How to choose a drying rack for a small apartment
Home & Living / Buying guide Quick answer. Measure the rack open and folded, and test whether you can move around it with laundry hanging. Tape out the open dimensions Mark the rack footprint on the floor, open the nearest doors and walk past with a laundry basket. Leave space for shirts and towels that […]
What to measure before buying blackout curtains
Home & Living / Buying guide Quick answer. Check the rod or track, the finished drop and the gaps where light may still enter. See where the light comes in Close your existing curtains in daylight. Look at the sides, top, bottom and where the panels meet. Dense fabric can reduce light through the panel, […]
How to measure for drawer organizers
Home & Living / Buying guide Quick answer. Measure the inside at several points and check that the tallest item will clear the frame when the drawer closes. Find the usable footprint Empty the drawer. Measure the internal width at the front and back and the depth down both sides. If the walls taper, start […]