Mostmetal roofswere confined to commercial buildings or to higher-end residential structures. Continuous panels run from the ridge of the roof down to the eaves. There are no horizontal seams. Scott Hailstone / E+ / Getty Images Between the panels are seams connected by fasteners which are raised above the level of the metal roofing. The seam fasteners range from 1/2-inch high to 1-1/2 inches high. Because these fasteners are concealed, you only see a smooth continuous ridge extending from top to bottom....

But you’ve got the option to capture the same sharp and professional-looking results at home. By following these tips, you’ll save time and money by making fewer trips to the cleaners. The shirt must be made of awoven fabric. The Spruce You cannot achieve a crisp finish with a knit fabric. If the shirt islabeled dry clean only, it’ll be difficult to achieve the desired result at home. This will especially affect the collars and cuffs....

AngelaMacario / Getty Images Starfish floweris a succulent perennial known for its large, hair-covered blooms. Starfish flower prefers bright sunlight, warm temperatures, and sandy, well-drained potting mix. It can be grown indoors year-round in temperate climates or outdoors in subtropical climates where temperatures stay above 40F. AngelaMacario / Getty Images Light Starfish flower grows best with at least six hours of bright, direct sunlight each day. That means full sun conditions outdoors or a bright, sunny window indoors....

Dazey Den Figuring out how to decorate a large wall can feel overwhelming. Check out these tips and ideas that will show you how to decorate a large wall in any room. Want more design inspiration? Dazey Den Interior designer Alvin Wayne chose a colorful graphic print that complements the style of the modular furniture. Install Built-Ins Michelle Berwick Design Decorate a large TV orfireplace wall with built-ins. Be sure to anchor taller shelves to the wall so that they don’t topple over....

L Feddes / Getty Images Every gardener was a first-time gardener at some point. Find the answers to all of your questions here. Getting over that psychological hurdle is the first step toward becoming a gardener. L Feddes / Getty Images Everybody can growsomethingright away, even if they’re totally lacking in gardening experience. The key is to start somewhere. Start small, keep it simple, and snag the easiest possible plants to grow....

USDA planthardiness zonemaps are based on extreme minimum and typical high temperatures. The USDA revised the map in 2023 to account for a warming shift. The 2023 map is about 2.5 degrees warmer across the continental United States than the former 2012 maps. The Spruce / Hilary Allison The USDA has kept records for decades, publishing the first growing zone map in 1960. To read each map, press the picture or header to see the full-size map....

The primary difference is the jot down of heat each provides, though both bring the heat. While the benefits and ability to customize may be similar, maintenance,installation, and costdiffer significantly. Read on to learn whether a steam room or a sauna is the right choice. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto A one-person steam room should be at least three by three feet, with room for a 15-inch seat. The size of a small, two- to three-person sauna is about four by six feet at the smallest....

Hot Water vs. This is created in a furnace located in an area separate from the living spaces, usually a basement. Modern hot water radiators may have a flat, low-profile front panel cover and no visible fins. The Spruce / Ellen Lindner Most steam radiators are conventional, freestanding standing style units with visible fins. There are also wall-mounted steam radiators. The fins of either style become hot and distribute the heat into a room....

Whenframing a wall, strength, quality, durability, and ease of use are chief concerns. Wood studs are strong and easy to install, but quality can sometimes be spotty. Anyone who has purchased wood two-by-fours is familiar with the process of culling out warped or bent boards. William Britten / Getty Images Wood studs are durable, but only as long as they are kept dry. But are steel studs right for your project?...

This throw in of project is virtually always a job for a general contractor and/or a variety of subcontractors. That doesn’t mean, however, that the owners are hands-off. Your room addition will probably go together much more smoothly if you hire a general contractor. angusforbes / Getty Images Be prepared for the fact that it takes a long time to build an addition to a house. The time required is largely dependent on the availability of labor and materials in your area....

Take the time to inspect and research the various product specs instead of defaulting to Stihl or Husqvarna. Learn how to use the chainsaw properly before getting started. Brands Stihl and Husqvarna are very popular chainsaw brands that have manufactured chainsaws for over 50 years. The Spruce / Brie Goldman Stihl was founded in Germany in 1926, where the company headquarters remain. Here are some broad brand comparisons. Individual products can differ....

Ruslan Sidorov / Getty Images Dirty grout can be cleaned or recolored to revitalize its appearance. But you may eventually need to take on the more laborious task of removing and replacing the grout. If a deep cleaning with this paste renews the grout’s original color, you’re good. Ruslan Sidorov / Getty Images If not, replace the grout. This porosity makes cleaning grout particularly difficult, says Cole. Grout must also be in good structural shape for you to continue cleaning it rather than replacing it....

Home flippers are simply making these design choices based on what they think the people want. The “people” refers to the millennials who are entering the home-buying market. Meet the Experts What Is Millennial Gray? asbe / Getty Images However, it seems to have originated on TikTok. It describes the overuse of the color gray in interior design, specifically among the millennial crowd. Think: gray laminate flooring over original warm-toned hardwood paired with a gray sofa and gray walls....