Sawn Wood Beams vs. Laminated Beams Massive, single-piece sawn wood beams, while beautiful and eye-catching, today are mostly the stuff of museums and historic structures. If that’s your design idea, reclaimed wood is your best option. Sourced from old barns or warehouses, reclaimed wood beams carry weight well but at a high price. That price: size, weight, and purchase price. Laminating smaller-dimension wood is the solution. Lamination packs greater strength into a smaller size, the key to providing homeowners with the airy, spacious open floor plan homes that are so desirable today....

A good night’s sleep goes a long way towards your wellbeing. Mattresses, bedding, and other products continue to flood the market, all claiming to improve shut-eye and give you quality sleep. Mattress toppers are mattress add-ons that get placed on top of mattresses to provide an extra layer of softness and support; they come in a broad range of materials and thicknesses. The Lucid 2-Inch Zoned Lavender Mattress Topper is a relatively affordable option that boasts breathability and multiple body zones that maximize comfort....

May night salvia flowers may be used in cut-flower arrangements, and the dried leaves are sometimes used in potpourri. Some folks eat the young, tender leaves in salads, or alternatively, include them for seasoning in cooked dishes (they are not, however, everyone’s cup of tea). But most importantly, the long blooming period of May night salvia makes it a workhorse in the perennial bed. This fact, along with the rich color of the flowers, constitutes the main reason for growing this perennial....

Properties of Pearl Color: VariousChakra: CrownNumber: Vibrates to 7Planet: MoonZodiac: Cancer, RabbitBagua area: Children/Completion Area (Dui)Elements: Metal Meaning and Uses of Pearl Pearls are symbols of purity, faith, innocence, and integrity. They are connected to the energy of the moon and have been used to increase fertility and create more ease in childbirth. They are very sensitive, both physically and energetically. Pearls can respond to different chemicals and temperatures, and they’ve been said to indicate health or illness in their wearer....

Who doesn’t love a soothing foot massage at the end of a long day? While regularly seeking out a massage therapist would surely put a dent in your wallet, there are at-home solutions to be found. One such option? The Miko Shiatsu Foot Massager. Because it’s one of the most expensive products on the market, we put it to the test to see if it delivers the professional results you’d expect from such a high-tech machine....

Fast Facts: Scientific Name: Branta sandvicensisCommon Name: Nene, Hawaiian GooseLifespan: 8-20 yearsSize: 20-28 inchesWeight: 2.5 poundsWingspan: 43-45 inchesConservation Status: Vulnerable Nene Identification The nene has a classic goose jizz with a long, thin neck and a thick, triangular cone-shaped bill with a slightly spatulate tip. Genders are similar though females are smaller and weigh less than males. The face, chin, and back of the neck are black, contrasting with creamy buff cheeks that may show a slight orange wash....

Native to Mexico, the powder puff cactus grows rapids, producing small, round offsets that cluster around the parent plant. The body of the cactus itself is stocky and usually a blue/green color, covered in white, silky hairs that encase the entire plant. It may look fluffy, but take care not to touch it—the spines are pretty sharp. It will produce small white or red flowers in summer, often in a circular or halo shape....

The queen palm is a fast-growing tree once planted in any warm season, growing around two to six feet a year after it’s established and depending on its site. Light Plant your queen palm in a location that will receive full sun. Some light shade will not harm the tree. Soil The best growth occurs in sandy, acidic soils. These palms can have problems with retrieving enough minerals from alkaline soils....

For example, a pre-made rug that is 9’ x 12’ will usually run well above $1,000. Consider an average carpet that comes in 12’ widths and sells for $2.50 per square foot; the cost for the same-sized rug made out of broadloom would be $270 plus the cost of finishing. Depending on which type of finishing you choose (binding, serging or fringing) and local pricing, the finishing could range between approximately $50 and $100, bringing your rug up an approximate total of $370—a huge difference in overall cost when compared to a pre-made rug....

Whether you’re a feisty Leo, a hardworking Capricorn, or tender Cancer, there is a perfect renter-friendly design hack for you. Read on below to find out which trick you should implement in your own home. If you want to try one of these out, always double-check your lease and with the landlord beforehand to make sure there aren’t any potential issues with making these adjustments. We really want you to get your security deposit back, and we are pretty sure you also feel the same way!...

One is the pasta water hack for plant growth. Nicole Larson demonstrates it using the unsalted drained water from her boxed mac and cheese and waters her plants with it. Watch her TikTok post below: In her TikTok, Larson references the Facebook post that inspired her video. It basically said the pasta water hack helped a Fiddle-leaf fig push out seven massive new leaves in three weeks. Larson later shows her beautiful Monstera that had been previously pasta-watered....

That’s why following the correct cleaning sequence and routine will produce the most satisfying results. They also solve the question of which should be done first—dust or vacuum? The quick answer: dust first, then vacuum. Here’s why. Dust or Vacuum First? Even when you are using the best duster, a few particles of dust are going to escape as you work. The dust that flies into the air will eventually settle at a lower point....