BY ELLEN WHYTEWHEN those "easy care, easy cook pans" don't last as expected, you may be unintentionally damaging your cookware. Here are some tips to avoid damaging non-stick pots, pans and baking trays.Avoid hot water and a scrubbing brushNon-stick cookware typically has a surface that is...

BY NG PAU LINGIT’S easy to convert your home into a more comfortable and accessible place by using some simple interior design tricks. These tips are beneficial for people of all ages, in particular older adults who require extra care.Tip 1: Non-slip flooringInstall slip-resistant flooring,...

By Kevin EichenbergerArguably the most widely practised form of recreation since the invention of the colour television, “Netflix and chill” is the 21st century’s go-to activity for those who prefer domestic intimacy over sitting in traffic.Blackout CurtainsWhile we all love the sun for how...

By Kevin EichenbergerThose of us living in small apartments have most likely experienced some deficiency in space that can negatively influence moods as well as rental ratesAll it takes to fix this is some forethought, planning, a day’s effort, and some consistent habits.Pick the right...

By Nur Fairuza SyahiraFamily is everything to us. With the movement control order (MCO) ensuring that everyone is home, we now have more time than before with them at home. While the bread-earners continue to work from home, family time is equally as important. Many people wonder if they will...

BY ELLEN WHYTEIsn't it strange how the proverb suggest that lemons are icky? With their fresh and delicious scent, lemons are wonderful things to have around the home.Freshen your fridgeIf you've had a pot of curry in the fridge or cheese, a lemon can remove the stale odour and perk it all up....

By: Caitlyn Ng Li YuinWhen you've had a long day at work, what do you feel like doing when you get home? If your answer is "sleep", why not try taking a long luxurious bath instead?The delightful master bathroom of Elymus at Bandar Sri Sendayan, Seremban.How many of you are guilty of rushing...

By Kevin EichenbergerSleep is one of those things youngsters seem to think they can do without – but for those of us who do adulting on a daily basis, adequate rest can prove difficult to come by.World Sleep Day is on 15th March, so sleep is slightly more on our minds than usual – but in our...

Shopping for detergents can be quite a chore, especially with the multitude of cleaning agents we buy to clean the house—one for the floor, another for the dishes and more for the sofa or toilet.But why bother with all these products when baking soda could assume the role of all these cleaning...

Contributed by Sebastian TanWith the government’s movement control order in place, it is even more vital for home-bound citizens to keep their health and fitness in top shape.Not only will a healthy body be able to resist viruses better, but it will also help to keep the mind healthy as well. So...