Several months ago, friends of ours hired movers for their family’s cross-country relocation. They got bids from three companies and chose the cheapest — International Van Lines — both because of the price and because the delivery date best matched their schedule. The company had negative reviews online, but ChatGPT and Forbes recommended it, and the […]| The Art of Manliness
In the midst of the summer heat, I’ve always got a floor fan (or two) going in my garage gym. Lately, as I’ve gone to switch it on, I’ve thought, “Dang, that’s really dirty . . . how the heck do you clean this thing?” I decided to find out and get this job done. […]| The Art of Manliness
Tired of dealing with low water pressure? Follow these steps to increase water pressure in your home and enjoy better water flow.| The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […]| The Art of Manliness
Before a hurricane hit, take the time to properly board up your house to protect against wind and rain damage.| The Art of Manliness
With winter fast approaching, many people are thinking about ways to not only keep the house warm, but also save a few bucks while doing so.| The Art of Manliness
We’ve lived in our house for 14 years now. We love it. We’ve made many memories in it, and it’s served as the headquarters for the Art of Manliness. Our house is home for us. With that said, something I’ve learned as a homeowner during the past 14 years is that owning a home is […]| The Art of Manliness
I’m a big Todoist fan. If you’ve never heard of this task management app, check out my full write-up about Todoist. It’s amazing! (I’m not affiliated with the company in any way, just an enthusiastic user.) Over the years, Kate and I have developed some dedicated checklists that we use to keep on top of […] Help support independent publishing. Make a donation to The Art of Manliness! Thanks for the support!| Homeownership Archives | The Art of Manliness
With the holidays coming up, I’ve been thinking about hot cocoa, how to get into the spirit of the season, and . . . home security. A 2022 study found that burglaries increase during the holidays due to more people being away from home because of travel and the presence of more high-value items in […] Help support independent publishing. Make a donation to The Art of Manliness! Thanks for the support!| Homeownership Archives | The Art of Manliness
An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […]| The Art of Manliness
A home maintenance checklist that's incredibly handy and will keep your house in tip-top shape. Organized annually, biannually, quarterly, and seasonally.| The Art of Manliness
Filling out paperwork. Making travel reservations. Paying bills. Shopping for groceries. Returning packages. These are all examples of life admin — the little tasks we have to do to keep our lives moving along. Life admin is typically pretty tedious and annoying. But staying on top of it is essential to reducing the stress and […] Help support independent publishing. Make a donation to The Art of Manliness! Thanks for the support!| Homeownership Archives | The Art of Manliness
Because of the coincidental confluence of two books coming into my life at the same time — Home Comforts: The Art and Science of Keeping House by Cheryl Mendelson and Economics by Aristotle — I’ve been thinking a lot about household management this year. Part of that reflection has been philosophical. I’ve contemplated the Greek […]| The Art of Manliness
A lot of men are digging the ladder out of the garage and doing work on the gutters, windows, and roof. It's a handy tool, but also one of the most dangerous.| The Art of Manliness
Say goodbye to pesky mosquitoes with the incredible mosquito bucket. A simple and effective solution to reduce the mosquito population around your property.| The Art of Manliness
Enhance your household management skills with Home Comforts. Discover the secrets to creating a comfortable and inviting home environment.| The Art of Manliness
It’s a tough job to manage a household. Things need to be regularly fixed, maintained, and cleaned. How do you stay on top of these tasks in order to keep your home in tip-top shape? My guest knows his way all around this issue and has some field-tested, insider advice to offer. Charles MacPherson spent […]| The Art of Manliness
Discover the best drywall anchors for mounting heavy items securely. Avoid damage to your walls with these expert tips.| The Art of Manliness
Stay ahead of winter weather with proper preparation. Stock up on essential supplies like ice melt, sand, and snow shovels.| The Art of Manliness
An open house can be overwhelming, with many details to consider. Follow home inspection advice from Nick Thruston of Glen Allen Inspections in Richmond, VA and get essential tips to ease your home purchase.| The Art of Manliness
Discover three types of plungers essential for resolving various clogs. Cup, accordion, and flange plungers explained. Use the right plunger for the job!| The Art of Manliness
Don't let wasps ruin your summer. Discover effective strategies to eliminate and deter wasps from your surroundings.| The Art of Manliness
Many people dream of leaving the city and creating a simpler, more independent life farther from the mainstream population and entirely off the grid.| The Art of Manliness
