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When I was growing up, my dad planted tiny little onion bulbs in early spring. We harvested them as green onions when they were about a foot tall. Later I learned there are other ways to grow onions, and many more varieties than just that one variety my dad grew. Types of Onions There are two basic types to grow in your garden: bunching and bulbing. On This Page Bunching onions Bunching onions, Allium fistulosum, do not form bulbs; they’re grown and harvested as green onions or scallions....

What is it about new car smell that is so enticing? According to Olivia Jezler, the CEO of The Future of Smell, a human’s sense of smell is linked to “the areas of the brain that process emotion, associative learning, and memory,” which explains why the smell of a new car is so evocative. We associate it with a meaningful purchase — a new car. What Is the New Car Smell?...

Courtesy of Klein Tools It’s not every day that a new high-tech tool is released that pretty much any pro could use regardless of the specific trade they’re in. But that’s exactly the case for Klein Tool’s new TI250 Rechargeable Thermal Imager, an adaptable and easy-to-use troubleshooting tool for pros across the trades. It doesn’t matter if you’re a plumber, HVAC technician, electrician or a home inspector. If you keep this thermal imager in your tool belt, chances are you’ll use it regularly....

Remove your clutter. Organize items into piles that can be thrown away, given away or stored. Too much furniture can make a room feel crowded, so consider storing some of your furniture until moving day. Storing Items Off-Site: Rent the smallest unit that your belongings require. If you need help, the storage facility or company can help. Make sure to read the lease agreement and that you understand all polices regarding access, moving in and out, and payment before signing anything....

1. Start Black Friday Shopping Early Technically, Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving; but to really score the best deals — don’t even think about waiting that long. Our most important advice this year: start shopping early! Black Friday deals always sell out quickly, but in 2021 there are even more shopping challenges including shortages in some products (like gaming consoles), supply chain issues, higher shipping costs and longer delivery times....

via Brocreative/Shutterstock Today’s keyless ignition systems rely on key fobs to transmit a unique low-frequency signal to the car’s computer system that allows you to push a button and start your engine. You can shut off your engine just as easily. The fob also permits keyless entry to your car. But, that fob can do a whole lot more. “Manufacturers are tasking key fobs with a multitude of functions that make the car—and the key fob—more useful than ever,” says Jake Fisher, senior director of auto testing at Consumer Reports....

What gardener hasn’t said, “Oh, save that, I can use it in the garden!” when looking at all the kitchen scraps we often drop into the trash can without a second thought? Today we’ll focus on one in particular — eggshells. But beware: Some suggested uses you’ll find on the internet are a waste of time and good eggshells. How To Use Eggshells in the Garden Eggshells contain calcium, an element plants and birds need....

Introduced to North America from Europe, wild garlic is now prevalent in the Southeastern U.S. and Pacific Northwest. It is often mistaken for wild onion, a related plant that is similar in appearance and smell. If you’re not sure what the newly sprouted clumps of round, grass-like blades are in your yard, rub one of them between your fingers. If it smells like your favorite Italian dish, you probably have a wild garlic infestation....

Dollar stores and others like it can be great places to pick up home items on the cheap but have you ever wondered how dollar stores can keep their prices so low? Surplus Items It probably doesn’t come as a surprise that dollar stores typically stock surplus items, items that are damaged or have a lack of freshness. Other items just come in smaller sizes and the stores keep a small staff to save on staffing costs....

Finished basements can be wonderful spaces, but musty smells will ruin them fast. One of the most common reasons for musty basement smells is moisture beneath the finished floor, causing mold and mildew to grow. Basement subfloor panels were invented to solve this problem. If you’ve got a basement you’re planning to finish or renovate, don’t make the mistake of installing a finished floor directly on top of your foundation slab....

Houseplant propagation simply uses existing plants to make new plants, which can be done through a variety of methods. It’s an easy and budget-friendly DIY way to acquire more plants. Interested in houseplant propagation? Here’s what you should know about the process. Why Propagate Houseplants? Propagating houseplants is a cost-effective way to expand your plant collection without buying more. Depending on the type of houseplants you have, savings can add up quickly....

via amazon.com Looking to upgrade your bathroom? Consider a smart toilet. The latest developments in these bathroom standards feature advanced technology for ultimate pampering and convenience. How Smart Toilets Work Smart Toilet Benefits In addition to offering an enhanced bathroom experience, smart toilets often use far less water than conventional toilets. That makes them a great choice for the eco-conscious consumer and those looking to save on utility bills. They also boast conveniences such as self-closing lids and nightlights....

Petrychenko Anton/Shutterstock Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great DIY way to add some insulation. It comes in standard-size 4×8 sheets, and smaller sizes, in many different thicknesses from 1/4 inch to 2 inches. Some types of thicker foam board insulation are available, but they may need to be special ordered. What is foam board insulation? Foam board insulation is a great alternative to the very common fiberglass batt insulation that is in most of our homes....

It’s been a busy summer at our outdoor swimming pool. Between our daughter’s friends and our own friends and neighbors coming over to cool off in the midst of a heat wave, there’s been constant activity. And while we love to see people enjoying the pool — that’s what we built it for, after all! — there’s always some clean-up to be done after the guests go home. We frequently need to clean at the pool waterline, where residue from sunscreen tends to build up....

It’s a cliché of sitcoms and comic strips: Fictional homeowners out in the yard eternally hand-pulling those unwanted plants that stubbornly pop up in flowerbeds and on lawns. The chore became a cliché for a reason. Weeds pop up in all climates and growing conditions, and not everyone knows the right way to get rid of them. And despite the timeworn message, you don’t actually have to stamp out every single weed as if it’s on fire....

As natural disasters such as storms, floods and fires become more frequent and severe, power outages are increasingly a fact of life. Power outages can result in the extended loss of many essential amenities. Let’s explore their effect on the mission-critical toilet flush. You Can You Flush Your Toilet During a Power Outage If… You have standard gravity-flush toilets. They aren’t directly affected when the power goes out, provided water is still flowing and your waste system doesn’t rely on electricity....

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many manufacturing facilities closed their doors, sending workers home and pausing production. But, some companies were able to pivot, finding ways to stay open and keep their lines rolling to aid in the fight against the coronavirus. This has included several partnerships, including a notable one between DeWalt, Ford and 3M. The Product Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR) are a critical tool to protecting healthcare providers as they treat those stricken with the coronavirus....

Have you ever wanted to paint a door, but couldn’t be bothered to take it off the hinges? Tiktok DIY expert @diywithemma can relate. In search of an easier way to refresh an entryway, she developed a simple hack that allows you to paint the door while it still stands upright. Check it out below. How to Paint a Door on Its Hinges In the video, Emma uses a plastic folder to ensure she doesn’t get paint on the top of the door or bottom of the door (or the walls or floor!...

Disposal of used automobile tires made of virgin vulcanized rubber presents a unique problem. Just as you can never recover flour from a baked cookie, you can’t recover virgin rubber from a tire. Consequently, the three billion used tires generated worldwide every year usually end up in landfills. “Tire mountains” still exist. In the past it was common practice to burn old tires, but that’s no longer considered ecologically viable. If you can’t burn them and you can’t throw them away, what do you do with them?...

One of the worst parts of cleaning a bathroom is undoubtedly cleaning the toilet—especially when it comes to all those nooks and crannies. Traditional toilets are full of those spaces below the bowl that gather grime and are hard to maneuver around. But what if you didn’t have to deal with that anymore? Enter a glorious upgrade: the skirted toilet. What Is a Skirted Toilet? A skirted toilet has a different aesthetic look than a traditional toilet, but it turns out that that aesthetic difference is also functional when it comes to cleaning....