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Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors can protect you and your family from potentially deadly CO poisoning. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 400 people die each year in the United States from CO poisoning. CO, of course, is a toxic gas that's harmful to humans when inhaled. It's typically produced as a byproduct of the incomplete burning of gas. If you have any gas-powered appliances in your home -- and they fail to completely burn all of the released na …

When installing a fireplace, one of the decisions you'll have to make is whether to choose a wood or gas fireplace. They will both produce a flame, and they will both generate heat. Wood fireplaces simply run on wood logs, whereas gas fireplaces run on natural gas. With their different fuel types, though, there are other nuances between wood and gas fireplaces.CleaningIt shouldn't come as a surprise to learn that wood fireplaces are more difficult to clean than gas fireplaces. Burning wood will …

Have you heard of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)? It's an all-too-common condition that affects millions of people. If you regularly exercise, in fact, you'll probably experience DOMS. While you can't necessarily prevent it when exercising, there are ways to ease the discomfort associated with DOMS.The Basics of DOMSDOMS is exactly what it sounds like: the delayed soreness of muscle tissue. When you exercise, you may stress your muscles to the point that they become sore. It may not happen …

How often do you oil your saw blades? No saw blade lasts forever. Whether it's a blade for a reciprocating saw or a circular saw, you'll eventually need to replace it. But you should still strive to make your saw blades last. Oiling them, of course, will extend the life of your saw blades by protecting them from premature wear and tear.Reduces FrictionOiling your saw blades will reduce friction. Friction is the force generates when two objects rub together. Saws blades, of course, will directly …

Is running a part of your weekly exercise regimen? There's no denying that running is good for your health. Research has shown that people who regularly run are less likely to develop diabetes, heart disease and many other chronic medical conditions than their counterparts. But if you're going to run, you'll need to protect your feet from blisters.Keep Your Feet DryOne of the most important things you can do to prevent blisters when running is to keep your feet dry. Blisters are typically the re …