It seems like unique candle arrangements fill up our Pinterest boards and Instagram Reels. You know I love a napkin hack, she said. First, find any decorative napkins you love. Clive Streeter / Getty Images She uses a beautiful blue decorative napkin she found at TJ Maxx for a relatively inexpensive price. Start by removing the back layer of the napkin so its just the decorative side. Heres where the contact paper or wax paper comes into the picture....

What Is a Tiny House? A tiny house is a punch in of structure called a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU). You may need to move them to a garage or build a new shed. Mireya Acierto / Getty Images Not all existingoutdoor storage shedsare good candidates for tiny houses. Sheds in use for years likely aren’t appropriate, unless they have been kept in perfect condition. A qualified contractor can advise you on municipal permissions, requirements, zoning, and permits....

The Spruce / Michelle Becker What Carpet Color Is Best for Your Home? Afterchoosing the carpet, next comes the wall paint color, which has almost limitless options. These colors do not go out of style, serving as popular color choices for decades. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Light Colors Beige is one of the most popular carpet colors. Beige is a light color and can appear as a warm, neutral color, depending on its tone....

Which punch in of Carpet is Best for Your Home? These loops of fiber can then be left either intact or cut at various angles and lengths. How the fiber loops are treated is known as thecarpet pile. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic These characteristics determine the comfort of the carpet, how it feels underfoot, and its wear characteristics. Here are the common carpet terms to know and types of carpet fibers and pile options to consider....

Wood Privacy Fence Thomas Winz/Getty Images Most quality wooden privacy fences double as a security fence. But if privacy is your main concern, ahedge of plantscan serve the same purpose minus the security. Wood fencing can be a simple stockade look or custom-designed with ornamental flourishes. kellyvandellen / Getty Images Some wood fences, such as pine, need staining. Wood fences cost between $17 and $45 per linear foot. Whether you choose wood or vinyl for your security or privacy fence comes down to personal tastes and budget....

Common nails have a thick shank, a wide head, and a diamond-shaped point. They are most commonly used with 2x dimensional lumber, such as two-by-fours. Box Nail Box nails are similar to common nails and sinkers but have thinner shanks. The Spruce / Margot Cavin They are better suited to thinner wood materials, such as 1x (3/4-inch-thick) lumber and exterior trim. The thinner shank of a box nail is less likely to split thinner materials....

Figuring out which room you want to put this throw in of lighting in is just the first step. Size, style, how many, wattage, and placement are just a few others. Some recessed fixtures are all one piece, but most are made as two pieces. The Spruce / Krystal Slagle In a two-piece fixture, the housing is the piece that is mounted to the ceiling. Can punch in There are two types of recessed can lights: IC-rated and non-IC-rated....

Learn commonwall trim ideasand which to use to upgrade your space. What Is Wall Trim? Common types of wall trim include baseboards, chair rail, and crown molding. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Wall trim can be made frommedium-density fiberboard (MDF), wood, or polyurethane. Wood is more solid and durable than MDF, while polyurethane is moisture-resistant. Natural wood is best for a natural or stained wood appearance. akurtz/Getty Images Use either MDF or polyurethane materials if you plan to paint the trim....

These valves control yourgarden hoses, sprinkler systems, and every single fixture water flows from in your home. Stainless steel valves can also be used in the same options, but tend to be more expensive. The main water shutoff valve will always be found along your main water line. The Spruce / Kevin Norris There are seven common types of water shutoff valves you could see in and around your home....

Get the ideal look for your next woodworking project with the right wood finish. Tip Take the time to properly research the different wood finishes available. Always work in a well-ventilated space. stevecoleimages / Getty Images Dispose of any unused wood finish at a local recycling center. Polyurethane Polyurethaneis the most durable option for indoor woodworking projects. It’s highly effective at protecting cabinets, doors, furniture, and floors from scratches and abrasive damage....

Wood flooring comes in two typessolid or engineered wood. Wood substitutes or faux-wood offerings include bamboo,laminate, luxury vinyl flooring, and wood-look ceramic tile. It’s similar to any other piece of lumber sawn straight off the log. David Papazian / Digital Vision / Getty Images you could get it unfinished or prefinished. The sealant requires 48 hours to dry. Even then, additional coats may be necessary. Margot Cavin​ / The Spruce...

It also benefits pollinators and has distinctive, feathery seed heads that add seasonal interest in winter. Want more gardening tips? These climbers use aerial roots to scale solid surfaces, and they dont damage masonry like English ivy might. magicflute002 / Getty Images Theyre also relatively clean plants and they produce beautiful, white flowers in spring and summer. Pollinators, like honeybees, love them too." Crossvine Marianne Pfeil / Getty Images At first glance, its easy to confuse crossvine withinvasivetrumpet vines....

during fall below, and read on for expert tips for tackling each item on your fall cleaning checklist. Place a tarp under metal furniture and accessories to help preventrust stains on the patio floor. You may need toclean the gutters outseveral times during the fall as leaves continue to fall. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Always be sure to use good safety practices and a very sturdy ladder. Take the time to winterize exposed pipes and faucets to avoid costly repairs....