Home is supposed to be the ultimate safe haven, where you can protect your whole family--especially babies and children--from harm. But home can actually be a dangerous place. According to BabyCenter, children between the ages of 1 and 4 are more...
Determine the size of the space you are looking to heat with a propane heater. This will dictate the type of heater that will best fit your needs. Check for the appropriate BTU (British thermal unit) rating for your area size and ensure that the...
Propane is a flammable derivative of the oil- or natural gas-refining process. It can be transported in certified tanks of many sizes, a feature that makes it a popular fuel for powering outdoor stoves. Propane stoves are convenient, but can also...
Parents have the critical duty to keep their children safe, according to Chris Theisen, who works with children's mental health issues in Colorado. Safety concerns range from wearing seat belts to protecting youngsters from abuse. But parents...
During the colder months, up to half the energy you use at home is for heating your living space. There are things you can do to make home heating more efficient and less costly, no matter how low the outdoor temperature drops. A few simple steps...
Hearing and vision loss, chronic disease and limited mobility are challenges frequently associated with aging. Thanks to technology, many products are available to help compensate for physical limitations, perform tasks and manage activities of...
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating your water consumes 14 to 25 percent of your total energy use. Only heating and cooling the home, which accounts for almost half of your total energy consumption, use more. One way to cut your...
Gas stoves allow for precise heat control while cooking. In some areas of the country, gas appliances are more economical to operate. Take precautions to operate a gas stove safely. Improper operation could lead to fires, burns or carbon monoxide...
Boating is a popular leisure activity for many families, but taking kids out on the water creates risks that responsible boaters must address. In addition to the obvious risk of drowning, boats have hazards of their own that can catch the unwary...
Natural gas and propane are both gas fuels widely used in cooking and heating. In most of the world, natural gas is distributed through a centralized pipeline network (local, national and even international), while propane is almost always sold in...
For some headache sufferers, the one place in which they often assume they are safe--their own home--is actually the site triggering their headache pain. Whether they contract an infection from a pet or the problem is a family member smoking...
During pregnancy, there are many precautions you'll need to follow in terms of food, beverages and medications. Likewise, if you enjoy art or crafts projects, you will need to be careful about the art supplies you choose, since they may have a...
Canvas tents make for some durable, waterproof shelter, with several advantages over tents made of synthetic materials, according to the website for Kodak Canvas. Many canvas tents won't leak or wick water and are wholly breathable, cutting down...
Carbon monoxide is odorless, tasteless and invisible, yet highly toxic. A product of fossil fuel combustion, it commonly leaks from domestic heating appliances and is also present in vehicle exhaust. Children, fetuses and the elderly are most...
