ArcaMax

Do you have a container of old glue that has dried out and hardened? It may be useless to you, but depending on its chemical composition, it could spell trouble if thrown into the trash. Even in a hardened state, solvent-...Read More

Witch hazel is a natural astringent distilled from the flowers of a shrub native to North America. It's often used to soothe acne-prone or inflamed skin because of its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, ...Read More

It's wonderful to experience the beauty of another country on foot, but your hiking boots could be a source of contamination by bringing foreign species into the United States. When you've traveled abroad, be sure to have ...Read More

Hydrogen peroxide is a common first-aid antiseptic because it helps oxidize and break down bacteria and debris in minor cuts and scrapes. It then decomposes into water and oxygen, leaving no harmful residue behind when ...Read More

If you think you have mold, don't reach for chlorine bleach. Yes, bleach will kill virtually every kind of mold it comes in contact with, but it only works on nonporous materials like ceramic tile and glass. It does not ...Read More

Memory foam mattresses and toppers are made from petroleum-based polyurethane foam, but they are not simply "melted down" like recyclable plastics; because the material is a thermoset, recycling requires breaking it down ...Read More