Tiling a backsplash is one of the most straightforward tiling jobs you’re able to take on. In fact, backsplashes are a great way to learn how to tile in the first place. But when you add an outlet to the wall, backsplash tiling becomes more complex. Tim Stocker Photography / Getty Images A hole must be cut into the tile or the tile must be worked around the outlet. Avoid spaces between the kitchen backsplash tile and the outlet faceplate....

But can you do that? According to designers, there are many benefits to styling rugs on top of carpet at home. The key is choosing the right rug material, size, and pad to prevent slipping. The Spruce / Jessica Lombardi Here are expert-backed tips to help you do it properly. Meet the Expert Can You Put an Area Rug on Carpet? What Is Broadloom? Nadia Watts Interior Design Broadloom refers to woven, wall-to-wall carpeting seen typically in bedrooms, living rooms, and basements....

Whether it happened slowly or overnight, yourdishwasheris now leaving you with dirty orcloudy dishes. Why Isn’t Your Dishwasher Working Well? This is actually more normal than you may think. AndreyPopov / Getty Images Dishwashers work enormously hard, day in and day out. Your dishwasher may be past its prime and in need of replacement. Or it may requiremajor repairs. In other cases, you’ll need to dig a little deeper into your dishwasher’s inner workings....

Bathroom fixtures are difficult to move around once they have been installed. Getting yourbathroom’s floor planright the first time is crucial. Learn here the necessary toilet, sink, and counter space for bathrooms. The Spruce / Hilary Allison The result will be a cramped, cluttered bathroom. Tip Consider 21 inches as the bare minimum. With the popularity of longer bowl residential toilets, you will want to ensure thetoilet flangehas extra space....

Early blight generally attacks older plants, but it can also occur on seedlings. Stressed plants or plants in poor health are especially susceptible. What Is Tomato Blight? The Spruce / Adrienne Legault However, more than one bang out of blight can attack tomatoes at the same time. There are three types of tomato blight because of different fungi that all present somewhat similarly. Types of Tomato Blight What Causes Early Blight?...

Andrey Maximenko / Getty Images There are several reasons why the leaves of tomato plants turn yellow. However, new yellow leaves on tomato plants are more concerning. Here is a list of possible causes and remedies. Andrey Maximenko / Getty Images Watering should be done slowly and deeply so the plants form deep roots. Avoid overhead watering and always water at the base of the plant. Too Little Light TracyAPhotos/Getty Images...

Different cultivars may take anywhere from 60 to 100 days toharvestafter transplanting the seedlings into the garden. However, knowing more about the seven stages of growth can help track your plant’s progression. Learn the signs of each growth stage of tomatoes to know when to harvest your fruit. druvo / Getty Images When seeds germinate, that’s the first stage of your tomato plant’s life cycle. At this stage, the plant is also growing its true leaves that it’ll soon use for photosynthesis....

Can You Grow Tomatoes Year-Round? Tomatoes are heat-loving plants that growperenniallyin zones 10 and up. However, if youre open to overwinteringtomato plants indoors, you might keep tomatoes growing year-round in any climate. Amanda Slater / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0 Want more gardening tips? Can You Overwinter Tomato Plants? Prepare Your Tomatoes Prepping tomatoes for overwintering begins in late summer to early fall. The Spruce / Gyscha Rendy Carefully inspect your plants for signs of pests and disease and select only the healthiest plants for overwintering....

Mark Newman / Getty Images Hummingbirds are highly prized visitors in the garden. These inquisitive little birds zip around from flower to flower in search of nectar. One distinctive cultivar is called ‘Forest Pansy’ and produces purple foliage. Mark Newman / Getty Images The western redbud can also attract hummingbirds. Some species can handle temperatures that are a bit cooler. Once they are pollinated, they will form red pome fruit....

Vinegar is generally inexpensive and safe for most high-efficiency and standard washers. Distilled white vinegar contains no tannins (natural plant dyes) that can stain clothes. If you only have cider vinegar, dilute it with water before pouring it directly on clothes. The Spruce / Michela Buttignol Do not overuse vinegar; no more than once a week is ideal. Vinegar can wear down some appliances if overused. Below, discover 11 benefits of using white vinegar in laundry and when to avoid it....

The Spruce / Adrienne Legault The right selection offoliage plantscan greatly impact your garden. Choose foliage that will add bold shapes, fine textures, and brilliant color to your yard. You’ll also find foliage that changes its color throughout the season. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Here’s a roundup of the best foliage plants to intersperse among your blooms. Caladiums Caladiums, also called elephant ears, look truly unique in a garden....

Breeders have put their best efforts toward developing new and improved colors and forms of thiseasy-growing native perennial wildflower. Some of the newest varieties arehybridcrosses between two different coneflower species. With these makeovers,Echinaceahas morphed into a rock star in the garden. The Spruce / Ana Cadena With the addition of so many newEchinaceaforms, it is possible todesign an entire landscapecentered on this flower. Not that there was anything wrong with the originalE....

True cobblestones are always natural stoneusually granite, but sometimes basalt, limestone, or another stone. What Is a Cobblestone? The original cobblestone pavers were naturally occurring rounded stones collected from streambeds. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Granite cobblestones have many advantages and they have few drawbacksother than the high price. For DIYers, various installation materials and tool rental can add another $10 per square foot. Or, consider cast concrete pavers made to simulate the look of cobblestone....