One deeply impactful way that you can activate feng shui in your bedroom is through color. Humans are visual creatures, and we’re very affected by the visual cues in our environments. Color is light, and different wavelengths of light is what creates the different colors that we see. In such an important area of your home as your bedroom, it can be helpful to pay attention to the colors you are bringing in, and how those colors affect your qi (life force energy)....

After a little more information about what black mold is and its actual risks to your health, we’ll cover some of the ways you can prevent, control and remove black mold from even the ickiest corners of your bathroom without an enormous amount of time or energy spent scrubbing. Black Mold Black mold is the common name for a genus of fungi called Stachybotrys. It has about 50 species, and the one that we see in water-damaged or humid environments is called S....

With free information everywhere online, is there room for a good old-fashioned print book? Yes, when it comes to room additions and to the Black & Decker Complete Guide book series. Compare Prices - Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Room Additions As with other books in the Black & Decker series, Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Room Additions, by Chris Peterson, is graphic-rich and does not stint on step-by-step instructions....

The most famous and iconic of the three species is the Pinus longaeva, commonly referred to as the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine. Regarded as the longest-living tree in the world, one has been recorded as being over 5,000 years old. These trees are found in the mountainous regions of California, Nevada, and Utah. Pinus aristata, also known as Rocky Mountains Bristlecone Pine, aren’t as long-living as longaeva, but they can still survive for over one thousand years....

“Colored glassware conjures up happy images and is perfect for spring when people are re-emerging to outdoor life, entertaining, and eating al fresco,” designer Lina Galvao says. “I love blue colored glass as a solid classic option, though I’ve seen tons of new intros to the market in a blushy mauve tone, which is super elegant and more subdued. Colored glassware is definitely a great way to inject personality to a tablescape or to a casual dinner on the patio, and is a great item to debut in the spring!...

When only one fixture has low water pressure, the problem can likely be remedied if you just focus on fixing that one fixture or the pipes serving it since it may involve a clogged showerhead or leaky pipe, for example. But widespread water pressure issues affecting the whole house indicate different problems. If your home water pressure seems low, then the first thing to do is to narrow down the cause....

There are two pricing structures for Corian. The first is fully fabricated and installed, with materials and labor. The second is materials only. Most consumers will purchase Corian with the first option. Fully Fabricated and Installed Estimates These estimates are for full Corian installations, materials and labor (including detail work), backsplash, and sink cutouts. Estimate criteria: Countertop linear feet: 28 feet Backsplash linear feet: 5 feet Edge: bevel Sink size: 22 inch x 16 inch sink Thickness: 1/2 inch...

ShadeIntolerance for aggressive plantsDeer pests Hakone grass will grow in partially shaded conditions, is not invasive, and is a deer-resistant ornamental grass. The ‘Aureola’ cultivar affords a bonus: golden leaves striped with green (often with some red, for good measure). While maiden grass is at its most colorful in fall, many gardeners appreciate it even more in winter, when its puffy, silvery-white plumes and straw-colored blades stand out against a barren landscape to provide visual interest....

But what is it about these apartments that makes them so enviable, and so deserving of prime real estate on our interior design mood boards? We turned to the show’s production designer, Curt Beech, as well as three interior design experts—who also happen to be fans—to discuss. Their (spoiler-free!) thoughts are ahead, and you can stream the entirety of the first season of Only Murders in the Building now on Hulu....

Diablo ninebark plants are broadleaf, deciduous flowering shrubs in the rose family. Traits and Best Features Diablo ninebark shrubs reach eight to 10 feet tall with a similar spread. These multi-branched, upright shrubs are fast growers. Late-spring or early-summer bloomers, they bear white or pinkish-white flowers in June. The flowers grow in clusters that will remind you of those on spirea shrubs (Spiraea japonica). The purplish foliage of Diablo ninebark plants (with a touch of red here and there) earns them the nickname, “purple ninebarks” or “purple-leafed ninebarks....

Combining the zip of a slingshot with the classic concept of catch, the Djubi SlingBall Classic offers an out-of-the-box approach to an outdoor game. The gist? Slip the rubber loop of the foam slingball—which is the Djubi (pronounced joo-bee)—over the launch hook of the racket. Pull back, aim, and let the Djubi fly. Kids can choose to simply see how far they can get the Djubi to soar, or they can play catch with a partner by snapping up the ball in the racket’s deep mesh pocket....

There is a legion of growers with green thumbs who swear by adding a spritz or so of water to increase the humidity level and coax their favorite fern or philodendron to shine. This bunch believes that the misting mimics certain plants’ natural habits, helping them be more healthy. A whole other group of enthusiasts and experts alike scoff at the notion, saying that adding a little moisture here and there does nothing to the actual humidity level around the plants....

The range of double-hung windows from three of the highest volume window manufacturers–Andersen, Milgard, and Pella–is surprisingly varied. Each company has its own unique roster of double-hung windows. Premium, Mid-Range, and Economy Windows Vinyl interior with a vinyl exterior is the theme of economy windows. Wood interiors and aluminum or fiberglass exterior cladding are the marks of premium windows. Milgard, with fewer lines of windows than Andersen or Pella, can be deemed the bargain window maker of the group; it produces what is often called a builder grade window....

You can grow almost any herb in a container. However, if you’re mixing herbs in the same pot, you have to be sure you’re using plants with similar growing requirements. For example, some herb plants need more water than others, and some are finicky about how much light they get. But as long as you get the conditions right, you should have thriving plants and fresh herbs at your fingertips....

Although there’s been buzz for years around “thread count” as the sheet-measuring metric, and despite the fact that you’ve probably been following all of the recommendations around sheets and best-buying practices, the trends (and truths) have shifted. Here’s what you need to know about sheets and thread count, according to experts. What Is Thread Count? Thread count is the number of vertical (“warp”) and horizontal (“weft”) threads that exist within a square inch of woven fabric....

Also, soap and other products that are washed down the drain can slowly collect in the drain pipes. The build-up that naturally collects over time reduces the size of the drain, effectively slowing the progress of draining water. This drainage issue happens naturally over time and usually cannot be avoided. The only solution is to clean the drain periodically to keep it flowing. There are several ways to address a drainage problem, as outlined here....