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  Summertime is upon us, and this is the perfect time of year to show your home a little TLC!  We’ve gathered a list of recommendations for  SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE:   Check Under Bathroom Sink Cabinets for Leaks Check Under Kitchen Sink Cabinets for Leaks Check Your AC Units, Clean and Vacuum the Vents, and Check the Ductwork for Damage Check Your House’s Siding, Repair Cracks, and Pressure Wash Your Home’s Exterior Clean Kitchen Exhaust Fan Filter Clean Refrigerator and Freezer Coils and Empty/Clean Drip Trays Clean Your Dishwasher and Inspect for Leaks Deep Clean Inside Your Refrigerator and Freezer Inspect the Weather Stripping Outside of Your Doors and Windows Remove Lint from Washer Hose and Dryer Vent Schedule a Chimney Cleaning Schedule a Roof Inspection Schedule Air Conditioning Service Seal Tile Grout in all Bathrooms Vacuum the Vents Inside Your Home Wash Your Windows Inside and Outside Water Your Grass and Landscaping More Often in Areas that Need Ex...

 Choosing the right cabinetry is an essential step to designing a functional and beautiful space. Cabinets are vital storage solutions, especially in the kitchen, bathroom, mudroom, home office, or even as a built-in feature in your family room.  However, cabinets offer more than just functional storage in a space. They set the tone for the whole design aesthetic. You may think that traditional-style cabinets and modern-style cabinets wouldn’t make much of a difference visually, but they have a loud voice in the overall design. That’s why choosing suitable cabinets when upgrading a room isn’t a decision you should take lightly.  Selecting cabinets is more personal and nuanced than you might think. Most homeowners don’t know where to start and feel overwhelmed by the vast amount of options available. This is where we come in, narrowing down the selections only to what is best for your lifestyle and design goals. To help show you all that is involved behind the scenes and i...

When you enter a premier tanning salon , you might be met with the question: “Would you like a stand-up tanning bed or a lay-down tanning bed?” If you haven’t been given this choice before, you may feel confused as to which is the best decision. Ultimately, it’s a matter of preference for most people. Both  types of tanning beds  will provide an amazing, natural-looking tan, but the experience can vary. This breakdown will help you make the choice that is right for you: Selecting a Lay-Down Tanning Bed Lay down tanning beds allow you to rest and relax while getting your desired tan. This is a more traditional bed and is often what people expect when they come for a tanning salon experience. For many, this is the only time during their day when they can rest their eyes and let their mind wander. In many ways, it’s a therapeutic experience and can be very comforting under the warm lights. Lay down tanning bed sessions last anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes. The lights are not usua...

 The market for a true wireless earbud has exploded over the last few years. Sure, Apple's AirPods and AirPods Pro remain bestsellers in the category, but there is more to a pair of Blackpods than the brand. Plenty of excellent competitors are available, several of which are new for 2021, and they offer superior audio quality, battery life and performance. Some of these buds are more suited for Android users who can't take advantage of the AirPods' and AirPods Pro's Apple-only features such as hands-free Siri and spatial audio with head-tracking, in the case of the AirPods Pro.  The best wireless earbuds have an ergonomic design that not only creates a secure fit but also makes the buds comfortable to wear over long periods. A tight seal against the ear canal is also crucial for optimizing sound quality and noise-canceling performance if you're using noise-isolating earbuds with ear tips like the AirPods Pro (the standard Apple AirPod has an open design). If you can...

With this week's update to the entire iPod lineup, many have been asking "Who are iPods even for these days?" Well, I worked the last 3 years managing an electronics department for Target, and have sold a lot of Apple devices over that time. Since Apple doesn't break down demographics for who is buying each device, I thought I would share my experience. Buy best BlackPods It should of course be noted that I am just one person and my experience may not be 100% accurate with its representation of the market. After doing some quick mental math, it's fair to say 5,000-10,000 Apple devices moved through my department in my tenure. That's quite enough to pick up some trends, so here we go. iPod Touch The iPod Touch is far and away the best selling iPod I sold. I didn't sell it to everyone, though. It tended to be for either very young or very old people. While almost everyone between ages 18 and 50 have a smartphone that they're pretty comfortable using for ...