Brian Bennett

2 months ago | cnet.com | Brian Bennett

We all know getting quality sleep is essential to our health, but many of us still don't prioritize it as we should. Aside from making you feel exhausted (and desperate for your morning coffee), failing to get enough shut-eye can severely affect your mind and body. You might be wondering: How much sleep do I really need? How do I know if I'm not getting enough? How can I sleep more? This guide will uncover the secrets of sleep.

2 months ago | cnet.com | Brian Bennett

If your refrigerator is leaking water all the time or making a noise, you may wonder if it's time to replace it. Or if the ice maker isn't working or it's building up frost, you may think it's time to call a repairman. Regardless of your particular issue, don't freak out yet. Sometimes a good, thorough cleaning or temperature setting will do the trick. We'll share the reasons behind some of the most common fridge problems and how to fix them -- even if you don't know how a refrigerator works.

Jan 15, 2025 | cnet.com | Brian Bennett

We all know why sleep is important, but so many of us don't seem to prioritize it. Besides making you feel exhausted (and desperate for your morning coffee), failing to get enough shut-eye can have serious effects on your body and mind. You might be asking, How much sleep do I need? How do I know if I'm not getting enough? How can I sleep more? This guide will uncover the secrets of sleep.

Dec 12, 2024 | cnet.com | Brian Bennett

One of the biggest home fire hazards is a dirty dryer vent, but even if clogged dryer ducts don't lead to household damage right away, they are being wasteful of your time, energy and money. If your dryer once polished off wet loads in one cycle or less but now needs two or even three, check your ductwork. Chances are it's not your dryer that's faulty -- just grimy venting that's the issue.

Nov 25, 2024 | cnet.com | Brian Bennett

If you're looking to ditch the oven this Thanksgiving and switch things up a bit, we've got you covered. Most people won't think twice about thawing their turkey and putting it in the oven before their annual feast, but if you're looking to save time cooking and keep your oven free for making your other dishes, you could always cook that turkey outside.