Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Top 10 Small Space Garden Plants
Not everyone has ample room for a garden. Some live in the “concrete jungle” with little or no green space and others in a more rural setting may either have limited green space also or an existing landscape design that does not allow more room for something new. So we have 10 great ideas for…
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5 Affordable Centerpieces for your Small Budget
Centerpieces bring something special to any table setting. Whether you are having a formal romantic dinner or casual family barbeque, a centerpiece will bring your event to a heightened level of memorable noteworthiness and style. Yet centerpieces are traditionally an expensive item. Well, we think it’s time for some new traditions with our 5 affordable…
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How to Clean Granite Counter Tops Like a Pro
Get a clean so deep you’ll wonder if a pro did it.
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Why You Should Hold Off on Purchasing a 4k Ultra HDTV
One of the hottest technology buzzwords so far of 2015 is 4k”. Simply put, 4k is ultra-high definition (UHD) and achieves the sharper picture with more pixels. A 4K display has four times more pixels than a 1920 by 1080 display. Where 1080 is named after image height but 4K refers to an image width. …
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Awesome Brick Siding Ideas
Before the advent of brick siding, if you wanted the historic look and durability of a home with a brick façade, you had to build with brick from the beginning. Now, it’s easier than ever to get the look of brick with siding material made from brick. If you’re thinking of updating your home with…
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5 Green Laundry Detergents
Many people are turning to green laundry detergents because they recognize that some of the everyday chemically enhanced detergents can cause health issues as well as affecting the water that is released out of the washing machine. Chemicals to watch out for are surfactant nonylphenol ethoxylate (NPE), phosphates, and bleach. While these chemicals do help…
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Are All Luggage Brands Created Equal?
When traveling, of course it is way more convenient to have proper luggage than to cart around that duffle bag through the airport and trying to find your car in the parking garage. Yet, with all of the different prices of luggage and brands, many people ask “is it worth it to spend more for…
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In Search of the Perfect Paint
The two biggest home improvement stores in the world are Home Depot and Lowe’s. Home Depot is headquartered in Atlanta, GA and boasts 2,200 stores in the United States (including Puerto Rico and the Virgin islands), Canada, Mexico, and China. Lowe’s Home Improvement is headquartered in in Mooresville, NC and has 1,840 stores in the…
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Are Dyson Vacuums Worth the Premium Price?
Founded in 1993, Dyson is a British technology company that designs and manufactures items such as bladeless fans and their flagship vacuum cleaners. What sets Dyson vacuums apart is the cyclonic separation technology they use to remove dust and other particles from the rest of the air stream. Another unique feature of the vacuums is…
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5 Of the Top-Rated Vacuum Cleaners for 2015
Deciding on a vacuum cleaner is easier said than done. There are several factors that must be taken into consideration and price for performance is certainly one of them. Have a look at this newly-released list the highest-rated upright, canister, hardwood, pet hair, and robotic vacuum cleaners. Here are the top choices in each category…
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