How to make everything last longer

Our tips will let you stretch the staples you use every day— and cut your costs in half! 

- Lindsay Bosslett

Boost gas mileage with a slow pump

While squeezing the gas pump tightly can speed the filling process, the pressure leads to some gas turning into vapor, leaving you with less than you paid for. Instead, insert the nozzle into your tank and set the handle to the auto-pump groove, a slower speed designed to prevent vapor. Also, try filling up in the morning, when it’s cooler out—gas gets denser in colder temperatures, so you’ll get more bang for your buck.

Save on sponges with a quick ‘zap’