We asked interior designers to share their top tricks below. Paint Your Furniture Rather than painting your walls, considerpainting your furniture. Of course, not every piece is necessarily fair game. AD:ROIT Architecture & Interior Design/ Photo byJacqueline Clair He’s partial to patterned rugs in particular and gravitates toward global designs, geometrics, and abstract styles. If a full-sized patterned rug isn’t in the budget, don’t fear. Anwar recommends layering a smaller patterned piece overtop a neutral jute for a similar effect....

Ali Majdfar / Getty Images Fireflies can make your backyard feel a little bit magical. Unfortunately, researchers have found that 14 percent of firefly populations are threatened with extinction. Read on for 7 tips to attract fireflies to your yard. Ali Majdfar / Getty Images Seek out alternatives to synthetic lawn fertilizers like natural fertilizersor go low-maintenance and plant a clover lawn instead. Want more gardening tips? Leave Low-Hanging Branches The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova...

Youre certainly not alonenow is the perfect time to shift your focus onbringing your yard back to life. Luckily, Valenzuela says not to panic at the sight. It’s nature’s way of protecting itself from harsh conditions over the winter, she says. Schulzie / Getty Images Want more gardening tips? Valenzuela suggests doing what she calls “a simple bioassay test.” Don’t worryit sounds more intense than it is. JenniferPhotographyImaging / Getty Images...

However, an innovative approach thats gaining popularity is renovatingexisting cabinetsto breathe new life into your bathroom. Not only can this method be cost-effective, but it also provides a unique opportunity to showcase your style. Choosing a colorthat compliments your bathroom’s theme can make a significant impact. Natalya Vilman / Getty Images Soft pastels can create a calming atmosphere, while bold hues can add a splash of drama. Want more design inspiration?...

What Is a Wall Stud? Before You Begin Why do you should probably find studs, anyway? Locate the Stud’s General Location Find the spot where you wish to find a stud. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly If the sound and feel start hollow and become increasingly solid, you’re approaching a stud. If the sound begins to become hollow again, you’ve passed the stud. Use Some Strong Magnets For this method, get small-yet-strong magnets such as neodymium magnets....

Removing dandelions naturally is no easy task. There are several organic methods for removing dandelions, and some are more effective than others. Here are some ways to remove or managedandelionsnaturally for you to try in your yard. JulNichols / Getty Images Avoid mowing your lawn too short; longer blades of grass will help shade out emerging weeds like dandelions. Want more gardening tips? However, it’s difficult to do this for every dandelion that may appear in your yard....

What Attracts Cockroaches? Cockroaches thrive in the dark, warm conditions that are often found in our homes and structures. Natural cockroach control is all about removing and monitoring the conducive conditions described above. Ekaterina Goncharova Do a Deep Cleaning Long-lasting cockroach control starts with a clean space. Filthy conditions provide cockroaches with food and clutter gives them places to hide. Thoroughly clean all those areas and fix any leaks. ArtistGNDphotography...

The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Take a good look around your houseis every surfacecovered with stuff? Are there any spots where you might give your eyes and mind a rest? If the answers are yes and no, your room is cluttered andcan use a refresh. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Visuallydecluttering a spacemakes it feel more open and organized without doing a full clean-out. Group Small Objects on a Tray Carson recommends grouping small objects and adding a tray underneath....

An adult white-tail eats up to ten pounds of vegetation every day. Discouraging hungry deer is a challenge, particularly in urban areas where they’ve gotten used to human traffic. But they are skittish, frighten easily, and flee when startled. Laszlo Podor / Getty Images Here are 7 methods to help keep your yard and gardens safe. Want more gardening tips? Several choices for types and materials are known to keep deer out....

Dont worry, weve got you covered. Here are seven simple ways to make your home feel cozier without spending a dime. Sticking to warm textures such as wool where possible will help to make the space feel cozy. Kelly Knox / Stocksy Theres a reason that Christmas greenery like garlands are so popular during the holiday season. Despite what you might think, you dont need to spend money to make this happen....

A variety ofsoil amendmentsand fertilizers are available to provide this assistance to acid-loving plants. Most of these amendments are readily available at garden centers and home improvement stores. Lower numbers are acidic, while higher numbers are alkaline. The Spruce / Xiaojie Liu However, some plants require more acidic soil to thrive. It does not work very well to try and dig in sulfur around existing plants. It is often used to treat specific symptoms of iron deficiency....

Here, well walk you through how to open a paint can using a variety ofbasic tools. How it works:Insert the tip between the rim and the lid. Gently push down on the handle to pry launch the lid. Image Source / Getty Images Move the tool around the lid until you’re able to lift it off fully. A Phillips wont work here because the larger tip likely wont fit under the lid....

But interior home projects and repairs pile up, and our shelter often takes priority over the outdoors. You should feel empowered to work with what you have outside. As with any home project, creativity and a willingness to learn are two huge assets for abackyard makeover. Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Kaitlin Green Here are a few ways you canrefresh your backyardfor free-ninety-nine. Meet the Expert Andrea Scharff is a landscape designer and owner ofAndrea Scharff Landscape Design....