Tony Carrick

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tony Carrick is a freelance writer specializing in home improvement, landscaping, and design. A recipient of a degree in journalism and a Master of Arts in English, he spent ten years writing for a variety of local newspapers and business publications before becoming an English teacher. Mr. Carrick now works as a freelance writer from his home in North Carolina. When he isn’t furiously typing away on his laptop or working on his latest home improvement project, he enjoys spending time with his family and cycling through the beautiful North Carolina countryside. Connect with Tony Carrick on LinkedIn.

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DECEMBER 31, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Indoor Playground for Kids to Stay Active

Rainy days and cold weather can make it a challenge to keep kids physically active. An indoor playground provides a climate-controlled place for kids to burn off energy. Like their larger...

DECEMBER 31, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Step Stool for Kids

Because homes are designed to accommodate adults, bathroom sinks, kitchen counters, and even toilets are out of reach for toddlers and preschoolers. Helping children adapt to their surrou...

DECEMBER 30, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
The Best Indoor Thermometers of 2022

Between trying to maintain the proper humidity in your great room, monitoring the temperature in your greenhouse, or just tracking climate conditions in your home, an indoor thermometer i...

DECEMBER 28, 2020 | MONDAY
The Best Cooling Towels for Post-Workout

If you’re into fitness, you may reach for a towel while exercising at the gym, competing in an intense tennis match, or taking a challenging hike. But a standard towel can’t do much more ...

DECEMBER 24, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Framing Tool Belts of 2022

No one wants to be running back and forth from project to tool bench to pick up a forgotten hammer. Nor does anyone want to be scrambling around looking for the nail set that was put down...

DECEMBER 23, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
The Best Toilets of 2023

Modern toilets come in different shapes, sizes, and levels of complexity with various seat shapes and height options for maximum comfort. There are toilets with sleek one-piece designs th...

DECEMBER 19, 2020 | SATURDAY
The Best Heated Toilet Seats of 2023

Heated toilet seats look like standard toilet seats but include a heating element that warms the seat to the desired temperature, eliminating the discomfort of a cold seat. With integrate...

DECEMBER 17, 2020 | THURSDAY
The Best Dryer Vents of 2022

Replacing an old dryer vent may not be high on your list of home repairs, but it’s an issue you shouldn’t ignore. A failing dryer vent will hurt your dryer’s efficiency at best and, at wo...

DECEMBER 16, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
The Best Lump Charcoal of 2022

Though charcoal briquettes are perfectly fine for most backyard BBQers, many grill enthusiasts swear by lump charcoal. Unlike charcoal, which uses filler, binders, and petroleum additives...

DECEMBER 16, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
The Best Water Filters of 2023

Although the city water in your home may be safe to drink, it could contain harmful chemicals that are unpleasant-tasting or even unhealthy. A good water filter helps solve those problems...