• Always keep the floor dry. Place non-skid slip-mats next to bathtubs and showers. The curb separating the bathroom and the bedroom or kitchen should also be kept dry at all times.
• If you have shower curtains, make sure that the bar holding it is firmly installed. Most people tend to grab the nearest thing to stop a fall, and in this case a secured shower curtain may help prevent a slip.
• If you prefer shower scenes, install shatterproof glass.
• Do not leave hair dryers or shavers plugged in if they are not in use.
• Keep the bathroom floor free from towels, clothes, and extension cords as these are also potential safety hazards.
• Avoid having glass containers like toothbrush holders or perfume bottles in the bathroom.
• Make sure the bathroom is adequately lighted.

Bathroom Safety For Children

• If you have young children in the house, place a step stool near the bathtub to help them climb in and out, and never leave your child unattended.
• Have lower drawers for storage of their towels and toys, and keep edges of counter-tops rounded. Also exercise caution when you dispose razors, medications, and old cleaning supplies in the trash bin.

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Easy Tips To Help You Save $300 a year on Water Bills

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Laundry: Try to do full loads of laundry. A typical full load usually uses about 21 gallons of water. A small load uses 14 gallons. Several small loads use considerable more water than one or two large loads. Over the course of a year, this can add up to a savings of about $25-$125 a year.

Add fabric softener to your laundry at the appropriate point in the cycle instead of adding at the end and rinsing clothes again, which can use up to 10 extra gallons of water. Figure out how much time it takes for the washer to reach the rinse cycle, and set a timer so you can add softener at the right time.

Rather than always using hot water in your laundry, use warm or cold water for washing clothes, and always rinse in cold water, which can save you around $50/year.

Dish Washing: Similarly, run your dishwasher only when you have a full load. Allow the dishes to air dry instead of using the heat cycle. Try to place dishes appropriately in the washer so that they get cleaned appropriately. This will prevent having to re-wash some dishes because they are still dirty. An average dishwasher costs about $60 to $100 per year to run. By waiting to clean until it is full, you can save from $35-$55/year.

If you eat alone most of the time, better yet, wash your dishes by hand. But don’t wash them under running water throughout. You not only cutting down your water expenses in addition you also save on your electrical bills.

Bath: Install flow restricting shower heads. A family of four can save 8,000 to 12,000 gallons of water a year from this simple change. You will not only save on the cost of water, but also the cost of heating it.

Toileting: Always try to fix running toilets or leaky faucets promptly. A continuously running toilet can use more than 8,000 gallons of water a year. This can generate from $25-$125/year.

Making these simple changes adds up to a big difference overall. You’ll be pleased to see your water bills decreasing instead of going up each month!

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Decorative Tips For Your Bathrooms

• Accessory: Practical items can be used as accessories to save space and money. Some shower gel and shampoo come in pretty bottles and you can place them in a wicker basket for a pleasant touch.
• Towel: Towels can make a difference too. Hang colorful towels on the towel rack to add some life to the bathroom.
• Candle: Scented candles are lovely for a bathroom. Get them in different colors and place them in different corners of the bathtub if you have one. The space between the cabinet and the ceiling are great for little decorative items.
• Plant: If your bathroom has sufficient natural light, get some potted plants and place them on a counter top to add some greenery to the space.
• Mirror: A mirror can be another decorative piece. These days, mirrors have gone beyond the typical round and square pieces. Get one that is out of the ordinary and the mirror may become the centerpiece of the bathroom.
• Motif: There are plastic adhesives with motifs on them that are widely available in stores. You can use them to add color to your bathroom by pasting them on plain tiles or on cabinets. Just be careful not to choose anything cutesy, as you will grow tired of it as time goes by.
• Art: There’s no stopping you from hanging art in the bathroom. Inexpensive prints in attractive frames will do just fine.

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