If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. From throw pillows to bed quilts, Lim created a sustainable and trendsetting lifestyle brand,VERLOOP. Sampling and human error add to this. The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan / VERLOOP Lim quickly realized that some design styles would work better within these limitations than others. Want more of our favorite products? The name VERLOOP comes from a Dutch word, which means process....

The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Novice gardeners sometimes confuse vermiculite and perlite. However, vermiculite is used to improve water retention, while perlite is used to increase drainage. In some cases, there may be little harm in using these materials interchangeably. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Here’s how vermiculite and perlite differ, and how to know when to use each. What Is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is a silvery-gray, flaky materialsold by the bag at home improvement stores....

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. For Victoria Justice, part of embracing her adulthood is reflected by her love of laundry day. But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to appreciate doing household chores more. The Spruce / Photo Illustration by Amy Sheehan / Photo by Jared Blitz I think they can actually be meditative. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to appreciate doing household chores more....

The Spruce / K. Dave The tomato is a top crop in the garden for many home vegetable growers. There are so many choices, it can be hard to decide which kind to grow. The termsvine tomatoand bush tomato can be confusing because all tomatoes grow on vines. The Spruce / K. Dave There is no plant called a tomato bush. These plants are described as either vining or bush for the shape they take as they mature....

Often the trio is used interchangeably, but the three are not at all the same. Once you know that difference, vintage, antique, and retro will summon distinctly different images to mind. What Are Vintage, Antique, and Retro Style Pieces? The Spruce / Ellen Lindner Vintage, antique, and retro each have their own style characteristics and encompass different items and time periods. Vintage vs. Antique Vintage differs from antique because of its age....

Is Vinyl Fencing Right for You? If you’re exploring alternatives to traditional wood fencing, vinyl fencing could be the answer. This plastic-based fencing is made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and is generally low-maintenance. The Spruce / Almar Creative It comes in several colors and styles, from short picket fences to tall privacy fences. It can even be textured for a wood-like appearance. However, the initial installation costs can be high, and extreme weather can warp or damage the material....

Solid wood, carpeting, and even laminate often aren’t suited for these spaces. The Spruce / Margot Cavin So, homeowners face two excellent choices: vinyl tile andceramic tile. Both flooring types are good at shedding moisture and resisting stains. The Spruce / Margot Cavin This choice most often comes into play for high-traffic or highly wet rooms like kitchens and full bathrooms. Vinyl tile is often designed to replicate the look of wood, stone, oreven ceramic tile....

Is Vinyl Plank Flooring Right for You? But that is no longer the case with vinyl plank flooring. The stone-look products are usually shaped in tiles, rather than planks. The Spruce / Kevin Norris But structurally this is a different product. Vinyl flooring planks typically are 48 or 36 inches long. And ceramic tile is a much more labor-intensive installation for DIYers. Maintenance and Repair This is one of the easier floors to maintain....

On average, vinyl siding costs $13,380. What Is a Vinyl Siding Square? Vinyl siding is usually priced based on each 100-square-foot unit. ScottNodine / Getty Images This unit is called a square. Because large quantities of siding are required, siding professionals price the material this way. Houses that are greater than one story will cost more, as well. Cost by Style The style of the vinyl siding affects the cost of installation....

Installation is straightforward, they cost about the same, and both look greatso what is the difference? Vinyl flooringalso made from several layersis entirely synthetic. The sheet is then printed and embossed with a surface print layer. Margot Cavin / The Spruce Multiple wear layers are applied, and a layer of no-wax polyurethane is applied on top. Withvinyl plank flooring, the core is a thicker, multi-layer PVC. Luxury vinyl flooring comes in planks or tiles that interlock side-to-side to form afloating floor....

Learn the key differences Vinyl and linoleum are differentresilient flooringmaterials that share many characteristics. Many people use the names interchangeably due to the similarities of the materials. But there are a surprising number of important differences between linoleum and vinyl. The Spruce / Margot Cavin Compare all the characteristics to determine which throw in of resilient flooring is best for you. Today’s linoleum is comprised largely of linseed oil, a naturally occurring substance extracted from flax seeds....

Its natural appeal has made wood the first choice for most homeowners for many years. For over 40 years, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) plastic has become more prevalent in landscaping. Unlike wood fencing, vinyl fencing doesn’t rot, doesn’t warp, and never needs painting. Gregory Horne / Getty Images Some home centers now stock vinyl fencing components and preassembled panels in a limited range of colors. Some vinyl fencing is now even textured to resemble wood....

The government regulates them in some household items as part of theClean Air Act. Since every room in a house and the exterior are usually painted, VOCs are already everywhere. Paint can off-gas fumes for weeks, months, or years after initial system. The Spruce / Margot Cavin VOCs can build up in the home. What Is No vs. Low-VOC Paint? Low-VOC paint means that the paint contains less than 50 grams per liter of volatile organic compounds....