The Sound of Silence: Sound Proofing Your Home

Did you know that the average person can hear sounds down to about 0 dB, and some people can hear sounds down to -15 dB? Soundproofing can help those with sensitive hearing to relax. Transforming a home plagued by noise pollution into a serene oasis of peace and quiet can help it command higher prices, and this infographic gives some helpful tips to soundproof room by room.

Underground Safety Starts With Blue Stakes 811

In coordination with National Safe Digging Month, Blue Stakes of Utah has created an infographic that depicts why it is always better to start from the “Underground Up” when digging. You don’t know what is below ground and by following the safe digging process, this can help prevent injuries, property damage and utility outages.

The Lumbersexual’s Guide to Decorating

Many have speculated what exactly a lumbersexual is, and the answer is elusive. Behind his plaid flannel shirts, slim-cut jeans and bushy beard is an urban male who has evolved beyond his tidy, well-groomed previous persona: the metrosexual. But what would a lumbersexual’s apartment look like? The folks at ForRent.com are here to give you an inside peek.

Evolution of a Single Guy’s Apartment

You can tell a lot about a man by the home he keeps. His apartment is a snapshot of what is happening in his life at a given time. In this infographic, ForRent.com starts the progression of a typical male’s home dwelling with just him, all by himself.

DIY Pest Control for the Savvy Gardener

Introducing organic pest control into your garden can sometimes be a tricky endeavor. It’s very easy to fall into the trap of using chemicals. By understanding biological control methods using beneficial insects and insectary plants, you can introduce a fully sustainable eco-friendly pest control system into your garden, lawn or crop.

How Energy Gets To Your Home

Have you ever wondered how energy gets to your home? From the flicking on the light switch to cooking on your hob – harnessing the energy for your basic amenities is more complicated than you think. This infographic looks at this subject in more detail.

Real Estate: The Good, the Bad, & the Wobbly

For many Americans, 2015 is finally the year that the economy is starting to look strong. Employment is up and economic growth in the U.S. is increasing. Many people who would have liked to buy a home in recent years but were unable to are now wondering whether they should buy. Homebuyers have a lot of considerations to make, including the effects of the recent subprime mortgage crisis, current affordability factors, and if mortgage rates will go up this year.