The Spruce / Ana Cadena Most everyone has someclothes in their closetthey need to get rid of. Here are suggestions for deciding how to pare down or remove items. You don’t need a reason beyond not feeling good in it. The Spruce / Ana Cadena Instead, pass down photos, which take up far less room but preserve the same memories. Getty Images/bgton Its From a Past Relationship Keeping clothes associated with sentimental memories is OK....
Yellow Dog Productions / Getty Images Power outages are all too common. In some places, they are an inevitable part of winter. Ensure your safety and comfort by learning how to prepare for winter power outages. Yellow Dog Productions / Getty Images We spoke to energy and preparedness experts to help you prepare for upcoming winter power outages. Want more home reno project tips and inspiration? Collect First Aid Items Stay healthy during power outages with first aid items....
Keep in mind, however, that tile countertops are less durable than stone. More prone to cracks, tile countertops will also require more maintenance to keep grout looking fresh and clean. While porcelain is stronger, it is more prone to cracks. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Sealed ceramic tiles are typically less expensive, are suited to DIY projects, and are easier to clean. The designers used a playful mix of tiles throughout the kitchen to give it a dynamic feel....
The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The best living room layout ideas serve both your space and your lifestyle. Find the best layout for long or narrow rectangular, L-shaped, oropen-concept spaces. Check out these functional living room layout ideas to help youfigure out the best planfor your space. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly An intimate conversation area for two by thebay windowsfeatures a pair of upholstered armchairs. Just be sure to create a zone for relaxing and another for working....
Here are 12 tips to follow toprotect your homefrom freezing weather and all the problems that go with it. Then,shut off the waterto your outdoor faucets, drain the lines, andinsulate the hose bibs. Purchase a can of foam insulation such as Great Stuff spray foam, and close them up. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald This is usually necessary only during especially bitter cold spells. Faucets and pipes located along exterior walls are especially susceptible to freezing....
Read on to learn more about tomato pests andhow to prevent pestsfrom ruining your tomato harvest. Pests vs. Beneficial Insects Not all insects on your plants are tomato pests. andriano_cz / Getty Images Before you proceed with pest control treatments, ensure what you’re controlling is indeed a tomato pest. Pest control measures also depend on population numbers and the scope of the damage. Want more gardening tips? Black cutworm larva (Agrotis ipsilon)MEDITERRANEAN / Getty Images...
This list is not all-inclusive. Your nose will also help you identify it: Lily of the valley has a characteristic sweet scent. Wisteria (Wisteria spp.) The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova This vigorously climbing perennial vine has large showy clusters of fragrant blue or purple flowers in the spring. After blooming, wisteria produces large seedpods with a velvety capsule. After drying, they pop with a startlingly loud noise. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova...
Cypress trees are often drought-tolerant, and their fast-growing, dense habit makes them idealprivacy screens. Below are 12 ornamental cypress tree types that might be a good choice for your yard. What Are Cypress Trees? Grace Cary / Getty Images Cypress trees are a varied group of coniferous species within the Cupressaceae family. Want more gardening tips? Types of Cypress Trees Below are some types of cypress trees worth considering for cultivation....
Illustration: The Spruce / Joshua Seong Electrical boxes encase wire connections to protect them from short circuits. This guide breaks down the different types of electrical boxes to safely install electrical devices around your home. If you need help installing the box, call a professional. Illustration: The Spruce / Joshua Seong Other types of boxes can be used as junction boxes. Tip Install junction boxeswhere they are always accessible. Junction boxes must also be covered with solid covers....
Only a fraction of the many types of grasses are commonly used for lawns. How Many Types of Grass Are There? Grass is one of the most common plants in the world. John Keeble/ Getty Images For example,sedge plantssuperficially resemble grass plants, but actually belong to a different family. “Grass” covers a wide array of plants, not just the types suitable for lawns. The same is true of the undesirable grasses that are considered weeds, such ascrabgrassorquackgrass....
Many people can easily recognizemaplesorconifersbut cannot tell you what a hickory looks like. Hickory trees have dark gray or brown bark with deep patterned furrows that peel upward. Hickory Seeds The hickory seeds are the delicious nuts the tree is famous for. ANCHASA MITCHELL / Getty Images Considered a drupe, a seed with a thin skin, fleshy inner fruit, and a singular pit. Color can also vary being coppery brown to green....
The sink and the faucet have to work together. Yoursinkcan dictate the pop in of mount youll need." In addition, proportion is important. Zephyr18 / Getty Images From swivel spouts to pot fillers, learn the differences between the 12 primary types of kitchen faucets available. This is great for turning on water with one hand, making it easy to access water quickly. The downside to single-handle faucets is that it can be difficult to get a precise temperature or water flow....
Most come in different styles, such as toggle, rocker, slider, or push-button. You should know your options whenreplacing a light switch. Use this guide to learn more about the different types of light switches. The Spruce / Claire Cohen This includes toggle, rocker, slider, and push-button switches. Slider and push-button switches are typically used for dimmer switches or specialty switches. This punch in of switch is the most common option for residential buildings....
