It’s important to choose the appropriate size pot when repotting. Consider choosing a pot that is either the same size or only slightly larger. We’ve outlined a step-by-step guide onhow to repot a plantso you might help it grow healthier and larger. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Any larger than this may result in some plant issues like slowed growth or root rot. Also, consider what kind of material you want your container to be depending on your home’s design....

byakkaya / Getty Images Repotting houseplants can be an important aspect of long-term care and maintenance. We spoke with experts to get some tips on repotting houseplants so they survive and thrive. Meet the Expert When Should You Repot a Plant? byakkaya / Getty Images Timing is an important factor when repotting houseplants. Want more gardening tips? one holds the plant while the other adds potting soil) to help make things easier....

Avoid repotting Venus flytraps while they are actively flowering. Venus flytraps require pure water to thrivefiltered orrainwateris best. Using standard potting soil or nutrient-enhanced mixtures will burn the Venus flytraps and kill them quickly. The Spruce / Hilary Allison When repotting a Venus flytrap, a standard carnivorous plant soil mixture should be used. you might either mix one yourself or look for Venus flytrap potting soil to achieve this. If you are mixing the soil yourself, a 1:1 mixture of unenriched peat moss andperliteis ideal....

The Spruce / Nicole & Valerie de Leon Orchids with air (aerial) roots are classified as epiphytes. Patience and a little knowledge can help you manage the task with ease. Read more about how to repot an orchid with air roots. The Spruce / Nicole & Valerie de León What Is an Epiphyte? How Do Orchids Grow? Orchid plants grow in two different ways, defined as monopodial or sympodial. The Spruce / Nicole & Valerie de León...

Fortunately, repotting pothos plants is pretty straightforward and can be done in just a few steps. Spring and summer are the best months to repot a pothos. Pothos prefer a potting mix that is rich and loose, and retains some moisture but is also well-draining. The Spruce / Cori Sears For that reason, a loamy potting mixture that is amended withperliteor sand is ideal. These two ingredients can be found at most nurseries and garden centers, or you could order them online....

This guide tells you when and how to repot your succulents and succulent arrangements. For most succulents, this is before their peak growing season starts. Succulents should never berepotted during their dormancyor when they are in bloom. Iryna Imago / Getty Images Repotting during dormancy disrupts the growing cycle. The best time for summer-dormant succulents is in the fall and for winter-dormant succulents is in the spring. Likewise, repotting a succulent while it is flowering is also an absolute no-no....

Learning how to reset a circuit breaker is easy. Circuit breakers are designed so homeowners can reset themwithout calling an electrician. Find out why your circuit breaker might have tripped and how to reset itquickly and safely. Any machine can create a demand on a single circuit and overload it, tripping the breaker off. Locate the Electric Service Panel Find the circuit breakers located in theelectric service panel. Find the Tripped Breaker initiate the door to the service panel....

The fix is to simply remove and “reset” the toilet with a new wax ring. The same technique is used if you are removing an old toilet to set a new one. Warning A toilet can be heavy and bulky to lift. The Spruce / Candace Madonna If you have a bad back, then this isn’t the project for you. Even if you separate the tank from the bowl, it will still be very heavy....

What to do when a circuit breaker trips. Fortunately, it’s easy to fix a circuit breaker trip in just a few minutes. A circuit breaker protects your home against damaging or harmfulshort circuitsand overloads. The Spruce / Kevin Norris What Causes a Tripped Circuit Breaker Need more help? Unscrewing and removing the inner dead-front coverwithin the service panelexposes the highly powered lugs. Use the light from a phone if necessary....

Here’s how to restore a rusty cast iron skillet. What Is Seasoning? You’ll often hear home cooks refer to their cast iron as having seasoning on it. The Spruce / Ana Cadena Whether you’re cooking meat or cornbread, the method for cleaning is simple and consistent. you might even use a small amount of gentledish soapif there is stubborn food remaining on its surface. As long as you avoid harsh scrubbing or chemicals, the seasoning on the pan will stay intact....

Restoring a deckcan be a good weekend project for an avid DIYer. Use this guide to learn how to restore a weathered deck. In some cases, deck restoration is not possible because the structure is too damaged. tab1962 / Getty Images If this is the case, the deck will need to be demolished andrebuilt with new parts. Keep an eye out for significant rotting or areas with substantial damage that may be beyond simple repairs....

The whole process is suitable for a beginner DIYer and it only takes a few hours. Before You Begin Get up close and personal with your couch before you begin. If there arent any, you wont be able to restuff your couch. The Spruce / Adelyn Duchala Stuff Back Cushions With Poly-fil Dig into your bag of Poly-fil and grab a huge handful. Begin shoving handfuls of the Poly-fil inside your cushion until you cant fit anymore....

If your concrete has significant damage, it may be better to replace it. Old concrete inside or outside your home can benefit from resurfacing or other coverings for a more attractive appearance. Some homeowners opt to cover interior concrete walls with drywall for a cheaper alternative. Chaiyaporn Baokaew / Getty Images Exterior concrete walls, on the other hand, can be resurfaced or covered with faux veneers like stone. Once you’ve decided to resurface concrete, it’s important to prepare it properly....