If you think that the dishwasher and oven are the most energy-hungry appliances in your kitchen, think again! There's another appliance that's driving up your electricity bill.

From used clothing to appliances, more and more consumers are opting for second-hand as a way to save money while reducing their environmental impact. Trae Bodge, smart shopping expert and founder of ...

Although a cord isn't technically an appliance, it's important to know there's an inherent danger in connecting one to ...

Extension cords and power strips are safe for most home and office electronics, but for many appliances, they can be a bad ...

Blocks of ice were harvested from area lakes and rivers and stored in warehouses until they were delivered to homes and businesses. The guy who transported the cakes of ice was known as the ice man.

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My kitchen is spacious with plenty of counter space, so I have room for a toaster oven (along with a variety of other appliances). As I mentioned, a toaster oven is one of my most-used kitchen ...

I needed to reorganize it all so that everything would eventually be used, and I wouldn’t replenish until necessary. First, I started with the fridge. I removed items and wiped down each shelf. This ...

While your home stays nice and toasty in the winter, your garage does not. Garage-ready refrigerators are specifically designed to function effectively in a wider range of temperatures than ...

Electric cars have gone from pricey purchases to some of the biggest bargains on the used-car lot, as resale values for the vehicles have tumbled. Two years ago, some used electric-car models were ...

Dear Heloise: Because leaving tea to brew in the sun may allow bacteria to grow, it’s safer to make it in the refrigerator instead. I leave mine in the fridge for 24 hours and end up with a nice ...