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The Only White Paint Color You'll Ever Need!
Episode 331
On Today's Episode
Do you remember colored toilet paper?? We discuss the strange history of colorful and patterned toilet paper and debate whether we will see a resurgence as colorful bathrooms are coming back in style! We've also got your next fall list to get you prepped for the shorter days that are upon us. Plus, a quick project that will make your winter less stressful. Finally we will be talking about the only white paint color you will ever need!
Toilet Paper [00:00 - 08:54]
We have discussed the colorful and polarizing history of bathrooms before but we left out the cherry on top! In the 1950's bathrooms were very focused on color as sinks, toilets and tubs became available in wide range of pastels. However, those fixtures were just the start. Not only would a bathroom of had a pink set of fixtures they would have had matching tile, floors, wallpaper, rugs and the cherry on top toilet paper! That's right! Colorful toilet paper was a staple of bathroom design until the 1980's because who could endure the eyesore of a white roll within a perfectly curated room?
So where did these colorful rolls go? Why did they go?
There are a few theories:
- The dyes in the toilet paper were an environmental concern .
- The dyes in the toilet paper were irritating peoples skin and Dr. starting advising people use white toilet paper.
- Colorful bathrooms were on the way out and toilet paper went out along side them.
With colorful bathroom fixtures becoming available again and recent paint color trends becoming more colorful...could we see a resurgence of colorful toilet paper?
Hailey recently found pink rolls available at IKEA and is making a prediction we will start seeing more!
Dan is all in and ready to find out if we will also see a resurgence of unsightly rashes...
The List [08:55 - 18:58]
Light up your Yard and walkways
Daylight hours are shrinking and it's always helpful to be able to see where you are going in the morning and evening hours! Especially when you are lugging a million kid bags along with you.
This is also a great security measure! Most home invasions happen during the fall and winter months because its darker. Don't give them the cover of darkness.
Here is a list to get you started:
- Check all your outdoor lights and make sure they are working
- Replace bulbs as necessary
- If you don't have motion sensing lights, consider installing them
- Pathway lights are also extremely helpful but don't cheap out! Hailey advises against the affordable packs of plastic pathway lights found on amazon.
** Dan Warning** If you decide to get motion sensing lights remember that these will be set off by EVERYTHING. Dan had to turn his off because he was constantly on guard... so this is a reminder to know yourself... if they will make you MORE anxious, skip them.
- Check this link if you are considering security lights! https://staysafe.org/outdoor-security-lights-a-guide-to-increase-the-safety-of-your-home/
- If you are looking for pathway lights that won't immediately break, Bob Villa recommends the Beau Jardin 8 Pack. Stainless Steel construction, Stays bright for up to 12 hours and an eight Pack is just $60.
- Bob's Picks: https://www.bobvila.com/articles/best-solar-path-lights/
Smart garage door openers?
Dan's parents picked up a Chamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Control System last year and they still love it! This system allows you to open, close and monitor the door with your phone. Its easy to set up and only costs $20.
So many benefits!
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