The Spruce / Margot Cavin Drywall Drywallis the rigid gypsum-based board that forms most walls in homes. Drywall is either screwed or nailed directly to the wall studs. A non-load-bearing wall supports only its own weight. The Spruce / Margot Cavin In some homes, load-bearing walls are 24 inches apart, on-center. Insulation Exterior walls usually have fiberglass, cellulose, mineral wool, or foam insulation. Older homes may not have insulation behind the drywall....

Bluestone is quarried in the United States and Canada and has long been used aspaversinhardscapesand other landscaping projects. What Is Bluestone? (Bluestone is also different fromcrushed blue stone.) The color of the bluestone pavers on this patio is picked up by the chairs chosen to furnish it.The Spruce / David Beaulieu There are two main varieties of bluestone: Pennsylvania and Shenandoah bluestone. Pennsylvania bluestone, which is a sandstone, is a jot down of sedimentary rock made of sand-sized grains....

Perhaps you even have a boucle piece or two in your own living room. “We use it in a lot of vacation properties such as lake homes and mountain homes.” Curious to learn more about this fabricincluding its origins, best uses, wearability, and more? The Spruce / Alyssa Vela Read on as designers and textile experts elaborate on what makes boucle so special. @sarahlyon9/ Instagram What Is Boucle? Boucle is a yarn with loops or the nubby-textured fabric made from it....

Its also less stuffy (and more versatile) than you might expect. Lets cover some of the basics. We love repurposing items like vintage trunks and suitcases to add to the mood of breezy adventure. pophaminteriors / Instagram The current trend of using botanical prints andgreeneryalso plays well with a classic British colonial approach. Its a beautiful aesthetic thats held up to this day for a reason. The British Empire was no benign ruler over the lands in its control....

Gary Winiker / Getty Images Brutalism is astyle of architecturethat was prominent from the 1950s to the 1980s. Key Characteristics of Brutalist Architecture What Is Brutalist Architecture? Instead, it’s a play on the French phrase for raw concrete, “beton brut.” Gary Winiker / Getty Images James Bond author Ian Flemming famously hated Goldfingers aesthetic so much that he named Bonds nemesis after him. Concrete had an allure of indestructibility, but deteriorated from the inside....

Their solution was to build small, economical homes that could be constructed on a quicker-than-usual timeline. Their popularity grew immensely when mail-order “kit” home manufacturers like Sears began to sell ready-built bungalow homes. Thanks to their affordability, many veterans returning from World War II used their G.I. Joe Schmelzer/Corbis Documentary/Getty Images Bill funds to purchase bungalow-style homes, as well. Different Types of Bungalows Over time, several different types of bungalow homes emerged....

Learn more about Castile soap and how it’s possible for you to use it for a cleaner home. What Is Castile Soap? Named for the soapmaking Castile region of Spain where it was developed, Castile soap originated centuries ago. The Spruce / Jorge Gamboa It is a commonly used ingredient when makingDIY laundry detergent. The soap is hypoallergenic and safe to use on pets. Both the bar and liquid soaps are highly concentrated and should be diluted before use....

What Is Classical Architecture? For centuries, architects have drawn influence from these civilizations and incorporated traditional ideals into subsequent styles of architecture. For our purposes, the Classical Revival movement is the most true-to-form style of Classical architecture that exists today. tose / Getty Images The Classical architectural style has been revived numerous times throughout history. The corresponding architectural style became known asGreek Revival. This architecture focused heavily on the Greek ideal of proportion and structural integrity....

Pixasquare / Unsplash Contemporary architecture refers to buildings that date from the late 20th century through the present day. What Is Contemporary Architecture? Contemporary architecture refers to the current style of architecture. Pixasquare / Unsplash Re-Assessing Green Building Performance.Pacific Northwest National Library. Jacek Kadaj / Getty Images pamspix / Getty Images Turkel Design asbe / E+ / Getty Images Vostok / Getty Images HildaWeges / Getty Images

Ashley Montgomery Design What Is Cottagecore? Cottagecore is a decor, landscaping, and lifestyle trend inspired by a quaint vision of country life. Its design aesthetics embrace the use of natural materials, handmade crafts, and vintage furniture and decor. Becca Interiors Cottagecore also encourages developinghomesteading skillsand practicing wholesome pastimes such as baking, gardening, and raising backyard chickens. Lobster and Swan Cottagecore Lifestyle and Design Cottagecore decor embraces simplicity, whimsy, and nostalgia....

Truss Interiors Do you love gothic architecture, cozy libraries, a bevy of antiques, and moody palettes? Dark academia may be the interior design style you’ve been looking for. Curious about how to pull it off and what kind of decor you should start adding to your cart? Truss Interiors We sat down with some designers to get their best tips about dark academia interior design. What Is Dark Academia Interior Design?...

It is meant to be buried in a trench underground. Homeowners rarely deal with USE cable themselves; it is handled by utility professionals. The primary difference between standard NM and underground feeder (UF) cable is in the cable construction. The Spruce / Margot Cavin Standard NM cable contains wires that are wrapped with paper and a relatively loose plastic sheath. UF cable has wires that are completely encased in solid plastic....

It became an easier and less costly replacement for troweling plaster during the housing boom after World War II. However,hanging drywallrequires a safety mask to prevent breathing its potentially harmful fine dust. Warning Always wear a mask when working with drywall. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Check the mask’s rating for dust particulates. What Is Drywall Made Of? Once dry, the material becomes strong and rigid and is ready to use as a building material....