Mold can be destructive and harmful to your healthif it takes hold in your home. Learn these seven signs that you may have a mold problem. Cleaning mold infestation or removal of damaged surfaces should be done immediately. The Spruce / Sarah Lee Mold won’t easily go away when left on its own. They do recommend that all types of mold be removed safely. Keep an eye out for pink, red, or brown streaks, as well....
Meet the Expert What Is Lawn Aeration? One thing aeration does particularly well is control thatch. Microbes contained in the cored soil biologically break down thatch. MAsummerbreak / Getty Images This practice is especially beneficial in high-traffic areas. Want more gardening tips? Solid, hard soil or even the oppositespongy grassare other signs you better aerate your lawn. Lack of water due to poor aeration is a major reason for dry grass....
Here’s how to get rid of fleas in the house quickly and keep them from returning. What Causes Fleas? But even if you don’t see them hopping around, look for other signs. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images If you see your pet scratching constantly, this is a surefire sign that fleas are in your home. Look for flea “dirt” or fecal matter and tiny, oval, off-white eggs on their skin....
Trust your resident adviser Xavier Lorenzo / Getty Images Moving isstressful. We agree: those laundry carts are huge and can make quick work of emptying your trunk. For the rest of your items, consider packingsoft plastic moving bagsthat are available on Amazon. Xavier Lorenzo / Getty Images In fact, its going to be pretty much like everyone elses, says Durgin. This is not their first rodeo. The Spruce / Candace Madonna...
By embracing simplicity and smart design, they turn even the tiniest spaces into tranquil retreats. So how do they do it? Your vanity mirror is one of those moments. Design byC&C Partners/ Photo by Beverly Glenn Round mirrors create a gentle flow, Ruff explains, counteracting all the sharp angles in a minimalist bathroom. Want more design inspiration? “Thats where natural materials and organic accentsthink plants, wicker, and jutecome in,” Goldman says....
Design byBrowne House ID/ Photo byMolly Culver If yoursmall kitchenhas you feeling stuck, don’t fret. Below, four pros weigh in with their tried and true suggestions. you might even get creative when it comes to displaying your everyday forks and knives, she adds. Design byBrowne House ID/ Photo byMolly Culver Want more design inspiration? “These pieces add a layered warmth while being functional.” The founder of Andrea Sinkin Design is partial to vintage rugs in particular....
“You’ll instantly feel like a more mature adult.” Deal With All of Those Cords Cords and chargers are an inevitable part of 21st-century life. Corral Your Cleaning Supplies Don’t let your essential cleaning supplies turn into clutter. La Bicicleta Vermella / Getty Images To keep things likebroomseasily accessible yet out of the way, Bauer relies on Command hooks. Bauer explains how they’re an affordable way to get items off the floor and onto the wall....
The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto There is so much to love about container gardening. Unfortunately, though, theres a major downside to container gardening. Once the temperature rises and it gets too hot, theyre prone to drying out quickly. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Meet the Expert Want more gardening tips? Different plants, as we all know, often have different needs. Borisevich says potted plants require more water than those growing in the ground....
We spoke to two HVAC experts for their best tips on keeping the upstairs cool all summer long. Portable AC unitsare a great investmentif you’re struggling to reach comfortable temperatures upstairs in the summer. “Investing in a mini-split system can make a very big difference in your comfort,” Traub says. Interior Impressions Sealing leaks is fairly easy to do. All you need iscaulk and a caulking gunand you’re good to go....
Want more cleaning and organizing tips? But you could save yourself some energy and a potential backache with a broom. Use a broom to brush them clean instead. The Spruce / Ana Cadena “A small whisk broom is particularly glorious for this task.” SUV owners especially can actually reach the roof with the broom. Just be gentle when pushing so the bristles dont damage the car’s finish. The Spruce / Sarah Lee...
Here are sevenareas of your bathroomyoure probably forgetting to clean. To do this, mix together a solution ofequal parts vinegar and waterand place it in a plastic bag. Then, unscrew the shower head and leave it to soak in the bag for at least 30 minutes. YinYang / Getty Images Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Toner recommendsusing a grout brush and mild cleaning solutionto scrub down your bathroom grout on a regular basis....
okanmetin / Getty Images If TikTok is to be believed, everyone elses homes are organized perfectly. Quintana notes the linen closet as a great example of this. While linen holders might look lovely, theyre often overpriced and impractical. okanmetin / Getty Images Want more cleaning and organizing tips? But in the real world, thats hardly possible. With how many things are digitized these days, your best bet is to toss most of it....
Design byJessie Tobias Design/ Photo bySarah Szwajkos Photography Hello, new year, hello,newly organized home. We asked three professional organizers what organizing trends they see on the 2024 horizon. Use old cocktail glasses to hold makeup brushes, or pretty shoebox lids as organizers for really shallow drawers. Design byJessie Tobias Design/ Photo bySarah Szwajkos Photography Organized, has a tip. Utilize Smart Home Organization 2024 is here, and so is the future....
