Outdoor watering is the largest use of water in the summertime for residents. And as drought conditions become more frequent, engineering creative ways to reduce our water consumption outside is ...

Rain chains are less likely to clog than gutters, can create a pleasing sound, and help move rainwater from gutters to drains or water receptacles, like rain barrels. Since rain chains help direct ...

He started on a new undertaking this past March when he became a research adviser specializing in the history of plastic toy kits, a new post created at leading plastic model maker Tamiya Inc ...

Every family should have a Storm Readiness Kit. Here are suggestions for how to make three kits: basic, upgraded and ultimate ...

The main problem is that you will also have to shell out for paint and lacquer on top of the kit. IntroductionA touch-up kit is a cheap and simple way of removing stone chips and blemishes from ...

Every so often, sometimes multiple times per week depending on the time of year, Mother Nature provides a suitable resource that can be used to hydrate a garden, fill a birdbath or even wash the car.

These Striped Bamboo Chopsticks from Crate & Barrel won over our testers with ... These helper chopsticks are comfortable to use, with a plastic hinge that creates an easy level of tension.

A rain barrel is placed under a gutter's downspout next to a house, small sheds or other outdoor structures to collect rain water from the roof. The water can then be used in various ways including to ...

Pumps up to 1380-gallons per hour; pumps water up to 20-vertical feet; 1-1/4 inch discharge for high capacity pumping includes 3/4 inch garden hose adapter Fully submersible utility pump for use ...

Centre Wellington District High School is now accepting pre-sale orders for a Truckload Rain Barrel Sale on May 3 at CWDHS from 3:30 to 5:30pm. Rain barrels are being sold for $55 each and funds ...

Rain gauges are the secret weapon of farmers to disaster readiness groups, to meteorologists, and to monitor droughts. But gardeners can use it, too! This simple yet effective gadget always comes in ...

Excellent Fall weather continues. The mornings will be crisp and cool, so keep a jacket handy until 8 or 9 AM. Expect afternoon 80s with beach 70s and mostly sunny skies. Remember, most of the local ...