Michael Crowley / Moment / Getty Images If you have seen a live luna moth, consider yourself lucky. This large, beautifulmothis part of theSaturniidaefamily. It is sometimes called the American Moon Moth. Michael Crowley / Moment / Getty Images Seen primarily during spring and early summer, the moth typically produces two generations each year. Male luna moths are particularly strong fliers and may fly over relatively long distances. Female luna moths release a sex-attractant pheromone that is used to attract the male moth from a great distance....

The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Come September in the U.S.,mumsare as ubiquitous as pumpkins during fall harvest. it’s possible for you to find them everywhere and anywhere, from nurseries to supermarkets to gas stations. However, once you get them home, mums are incredibly easy to kill. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault However, you’re able to keep these beautiful flowers alive with a little tender loving care. The Spruce Choose a Strong Plant Choosing the right plantis key to having it thrive....

Fortunately, there are effective, free methods of pinpointing the location of underground utility lines before you dig. Tip Contacting your local utility marking service might be more than just a good idea. Usually Marked Usually Not Marked Can You Find Utility Lines by Yourself? Monty Rakusen / Getty Images Unless marked, trench locations are quickly forgotten. Buried depth requirements of these utilities can vary from area to area. In colder climates, sewer and water lines are typically deep in the ground below the winter frost line....

Backwashing is a method to thoroughly clean a swimming pool’s filter and avoid having toclean it manually. It usually takes just a few minutes. Backwashing flushes debris and contaminants, which keeps your pool’s filter working properly and efficiently. Petegar / Getty Images Backwashing can be performed on all types of pools, including above-ground pools. What Is Backwashing? Backwashing is when you reverse the flow of water to flush out contaminants from a swimming pool filter....

But that idea is an antiquated one, at least according to home organizing expert Shira Gill. “Minimalism isn’t about depriving yourself of the things you want,” Gill says. “It’s about making room for the things you want most.” Organized Living: Solutions and Inspiration for Your Home/ Photo by Vivian Johnson Want more design inspiration? “Then they just have more things to deal with and no concrete plan.” “Edit before you organize and organize before you elevate,” Gill says....

You’re probably wondering how to get started as well. A successful decorator does much more than pick out pretty fabrics andrearrange furniture. First of all, it’s important to understand thatan interior decorator is not an interior designer. The Spruce / Ulyana Verbytska These are two different fields requiring different degrees and certifications. Read on for our guide to becoming an interior decorator. What Does an Interior Decorator Do? An interior decorator furnishes andenhances a spaceto achieve a certain aesthetic....

The Spruce / Kevin Norris Copper pipeis soft and easy to bend by hand. But it’s too delicate to bend smoothly and perfectly on its own. Bendingcopper pipewithout special methods or tools results inpipecollapse and crimping. The Spruce / Kevin Norris There are a couple of easy and reliable ways to bend copper pipe safely. One method uses an inexpensive spring kit to prevent the pipe from crimping. Another method uses common salt or fine sand....

Its also fun to play around with on its own. Bending wood is a two-step process: first, softening the wood, then forming it. Steam or very hot to boiling water are good agents for softening wood. John Clutterbuck / Getty Images Wood can also be softened by creating multiple cuts on the back of the wood using a saw. This method is called kerf-cutting. Read on for all the instructions on how to bend wood....

Use asturdy push broomor leaf blower to eliminate all loose debris. Then, use a garden hose with a spray nozzle to wet the concrete. Most patios only need to be cleaned once per year. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Spring is an ideal time to clear accumulated winter mud and grime. If the concrete has food stains or from a barbecue grill, add a thorough cleaning in the fall. Safety Considerations When using bleach, protect the lawn and shrubbery with old towels or plastic sheeting....

You may even be able to hide the accidental bleach splash by incorporating it into the final design. Keep reading to learn how to bleach a shirt to create your own designs. The Spruce / Michele Lee Warning Cleaning chemicalsparticularly bleach and hydrogen peroxideshould never be mixed. The Spruce / Michele Lee Chlorine bleach is frequently used to remove stains andwhiten yellowed fabrics. It can also be used to create unique designs and change the look of colored fabrics....

Not all materials can be bleached. you might safely bleach items that are cotton, polyester, nylon, acrylic, and rayon. Anything with spandex or made with wool, silk, or leather should not be bleached. The Spruce / Grace Thomas Here’s how to bleach white clothes so they look and feel like new. Always dilute bleach; straight bleach can damage clothes and be an irritant. Soak Clothing for 5 Minutes Submerge your clothing for a maximum of five minutes....

Bleach wood furniture to helprestore itto a fresh, natural appearance for subsequent clear coating orstaining. What is Wood Bleaching? Laundry Bleach Commonhousehold laundry bleachcan be used at full strength to bleach wood. Luca Piccini Basile / Getty Images Oxalic acid costs about $14 to $16 per gallon, after diluting with water. Two-part bleaches can be prohibitively expensive. Two 1-gallon bottles, which must be purchased in tandem, cost over $100. Lye is another term for sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide and has an extremely high pH....

Keep your home’s heating system in top condition in 5 simple steps. This prevents hot water from circulating properly and reduces the overall heat output of the unit. Use this guide to learn how to bleed a radiator and restore heat to your home. zoranm / Getty Images Before You Begin Caution and preparation are key to succeeding with this maintenance task. Wait about an hour after turning off the heat before you begin....