitchens are notorious for accumulating not-so-great smells, but you have a lot of options on how to de-odorize your cooking area. Try any combination of these general tips for a fresher, cleaner kitchen and […]

To anyone who tends to move around frequently, a storage bed frame can seem like a terrible idea. However, there is actually more than one reason to go with this kind of setup for your bedroom, especially if you plan to stay in one place for a while. Take a look at all of the […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 29, 2010

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Moving in together is a huge step for any couple. Before you even begin learning the ins and outs of each other’s home behavior you have to figure out how to merge all of your belongings in one place. Sometimes merging the items isn’t the problem—it’s making everything fit in the apartment! If you’re about […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 24, 2010

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Bunk beds aren’t just for kids, and they may be the best space saving solution for lofts. Adult bunk beds range in size from full to king size. They pose the same risks as kids bunk beds, such as the risk of falling out and injuring yourself. You can take necessary precautions to protect yourself, […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 23, 2010

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Dinner tables are a must-have in most apartments, and there are many styles to choose from. The problem is that some styles don’t work well in an apartment setting with limited space. When all you have to work with is an eat-in kitchen, or if you live in a studio apartment with nothing but a […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 19, 2010

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In a small kitchen, the counter is often an underused utility that can free up other space in the apartment. If your kitchen and living area are cramped, putting even the smallest kitchen table in your apartment can waste otherwise usable space. Instead, use your counter as your table. Making the Counter Serve Multiple Functions […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 18, 2010

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Cooking meals with a crock pot is a smart idea for apartment dwellers who are short on space—and it makes sense for anyone who wants to save time and energy. Learn how using this versatile appliance, also known as a slow cooker, will have a positive impact on your apartment life. Saving Time with a […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 17, 2010

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You have to be conservative with respect to using space when you live in an efficiency apartment. The following storage solutions can help you make the most of your limited space. 1 – Get Rid of Anything You Don’t Really Use or Need The last place you want a pile of clutter or any kind of […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 16, 2010

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Picking out baby bedroom furniture can be a special and fun time in your life. While furnishing the baby’s room is in some ways easier than other rooms in the apartment, it does still have its own set of challenges. You’re often limited by space in an apartment, and you might be tempted to stuff […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 15, 2010

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One of the first items on your baby gift registry, or shopping list needs to be a baby safety gate. Before you know it, your baby will be motoring around your apartment, getting into many rooms and things that you don’t want them to. It’s difficult to keep your eye on them every moment, but […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 12, 2010

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