Here’s how to mount a staghorn fern to just about any surface, indoors or outside. Warning Staghorn ferns are considered invasive in Florida and Hawaii. Check with your local extension agency to learn about any growing restrictions on these plants. The Spruce / Brie Goldman Want more gardening tips? This will give it time to become fully saturated. Avoid exposing the delicate fronds to direct sun. The Spruce / Brie Goldman...

Heres what you should probably know to move a couch through a narrow door. If not, leave them attached. Remove cushions, throw pillows, and all other unattached items from the sofa. The Spruce / Sarah Lee Since you are interested in the couch’s absolute maximum size, use leading edges as your reference points. For width, measure from one couch arm to the opposite arm. Be sure to identify the farthest possible points, and measure between them....

you’ve got the option to move a hot tub anywhere within the yard with three assistants. No lifting is required. Before You Begin Before you move ahot tub, consider its excessive weight, and plan accordingly. FilippoBacci / Getty Images Hot tubs weigh from 460 pounds to 1,000 pounds. Recruit three capable people to assist with moving the tub. Safety Considerations Avoid standing under a hot tub that is tipped up on its side....

Some vehicles, however, are ideal for moving a twin, full, queen, or evenking-sized mattress. For example, most mattresses of any size will fit into a typical pickup truck. If you’ve got the option to borrow or rent one, you’re in good shape. The Spruce / Danielle Moore Wrap Your Mattress in Plastic Use aspecially-sized mattress bag. Purchase Sturdy Rope Buy enough rope to secure your mattress both lengthwise and across the middle....

Learn how to safety move a washer and dryer to your new home. Attempting to lift a washer or dryer on your own isn’t a good idea. When the hoses appear to be dry, put them into a sealable bag for transportation. The Spruce / Kevin Norris This helps to prevent accidental electrocution when you are disconnecting the water lines. double-check to unplug the electrical cord from the outlet before turning the breaker back on....

Before You Begin Consider these three important steps before you lift a finger to move a mattress. Safety Considerations A mattress is extremely heavy and cumbersome, even for two people. For example, king and queen mattresses of any material can weigh over 100 pounds. The Spruce / Nelly Cuanalo Trying to liftany size mattressonto the roof can bruise you and possibly rip the mattress. Slide the bag over the mattress and secure it with packing tape....

It also serves severalpractical purposesand can do a lot more than simply beautify your landscape. It suppresses weeds, moderates temperatures, and retains moisture in the soil. It can even be used along with newspaper or plastic tosmother unwanted grassand create new garden beds. The Spruce / Colleen & Shannon Graham With organic mulches, additional benefits are realized when they decompose. They improve soil structure by loosening clay and compacted soils....

You don’t need to use potentially irritating fungicides to killlawn mushrooms. While mushrooms usually will not damage your lawn, their presence signals potential problems with your grass. Learn how to get rid of mushrooms in your yard without ruining the look and feel of your lawn. The Spruce / David Karoki Wear protective gloves and clothing to protect your skin when using this vinegar. Remove any decaying organic matter left on the grass to hinder mushroom growth....

Now, here’s how to spend an afternoon rearranging your fridge the right way. If possible, remove the drawers and shelves and let them soak in hot, soapy water. Replace the shelves and drawers and store a box ofbaking sodato help reduce future fridge odors. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Well, she was on the right track! Baking soda is an easy and effective way to keep your fridge smelling fresh for longer....

In many ways, our junk drawers canpreventclutter by providing a storage solution for miscellaneous paraphernalia. However, the system only works for so long. A functional junk drawer requires some attention and organization from time to time. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Here are seven steps to help you deep clean and declutter your junk drawer. Scan your drawer for dried-out pens and expired coupons. Maybe you have a takeout menu or two from a restaurant thats no longer in business....

Cathie Hong Keeping a small kitchen organized is a key to making sure it is both functionaland clutter-free. Check out these simple ideas for how to organize a small kitchen for inspiration. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Cathie Hong Add a Pull-Out Rack NEAT Method NYC Keep your spices organized with apull-out spice rack. This clever piece of equipment can help you maximize dead space between cabinets and will keep clutter at bay....

or “Do I have too much clutter?” “The real problem is that they have too much stuff. Does everything belong in this room? Carlos Bezz / Getty Images Are thereitems that can be donatedor do you want to keep everything already in this space? Do you have time to tackle the entire room or should you work on small tasks first? Be realistic about the amount of time needed to organize the space....

Organizing kitchen cupboards saves money and time when cooking, meal planning, and making the grocery list. Declutter Your Kitchen Cabinets Decluttering your kitchen cabinets is the first step toan organized kitchen. Do this before purchasing any extra cabinet storage solutions. The Spruce / Margot Cavin Place special occasion items in the higher cabinets. Tip It’s OK to break old habits. You don’t need to keep items in the same location where you used to store them....