Clothing, clothing everywhere but not an outfit to wear! It’s an issue many of us have, which can likely be chalked up to a lack of clothing storage and closet organization. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to organize your closet like a pro, we have you covered. How To Organize a Closet by Category One of the best principles to start with when organizing your closet involves grouping things....
If you’re planning a fall landscaping project or you’re looking to hire a crew for continued service, you’d better move fast. The landscaping industry has been largely unaffected by the pandemic and its busier than ever, according to a nationwide survey conducted by the the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). According to the data collected, 60 percent of landscaping companies are seeing revenues exceed pre-COVID expectations and more than 300,000 landscaping jobs lay vacant....
It’s almost the holiday season, and if you’re opting for a real Christmas tree for its authentic look and scent, you’ll want to keep several things in mind to avoid accidents. Essential safety measures such as unplugging the lights before leaving the house or going to bed are nonnegotiable if you want to stay safe this holiday season. Take a look at these shocking statistics. Most People Don’t Take Care of Their Christmas Tree Properly Surprisingly, many people aren’t following standard Christmas tree safety rules....
The arrival of spring ushers in a wet, rainy season, and with the usual lawn care questions for new homeowners. Is it safe to cut wet grass? And are there any advantages to mowing while it’s wet? Lawn enthusiasts have long said it’s best to avoid cutting wet grass, but what are the real reasons why? Can You Cut Wet Grass? The short answer: No. Mowing wet grass can be problematic for your lawn, your lawn mower and you....
Our entire lives run on electricity, and if we’re being honest here, no one’s house has enough power outlets to keep everything running and charged. That’s why we rely so heavily on power strips to turn one plug into six or more, stretching the capabilities of our home’s electrical system. But, there are a few rules you’re probably breaking when it comes to power strip use. Never Plug a Power Strip Into Another Power Strip If your power strips don’t reach quite far enough or you need some extra plugs, it’s tempting to string multiple strips together, daisy-chaining them by plugging one into the next....
Got plans to add a backyard shed to your property? The wood you choose for this project can have a big influence on how your new shed looks, how it performs and how long it lasts. Learn about the five best types of wood for shed building right here and you’ll enjoy a better place to store yard tools, the lawn mower and all those outdoor toys. Framing Lumber Every wooden shed has some kind of underlying wall and roof frame built with framing lumber....
According to a 2017 study, people tend to have more atypical sleep patterns during the hot summer months than during the cold winter ones. That’s because body heat gets trapped in the mattress and blanket. If you try to alleviate this by throwing off the blanket, no heat is retained at all, and you get uncomfortably cold. The solution for many people is to turn up the air conditioning, but that increases energy usage and lowers humidity, potentially causing breathing problems....
When you’ve outgrown your home’s available living space, should you consider converting your garage to living space? That’s a complicated question! Converting a garage into living space can be an attractive option for some homeowners who find themselves in a crowded house. In areas where expansion is difficult and property values are low, it can be a logical solution. However, converting your garage could have drawbacks. So consider the decision carefully before any work begins....
Buying the best tires for your car might seem a straightforward enough task, but there’s a surprising amount to consider to make the best purchase possible. Every driver’s needs are different, depending on the terrain and weather conditions where they typically drive. Driving style is also a huge factor. If you’re in need of a new set of tires but find the abundance of choices intimidating, we’ve got you covered....
Potted bulbs are always a cheerful sight at grocery stores, florists and nurseries around Easter and Mother’s Day. It’s fun to bring colorful blooms inside to enjoy on the kitchen table for a few weeks. But what happens when the flowers are all spent? Some people simply toss them in the compost pile. For bulbs that aren’t perennial, that’s probably the best option. But there are a few types of potted bulbs worth saving to plant in your garden....
Construction Pro Tips How to Remove Eye Hooks with a Drill Click here for some simple tool tips. Every product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Best Overall Hardware Organizer Stalworth Parts & Crafts Rack Style Tool Box Customizable compartments Trays slide in and out Separate section fits bigger tools and parts Comes in four colors Not for heavy-duty use...
Getting an ultra-smooth, glassy finish on wood using a film-building finish like polyurethane requires leveling the surface between each coat. When I say level, I don’t mean dead flat. I mean that after sanding, the entire surface has the same sheen or lack thereof. To accomplish this, you need a sanding block that’s firm, with just a little give. A sanding block with no give — like a typical rubber sanding block — doesn’t work well for this purpose....
What Does Mildew Smell Like? When people say something smells musty, they often mean they smell mildew. Mildew in the house can smell like wet socks, rotting wood or paper. Mildew is an early form of mold and a quick way to determine which one you have is to see if the smell persists after you’ve ventilated the area. If the smell persists then you likely have mold but if it goes away you probably have mildew....
Real Moment/Shutterstock Except for a few plant nibbles and a nice burrowed home, rabbits are essentially harmless. However, that doesn’t mean their presence on your lawn isn’t infuriating. They love to feast on your carefully planted flowers and curated bushes, sometimes as much as a deer. So if you’ve been dealing with Thumper and his crew in your backyard, here are a few tips you can apply to your lawn care routine....
via brittany joyner In August 2020, Brittany Joyner finished a complete remodel of the kitchen in her 1956 ranch-style home in Los Angeles. She began the project in Fall 2015 with little more than a vague idea of what she wanted and the courage to venture into the unknown. The project took five years because Joyner isn’t a professional carpenter. She’s not an architect, interior designer or even an accomplished DIYer....
Family Handyman DIY Lint Log Fire Starter To properly build a fire, you need to have tinder (easy-lighting material), kindling (finger-size sticks that will catch fire quickly) and fuel (logs that will sustain the fire). The good news is that most people have a readily available supply of tinder right in their own homes: dryer lint! To make fire starters, stuff empty toilet paper tubes with dryer lint. Dryer lint “logs” will light quickly and easily burn long enough to light up the kindling, and you won’t have to resort to lighter fluid!...
Wood is warm, clean and looks great in almost any setting, so no wonder it’s been a popular flooring choice around the world for centuries. In recent years, less expensive laminate flooring that closely mimics the look of solid hardwood has become increasingly popular. Here’s what to know about laminate flooring to make the best decision for your home. Types of Laminate Flooring The two basic types of laminate flooring are engineered wood and plastic laminate....
Sponsored by The Home Depot: This piece was created in partnership with The Home Depot, home to Kidde fire safety products that can help you protect your home and family with smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers. Natural disaster fires are on the rise, and it’s something that concerns fire chiefs everywhere. “Planning is the most important part of any fire escape plan,” says Christopher Feder, an assistant fire chief and fire prevention expert at the Penn Wynne-Overbrook Hills Fire Company in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania....
: via Sherwin-Williams Your dining room, whether it’s used for casual family meals or formal dinners, is a place where you can use color to make a variety of statements. The best dining room colors help you create the right mood while also supporting the flow of your home. These 10 tips will help you choose the perfect paint color. How Do I Choose a Paint Color for my Dining Room?...
What is Skim Coating? Skim coating is a great way to make ugly walls and ceilings new again! A skim coat, also known as a level-five drywall finish, is a thin coat of diluted joint compound that can be applied by hand, paint roller or spray rig. Then it’s smoothed out by using a drywall knife or trowel. It’s an easy way to create flat and uniform surfaces on walls and ceilings so they can be painted or re-textured....
