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How long have you had your current mattress? If it’s more than seven years old… it’s high time you toss it. A good mattress can save your back and your health. You’ve heard about all those studies touting the benefits of sleep and how we’re just not getting enough of it? You can control at least one of the factors in a good night’s sleep. So just in time for Sleep Awareness Week, which begins Monday, take a good long look at your mattress and decide whether or not it’s still working for you. You can do-it-yourself, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Creating a Sleep SanctuaryWould you believe you spend one third of life in bed? So it's absolutely crucial that your bedroom is a sanctuary and your bed is comfortable. Need a new mattress? Don't buy one without trying it out first. That's like buying a car without a test drive. We have the tips to help you buy a mattress that's right for you. read more Radon Risk?We want to tell you about a poison that could be lurking in your home without you even knowing it. It’s a naturally occurring gas that has the potential to kill you – we’re talking about radon. You don’t really hear about it that often. What is it? Do YOU have it? How can you tell if you do? Learn all about it on the next Money Pit radio show. To find out where we broadcast in your area, or download our podcast, visit www.moneypit.com. read more Patio Paving Made EasyThis week’s question comes to us from Catharine in Baltimore: “Leslie, I was watching your new program, “Ugliest House on The Block”, last weekend while waiting for a table at a local restaurant. There was a man putting in a brick patio/driveway and he put a powered mix on the stones and swept it into the gaps. Then he used a hose to wet it. What was that product called? I would love to get some but I can’t remember what it was. Any help would be great!” read more Cut Down on Kitchen DutyIf you’re doing all the heavy lifting around your kitchen, you’re probably ready to throw in the dish towel. There are several things you can do to stop giving yourself such a workout. read more Step-by-Step Spring PlantingGetting ready to flex that green thumb again? We have the tips to help you get a perfect start on all your spring planting. read more Your Green HouseThe energy used in the average home can be responsible for more than twice the greenhouse gas emissions of the average car. By using less energy at home, you reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help protect the environment from the risks of global warming. Something as simple as using a programmable thermostat can save you up to $150 a year. There is a great new tool that can help you find many more ways to save money and energy around the house. It’s the Energy Star Video Podcast – a virtual tour around the house with a room by room look at what you can do. Watch it at www.moneypit.com or www.energystar.gov. read more Share This Information With A Friend!Simply forward this Email. And invite friends to register to receive this E-newsletter each week. If you would like to unsubscribe from our weekly newsletter, please refer to the unsubscribe directions at the bottom of this newsletter.
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