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INDIANAPOLIS , July 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Would it surprise you to know that one in five adults leaves the washroom without washing their hands? The busiest room in the house may also be the least efficient, according to a recent study conducted by Delta Faucet(1). The popular faucet brand recently teamed up with Savvy Mommy® Victoria Pericon to launch a nationwide survey to uncover Americans ' bathroom behaviors . According to the survey, nearly 75 percent of households have at most two bathrooms, which each person uses more than 5-10 times each day. Recent U.S. Census data shows the average American household has 2.6 residents, meaning those rooms are visited 13-26 times daily. Suffice it to say, the bathroom is one of the most frequented places in the whole house. "People forget that the bathroom is an integral part of their at-home experience," said family lifestyle expert Savvy Mommy® Victoria Pericon . "Whether it serves as a private sanctuary for mom,...

The 2552 twin-bed rear-bath Phoenix Cruiser Class B-plus has a bright and open floorplan that truly shines Even before I saw the Phoenix Cruiser , I already liked it because of the name. And there had to be a backstory about why an RV is named after a mythological bird that dies in a fire of its own making, only to rise from the ashes. Well, it turns out that is the Phoenix Cruiser story : “It came out of the ashes of a previous company that was started by a man with a dream on a shoestring budget,” explained Earl Robbins , sales manager. The company, founded in 1996, successfully manufactured Class B-plus motorhomes until 2008 when the recession hit. After losing dealers to the slowing economy, the Phoenix Cruiser is now factory-direct. glass doors flank the 32- inch LED TV." width="400" height="267" /> Elegant, practical cherry-wood cabinets with smoked- glass doors flank the 32- inch LED TV. Rising through bad times is a good story, and when the Phoe...

As my children get older and more self-sufficient, I’m amazed at how my organizational strategies continue to change and morph with their needs… as well as my own. I’m convinced that our home is more user-friendly, more functional, and (best of all) STAYS more organized if I simply put a little extra thought into how I set up their closets, their toys, their crafts, and anything else they access on a regular basis — because if my systems works well, it’s very easy for the kids to get their own things out (without bothering me) and put them away again (without needing my help!) Of course, just rearranging a closet or toy cabinet won ’t magically transform your children into cleaning machines (after all, there needs to be habits in place as well) — but if you currently struggle with helping your children to get and stay somewhat neat and organized, I do think the ideas in today’s post will be helpful! Also, I should clarify that while the ideas and concepts in this post are great for ch...

By Barbara Forster / GateHouse Media ADDRESS: 3 Haskell St., Beverly BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 full; 1 half LIVING SPACE: 2,629 sq. ft. PRICE: $719,000   What’s inside this pristine Gambrel only moments from Beverly Farms Village , West Beach and the commuter train — an exceptionally livable floor plan that includes spacious rooms and custom updates by Siemasko & Verbridge — admittedly ratchets up the urge to rush through the door to see it all. Take your time! Check out a beautiful (and newly installed) front patio. This roomy outdoor haven is guaranteed to become a favorite summer spot for everyone. A nearby grilling "deck" is the ultimate convenience. Now let’s go in An enclosed front porch that is the width of the house is a delightful variation on a venerable Yankee tradition : the vestibule. A great space to welcome guests or to linger at the end of a visit, this indoor/outdoor spot is also a comfortable place to relax when Mother Nature is having an off day. ...

Bitter arctic air and a winter storm system are putting most of the country in a deep chill through the weekend with major ice storms , power outages and temperatures ten to 30 degrees below normal. The American Red Cross has ten ways people can stay safe during the deep freeze. COLD SAFETY TIPS 1. Wear layers of lightweight clothing to stay warm. Gloves and a hat will help prevent losing your body heat. 2. Bring pets indoors . If they can’t come inside, make sure they have enough shelter to keep them warm and that they can get to unfrozen water. 3. Protect your pipes - run water, even at a trickle, to help prevent your pipes from freezing. Open the kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. Be sure to move any harmful cleaners and household chemicals out of the reach of children. Keep the garage doors closed if there are water lines in the garage. 4. Keep the thermostat at the same temperature day and night. Your heating bill may be...

By Barbara Forster / GateHouse Media ADDRESS: 3 Haskell St., Beverly BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 full; 1 half LIVING SPACE: 2,629 sq. ft. PRICE: $719,000   What’s inside this pristine Gambrel only moments from Beverly Farms Village , West Beach and the commuter train — an exceptionally livable floor plan that includes spacious rooms and custom updates by Siemasko & Verbridge — admittedly ratchets up the urge to rush through the door to see it all. Take your time! Check out a beautiful (and newly installed) front patio. This roomy outdoor haven is guaranteed to become a favorite summer spot for everyone. A nearby grilling "deck" is the ultimate convenience. Now let’s go in An enclosed front porch that is the width of the house is a delightful variation on a venerable Yankee tradition : the vestibule. A great space to welcome guests or to linger at the end of a visit, this indoor/outdoor spot is also a comfortable place to relax when Mother Nature is having an off day. ...

By Russ and Tiña De Maris “How do you store stuff in your cupboards?” asks the new RVer. Fearful that the shifting and bumping of the road would cause grief (and broken crockery), the question becomes, “How do you store your stuff safely?” Will dining life on the road be limited to paper plates, Styrofoam cups and plastic knives and forks? Happily, carrying stuff safely in your RV isn’t as difficult as some might imagine — it just calls for a little forethought and planning. RV manufacturers typically put strong door catches on cupboards, which can prevent flying dishes . Still, some are concerned about what might go on behind closed (cupboard) doors. Is there a way to secure your stuff inside the cabinet? Start at the ground floor first: Non-skid materials are great for perching plates on. Yes, you can find non-skid material for sale at Camping World stores , but we’ve found an even better (and less expensive) alternative is right down at the neighborhood Walmart store . You can buy...

Overview Let’s face it. Showers are the bathing choice of just about everyone. So if your bathroom has become a family bottleneck because you don’t have enough shower stalls or the one you have is leaking, read on. We’ll show you how to replace a leaky base, replace a tub with a shower only or install an additional shower to handle demand. Preformed shower bases have vastly simplified the installation process. They’re virtually leakproof and are vastly easier to install than traditional solid mortar bases . Still, setting a base can be challenging, especially when you’re remodeling older plumbing . In this article, we’ll show you how to rip out an old tub and replace it with a one- piece fiberglass shower base . We’ll walk you through the tricky parts, first how to relocate the drain just right, then the necessary venting. Next, we’ll show how to set a rock-solid base—one that won’t crack or leak down the road. Our step-by- step instructions will take you right up to the point where ...