2/18/13

Last time you forgot your smartphone charger when packing for a trip, did you run out and buy a brand new one? The next time that happens, try your hotel's lost and found to score one for free. Ask the front desk if any chargers have been left behind that you can borrow. They are the most commonly forgotten item at hotels, and they are also the least often reclaimed by guests. In most cases, hotels will let you keep the charger, since the window of 30 days has passed on many of them.

2/17/13

If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen countertops, there are a ton of options for you to consider. While marble and granite look nice, they have sky-high prices. Plus, these materials are mined from deep in the earth. It's time to reconsider laminate countertops. Laminate countertops, like those by Wilsonart, have come a long way from the Brady Bunch kitchens of the past. Not only do they come in high-definition finishes that look just like real stone, they are ecofriendly. Most incorporate recycled materials and have finishes that are long lasting and durable. Plus, these green countertops are a fraction of the cost of granite and marble.

2/16/13

If you're tired of receiving unwanted phone books on your doorstep, instead of tossing them into the trash or recycling bin, you can simply opt out of receiving them. By registering on the site yellowpagesoptout.com, you can opt out of receiving phone books or customize which books you want to receive. It's easy and can help reduce the 555 million phone books published each year that are received and discarded.