for a simple solution. Changing the color of your walls can make a dramatic impact on the way your room looks. Choose a color you love that complements items you know you're going to keep and display, such as a dresser or favorite piece of artwork. Start by moving everything away from the walls and masking the baseboards and ceiling. Apply a coat or 2 of primer and let it dry fully. Then, paint the walls with a roller using long, even strokes.   To make your room look more airy and open, choose a light color such as white, gray, or yellow. For a more dramatic effect, you can paint one wall a bold color and the rest a subtle hue. There are tons of cool paints to try, like chalkboard paint or magnetic paint. If you have the time and don’t mind putting in the effort, hanging wallpaper adds texture and drama to your walls. Pick a color or pattern you truly love since wallpaper is more difficult to remove or redo than simply painting the walls. Measure your room before purchasing wallpaper and be sure to get a little extra in case of any issues.   If your wallpaper is patterned, take care to line up the pattern when you add a new strip! You can use removable wallpaper if you don't want to commit to the print or color permanently. If you want something a little less common, you could cover your walls in shiplap, which is a type of siding composed on horizontal boards. You can use interlocking shiplap boards or even simple 1 by 6 in (2.5 by 15.2 cm) boards cut to the length of your walls. Work your way from the bottom of the wall to the top.   You can do all your walls for a cohesive look or even install shiplap on a single accent wall. Paint the shiplap white for a clean, nautical feel or simply stain the wood for a more natural look.

Summary: Paint your walls Hang wallpaper to instantly transform your space. Install shiplap to create a fun, nautical feel.


Washing the grease from your hair may seem like the best solution at first, but daily washing actually causes your hair to produce more grease. Your hair tries to make up for the natural oils you’re washing out each day, causing a cycle of increased grease. Wash your hair only 2 to 3 times per week maximum for the best results. Getting your hair wet without washing also causes natural oils to be stripped away and causes your hair to overcompensate in grease. To protect your hair from getting wet in the shower, secure it inside a shower cap. Hair that’s prone to grease doesn’t need more conditioning near the roots, it needs less. However, not conditioning your hair at all can cause your ends to get dry and damaged-looking. When you use conditioner after shampooing, apply it starting halfway down your hair and go all the way to your ends.  Be sure to always rinse conditioner thoroughly from your hair, or use a leave-in conditioner. On days that you’re not shampooing, you can get rid of style creases or cowlicks by rinsing the creased parts of your hair and applying conditioner there as well. Hot water opens the cuticle of your hair and strips more natural oils from your hair. Hot water also causes your pores, including the ones on your scalp, to produce more sebum, or thick oil. This thick oil will start traveling down your hair strands from your scalp as soon as you leave your hot shower. For the best results, keep your shower water as cool as you can, especially when rinsing shampoo and conditioner from your hair. Cool water closes the cuticle of your hair, which will help to keep moisture in. Using too much shampoo with each wash can lead to build-up and make your hair look heavy and greasy. When squirting shampoo into your hand to use, make sure you use no more than a large coin amount, like a quarter or two-pence piece. You may need more or less depending on the length and thickness of your hair. If you accidently squirt too much shampoo into your hand, remove some of it before starting to apply shampoo to your hair.

Summary: Don’t wash your hair every day. Wear a shower cap on days that you don’t shampoo. Apply conditioner to your ends only. Use cool or lukewarm water when washing your hair. Use a coin-sized amount of shampoo.


On inkjet printers, the printer rollers are typically located on the underneath side. You can usually find them if you remove the paper tray and look right above where the paper tray used to be. The rollers should rotate manually when you apply pressure to them. If not, you will need to use the “feed paper” option on your printer to rotate them. Either way, you shouldn’t need to remove them entirely for the cleaning process. Pour some distilled water into a cup and dip your lint-free cloth into it. You want the cloth to be damp, but not soaking wet. Wipe the damp cloth across the surface of the rollers to remove any dirt or grime that has built up over time. Be sure to fully rotate the rollers so that you can clean each part of the surface area. Make sure you dry off the rollers completely before using your printer again. In order to help the rubber printer rollers regain some of their original slickness and glide, you should use a rubber rejuvenating product. Simply moisten the end of a Q-tip or foam swab with the product and rub it lightly over the surface of the printer rollers. You should be able to purchase a rubber rejuvenating product at any computer or office supply or store.

Summary: Locate the printer rollers. Clean rollers with a lint-free cloth and water. Use a rubber rejuvenating product.


About 40% of people have warning signs before a migraine hits. These warning signs can happen as quickly as hours before an attack, while other times it may be days, and they are collectively called the "prodrome" period. Learning to look for these symptoms may help you predict when a migraine is coming on. Common symptoms of this period include tiredness, yawning, constipation, craving foods, frequent urination, and mood swings. You may also have muscle stiffness or neck pain. Some people find that certain things will trigger their migraines. For instance, stress or hormones (such as starting your period) can trigger migraines. Certain foods will trigger migraines in other people or just being too tired. Figuring out what your triggers are and reducing their occurrence can help with silent migraines. While you can't reduce the frequency of some triggers, such as your period, knowing when migraines may happen can help you prepare. One way to tell if you experience prodrome is to keep track both of common symptoms and migraines. Each night, make a note if you experienced any common prodrome symptoms. Also, make a note of when your silent migraines happen. You may notice a pattern that can help you predict your silent migraines. It can also help to make note of possible triggers, such as being extra tired or starting your period. Some people find that maintaining a healthy lifestyle helps reduce the frequency of their migraines. That means eating a balanced diet of lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and veggies. It also means getting enough sleep (generally 7-9 hours), exercising regularly (try for 150 minutes a week), and drinking enough water (your urine should be pale or clear). Also, try to limit your alcohol.
Summary: Recognize your warning signs. Reduce triggers. Keep a journal. Work on being healthy.