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3 places you should never put a security camera
Location is everything when it comes to your home security setup. You could spend thousands on a top-of-the-line system, but setting up your cameras near the ground does nothing. You always want your security cams high on walls and near room corners.
However, some rooms shouldn’t even have cameras. You do more harm than good if you put security cameras in these three spots.
1. Don’t put security cameras in the bedroom
Unless you remember to turn your cameras off when you get home, you’ll end up with awkward sleep footage. You’ll also have to worry about hackers breaking in and filming your private moments. They might even torment you or your children over the microphone.
Tap or click here for five signs your security camera has been hacked.
2. Avoid the bathroom
Don’t put security cameras in your restroom. Not only will you make guests uncomfortable, but you’ll also violate laws. It’s illegal to record people without their consent in places with an expectation of privacy. That includes changing rooms, private bedrooms and bathrooms.
Maybe you want something in the restroom when guests are over because of past experiences. Kim can relate. A contractor once stole meds from her mom.
Kim didn’t want to put a security camera in the restroom, so she did the next best thing: put a motion sensor on the medicine cabinet door. This way, she gets an alert whenever guests snoop where they shouldn’t be.
3. Look out for places that are blocked or obstructed
Most burglars break into your home through obvious spots like windows or doors. Don’t put your security cameras in hidden areas like side alleys. Keep it simple and point the lens towards places with a lot of traffic.
While at it, avoid obstructions like plants, tree branches or backyard jungle gyms. Put your camera up high so running pets or rowdy partygoers don’t throw it off.
8 handy products to make gross household chores easier
As the saying goes, cleanliness is next to godliness. But not all of us want to pour countless hours into the never-ending battle against dirt, dust and grime. Tap or click here for the best way to clean all the dirt and grime off your tech.
🧽 Bathroom brighteners
Little helpers to make your washroom sparkle, your loo shine, your powder room glisten, your restroom glitter … Sorry, I got carried away.
- Get soap scum off your shower walls (with minimal scrubbing!) with the Magic Eraser Ultra Bath. Click the coupon for $3 off.
- Keep that shower bright and shiny with Spray Wet & Forget (20% off). Spray it once a week, leave it on overnight, and say “See ya!” to soap scum and mildew.
- Foaming bathroom cleaner from the folks behind The Pink Stuff works on everything else. It’s 40% off, dang!
- The absolute easiest way to clean a toilet: Clorox ToiletWand, under $14. Or maybe you prefer gel cleaner.
- Clear the gunk from shower corners and grout lines with the Rubbermaid power scrubber. No sweat, literally.
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🏠 Pro moving tip: Never pack the bottle opener … You can now buy a tiny home on Amazon that comes complete with doors, windows and even bathroom fixtures. What a time to be alive. Here’s one for $26,000!
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10 minutes
Max time doctors recommend you spend on the toilet. Any longer and you’re gonna get hemorrhoids and weakened pelvic muscles. Leave your phone out of the bathroom. I hear you: “But, no!”
Summer essentials: 9 home gadgets under $25 on Amazon
This summer is the perfect time to invest in home gadgets. Get some smart tech, upgrade your office setup, improve your TV viewing experience and get the most from your essential oils.
Worried about the cost? Don’t be. You can get all the cool gadgets you need to improve your office, kitchen, living room, bathroom and even your garden, all for less than $25.
Best under-sink organizers
Take a look at the cabinet under your sink in your kitchen or bathroom. Is it a mess? Mine isn’t — I bought under-sink organizers.
- For your kitchen: The Realinn under-sink organizer (17% off) has two levels, and the bottom pulls out so you can get to stuff easily.
- Perfect for your bathroom: This two-tier multipurpose bathroom under-sink organizer holds shampoo, soaps and more.
- For your counter: Organize medicine bottles, lotions, creams or whatever else with these multipurpose organizers. They look nice and get the job done.
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🧼 So fresh and so clean
I used to be addicted to soap, but I’m clean now.
- Cleaning stainless steel is a pain, but folks rave about this streak-free formula (40% off) that smells like lavender.
- Every home needs a duster. Get a nice one (9% off) you won’t have to replace in a year.
- If you haven’t, try the Pink Stuff ($5.29). It works on just about anything and everything!
- Bathroom feeling grungy? Brighten up the grout and caulking.
- USA-made bedding clips that keep your fitted sheets from popping off. Genius!
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You’re the best, by par
June 16 is coming up fast! If the dad in your life is a golfer, I found fore great deals for him (OK, actually five).
- A tool for sharpening the grooves in his wedges and irons (25% off, $5.99), in case that’s what’s been keeping him from greatness.
- A little putting set for the bathroom (28% off, $17.99) is good for a laugh, and I bet he’ll use it, too.
- A golf ball picker-upper ($6.99) that affixes to the top of his putter. After he sinks the putt, he just has to flip his club to pick up the ball. Back saver.
- An ice mold ($8.99) that makes golf-ball-shaped ice for his post-round par-ty.
- A phone holder ($14.97) that attaches to his golf cart or bag so he can record his game. The real present is acting interested when he shows you the footage.
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Bonus bathroom lighting
I’m a big fan of lighting. I was clicking through Amazon, looking for something to brighten up a dark corner, and stumbled onto a new-to-me category: Bathroom novelty lights.
- Vanity light: This string of 10 LED bulbs attaches to your mirror with adhesive strips. With 10 brightness levels and three color temperatures, give your bathroom a dressing-room vibe. They’re 20% off ($11.92).
- Roll light: A battery-powered nightlight ($12.89) that cleverly replaces your regular toilet paper spindle. It’s motion-activated and shuts off automatically after two minutes.
- Rim light: Hang this little light over your toilet rim and never wonder if the seat is down again. It’s motion-activated, and you can cycle through its 16 colors or choose your favorite. A two-pack is 37% off ($13.77).
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