Heavy rainfall runoff can be detrimental to your home, your landscape, and the environment. A creative solution to that gully washer is to channel the water into a colorful rain garden. Here’s how to do...
Heavy rainfall runoff can be detrimental to your home, your landscape, and the environment. A creative solution to that gully washer is to channel the water into a colorful rain garden. Here’s how to do...
Your appliance colors were stylish when you bought them, but now they are dated. Or perhaps you want to inject some fun, bold color into your kitchen. If your appliances run fine and have plenty...
Lawn mowing can be a tedious and tiring chore. What if there were a way to turn that drudgery into something more like fun? Introducing the zero-turn lawnmower. Best used for large properties, zero-turn lawnmowers...
If your home’s exterior is painted, you know the story: That beautiful paint job begins to show wear and tear after five to seven years, requiring you to repaint. What if there were a longer-lasting...
Children may complain about chores, but studies show that helping around the house benefits kids into adulthood. Kids are less likely to resist doing chores if you start early, but what chores can you assign...
We’ve all seen those “Best By,” “Sell By,” and “Use By” dates on foods such as meat, milk, and canned and packaged foods. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that 30 percent of...
Pumpkins can add a warm and homey touch to your decor throughout the fall, not just at Halloween. Consider these creative ideas for decorating with pumpkins. All kinds of pumpkins Today’s pumpkins come in a...
You may have been puzzled by acronyms on the label when buying sheets or towels. OEKO-TEX®? GOTS? What do these terms mean? And what do they tell you about the product you are buying? Here’s...
Older homes have a charm and character that’s hard to find in brand-new construction. If you’ve bought one, you may want something different than today’s modern decor. Fortunately, you can freshen an older home’s look...
Switching to smart light bulbs is a great way to add smart technology to your home. What can smart bulbs do that traditional bulbs can’t? Here’s a primer on smart light bulbs. What are smart...
