Sayward Rebhal

Sayward Rebhal

Sayward Rebhal is a scientist, writer, mover, and maker who lives on an urban micro-homestead in southern California. As a busy mom, Sayward spends her days keeping haüs and raising her pint-sized plant-eater, cooking up kitchen witchery and digging in her garden, and somehow finding time to write amidst the madness. Sayward blogs at www.bonzaiaphrodite.com and recently released Vegan Pregnancy Survival Guide, through Herbivore CC.
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Handyman To Fix Hole In Wall

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Nov 07, 2013

As much as we might take care to keep our homes looking clean and new, the unfortunate truth is that accidents do happen. Children wielding hockey sticks or plastic swords, heavy...

We Tested It: Eco-Friendly Cleaning: Cream Of Tartar

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Oct 24, 2013

I’d been hearing this buzz in my hippie circles about making all kinds of awesome eco-friendly home cleaning products using cream of tartar. Cream of tartar? Before I could commit...

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When To Replace A Garage Door Opener

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Oct 17, 2013

Like cell phones, radios, and every other electronic device ever made, a garage door opener will eventually either A) break down and die, or B) become so outdated that it’s...

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Found Termites In Roof

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Oct 17, 2013

Termites are insects, closely related to cockroaches, but behaviorally similar to ants and bees in that they organize into social communities with complex divisions of labor. Termite...

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New Garage Door Opener Cost

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Oct 07, 2013

If you’re planning to upgrade your garage door opener, and you’re hoping to stay within a certain budget, then there are two main factors you’ll want to consider....

We Tested It: Homemade Daily Shower Spray

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Sep 26, 2013

My boyfriend has this contraption called an Automatic Shower Cleaner. Have you heard of this? I’ve done some research and basically, it’s a magical device made by unicorns...

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How Do I Choose The Right Lumber For A Deck?

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Sep 26, 2013

The addition of a high-quality deck can increase the beauty, functionality, and value of your house. Decks help to provide a welcoming visual appeal, and they transform your home’s...

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Vinyl Versus Wooden Door Frames

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Sep 19, 2013

Nowadays, even the simplest building choices can become totally overwhelming when you’re faced with the endless array of options available. It’s true for tile and it’s...

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What to Do When an Electrical Outlet is Hot

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Sep 11, 2013

I live in a very old house. I love it here, but it does come with its fair share of problems. Old lead-containing paint, a sloping foundation, and worst of all, the potential for...

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The Cost Of Installing Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Posted by Sayward Rebhal | Sep 11, 2013

A carbon monoxide detector, also called a CO detector, is a device that senses the presence of poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Elevated levels of this toxic compound cause carbon monoxide...