But does that mean this is the only time to do it? Winterspecifically late winteris an excellent time to repot indoor plants because it’s a lower-stress time for the plant. Meet the Expert Ward Dilmoreis founder and head landscape designer of Petrus Luxury Estate Landscaping Company. Regina Burganova / Getty Images “The soil is still workable, yet plants have become dormant.” Want more gardening tips? “They are solely focused on staying alive instead of flowering or leaf growth,” Dilmore says....

Reupholstering it yourself is a budget-friendly option, but it is ultimately time-consuming. Reupholstering Costs Thecost to reupholstera couch varies based on its size and the fabric you select. Remember that professionals might charge you more if thecouch fabricyou select is challenging to work with. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Get quotes from two or three different upholsterers for all fabric and parts. On average, it can cost $2,000 to $4,000 to reupholster an 8-foot couch....

EMPPhotography / Getty Images Social media is full of viral hacks forwatering plants. We asked professional gardening and houseplant experts to find out. Meet the Expert Does Using Pasta Water Work for Plants? EMPPhotography / Getty Images Though by not salting the water, your pasta may end up more bland than desired. “Carefully choosing how you use the natural resource of water is important,” she says. Those fungi probably wouldn’t harm your plant, and they may even be beneficial....

If the water immediately beads up, then the seal is intact and the floor cannot be penetrated. The thicker and more durable the sealed finish is, the more resistant to steam damage it will be. Warning The quality of the seal can vary from location to location across the floor. The Spruce / Margot Cavin You have to test it in several locations to be sure of its overall integrity....

Keeping it comfortable and clean is paramount to a good nights sleep and feeling energized for the day ahead. Steam cleaning in particular is one of the most common ways people opt torefresh their mattresses. However, while itcanbe done, it may not always be the best optioncontrary to popular belief. DZIANIS BARYSAU / Getty Images Meet the Expert Robin Murphyis the founder of home cleaning services Maid Brigade and ChirpChirp....

Some enjoy wearing shoes in their homes for comfort and convenience, while others choose to remove them immediately. Eliana Coca, the owner ofE.C. Outdoor shoes can track in messes both seen and unseen. Liudmila Chernetska / Getty Images For city dwellers, this can be especially true. Sidewalks are home to some pretty yucky stuff, including dog poo, spit, and assorted trash. It is best not to track any of those substances into your sanctuary....

While this situation is not ideal, moldy dishes are more common than you might think. Mold thrives in moist environments and can grow onto dishware as quickly as 24 hours. Cleaning experts are here to weigh in and share their insights on how to remedy this situation. The Spruce / Ulyana Verbytska Meet the Expert Do You Have to Throw Away Moldy Dishes? Dishes made from wood or certain plastics are not safe to keep after they have gotten moldy....

Meadowscaping creates a wild, overgrown, prairie-inspired feeland it’s taking yards by storm. It’s really a celebration of biodiversity." Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Its also awakening interest in planting [native plants]. Along with providing ecological benefits, Arora says it also improves biodiversity. It’s beautiful, saves water, and is great for our pollinator pals," she says. The Spruce / Heidi Kolsky Arora says if youre going to do it, you need the right conditions....

The Spruce / Robert Tutton Do you really need a dehumidifier in winter? Humidity or dampness (water vapor) in the air is one element that influences indoor air quality. The appliance draws in damp air, removes excess moisture, and releases drier air into the room. The Spruce / Robert Tutton In moisture-ridden bathrooms and basements, dehumidifiers ordehumidifiers for basementscan prevent mold and mildew growth. Despite the colder air outside, humidity can still exceed preferred levels inside....

We got the 411 on everything fall leaf cleanup. Want more gardening tips? Should You Rake Your Leaves? Elizabethsalleebauer / Getty Images Sometimes, using the old-fashioned way of doing things is the better way. It’s beneficial for your lawn to periodically rake up fallen leaves and to not let leaves pile up. Pros of Raking Why? The Spruce / Henry Wortock Another reason to use a rake instead of a leaf blower?...

Hit Stop Media / Getty Images Paint is challenging to remove from surfaces. Steaming isn’t recommended for removing paint on most surfaces around the home. It can remove paint from metal, concrete, and brick, though other methods may work better. Hit Stop Media / Getty Images “In fact, it may cause damage to wood surfaces if not done properly.” Ryan Parr, a professional painter, agrees that steaming isnt typically part of the process for removing paint....

Here’s what it’s crucial that you know about banana water. Banana peels make excellent additions to compost. Scroll down to find tips for composting banana peels. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Is Banana Water Good for Plants? Potassium (K) is one of the nutrients that ensures plant quality, growth, and reproduction. Plants can only absorb nutrients that microbes and fungi have broken down. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Like most raw materials,banana peels should be compostedbecause decomposition is necessary to release beneficial nutrients....

There must be a 5.25% to 6.15% concentration of sodium hypochlorite for the bleach to work. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Open windows, turn on the bathroom exhaust fan, or add a circulating fan to the room. The Spruce / Ulyana Verbytska Allow it to soak for at least 30 minutes before rinsing and allowing to air dry. When Shouldn’t You Use Chlorine Bleach to Clean a Toilet? If you haverust stain streaksin the toilet bowl, chlorine bleach should not be used for toilet cleaning....