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Clean Your Gutters Now!
As fall arrives, it’s smart to take care of those outdoor projects that are easiest to do when the weather is relatively warm and dry. Cleaning your gutters, for example, is a job that will be far easier now than after the rains fully arrive–so do yourself a favor and get out that ladde…
Unusual Uses for Aspirins
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A couple of aspirin can do more than alleviate your headache — they also help cut flowers last longer, remove laundry stains, and even ease the sting of mosquito bites.
(Safety tip: If you have aspirin allergies do not use these methods.)
Flower Power
Freshly cut flowers are…
The Daily Fix: Ward Off Mosquitoes
It’s smart to take refuge under a mosquito net. Photo: Getty Images
Memorial day has come and gone, and you know what that means — summertime is (unofficially) here! And with the mid-afternoon storms and intense heat, do you know what else has arrived? Yep, those pesky mosquitoes.
If you’re…
How to Clean Upholstered Furniture
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Do you clean your upholstered furniture regularly? Don’t wait until you can see the dust and dirt. Add this job to your weekly cleaning routine, and you’ll save a hassle down the road.
First, take off the pillows and the cushions and use the crevice tool on your vacuum to really get int…
Get Rid of Insects the Natural Way (Really!)
It’s the season for insect invasions in the home, get ready to get rid of them with natural remedies. Photo: DavidDennisPhotos, Flickr
Gentle ways to repel or get rid of bothersome insects.Even though movie studios have tried make us fall in love with ants and other insects, most of us aren’t thr…
Design Influence: Life’s a Picnic
Inspired by summertime picnics and outdoor dining, our designers have decided to re-purpose outdoor decor into a rustic, indoor setting. Follow along as Maria and Suzanne as they transform both a dining room and a living room — using nothing more than an average picnic table.
To get the look, fo…
Expert Q&A: Warm-Weather Spruce Ups for the Living Room
You asked: “It’s spring. How can I give my living room a quick warm-weather makeover?”
….Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams answer:
Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams
Now you’re talking our language. Our design philosophy is “evolution, not revolution,” and your goal fits right in with that….