Saving Tips for Bed Bath & Beyond Clearance racks are usually located in the center aisles (look for the yellow clearance stickers), but check aisle end caps in individual product sections for year ‘round overstocks and clearance items. Clearance bedding is usually located in two sections—a small rack where the high-end bedding is staged on platforms and a clearance bookshelf or end cap in the section where the less expensive bedding sets are located....
Five animals and a new carpet aren’t the best combination. Muddy footprints, hairballs, and the occasional accident are inevitable. So when I saw the Hoover SmartWash Advanced Pet Automatic Carpet Cleaner, I wondered if this could be the answer to my prayers. Would this automatic carpet cleaner allow me to have pets and nice things, or would I still have to battle stains on my hands and knees with a carpet brush and carpet spray?...
The Harrigan family has been living the RV life since 2017. “We first decided to live in a home on wheels for practical reasons,” Floshea Harrigan says. “We were planning to travel from state to state with mentor friends to work with a network of churches we were connected to, and traveling in a RV seemed to make more financial sense and be more convenient than constantly changing rental places....
Permits Go Hand-in-Hand With Inspection Building permits are issued for any project where review by an authorized inspector is deemed necessary. The inspector will review the work, sometimes more than once, to ensure the work is done safely and according to code specifications. However, requirements for building permits vary quite a bit from state to state, and even between communities within the same state. The cost of building permits may also vary based on locality, and is typically assessed based on projected project cost or per square foot....
Deciding What to Spend The typical range for a bridal shower gift is a value between $25 and $75. Your personal budget and how important the bride is to you will guide how much you are able or willing to spend. Close members of the bride’s family often spend a little more for the perfect gift. Keep in mind that this is but one of several expenses you’ll have as a wedding guest....
How Often to Clean Air Ducts Air ducts do not need to be cleaned on a regular schedule. Instead, you should clean your air ducts only when needed, according to the EPA. There are a few conditions that warrant air duct cleaning: visible mold or dirt in the system, rodents or insects, and for residents who have allergies or illnesses. Cleaning air ducts only on an as-needed basis is mirrored by National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), a trade group....
The way to determine whether you need to add calcium to your soil is a professional soil test. It is different from a simple pH test that you can do at home. A professional soil test analyses both the calcium level and the pH of your soil. Professional soil tests such as those offered by a state Cooperative Extension also will tell you exactly what to add to the soil, and in which amounts....
This couch is a modern two-piece sectional that prioritizes wood and clean lines rather than overstuffed cushions and tons of fabric. One benefit that Shara found by using extra wood is that it cuts down on upholstery costs. Yard for yard, wood is cheaper than upholstery-weight fabric. Another benefit of having a solid wood side on the arms is durability. Cats who love to methodically rip downward won’t have anything to grip or rip with these sides....
Why Candle an Egg? Small farmers who are incubating eggs to hatch chicks for their laying flock on their farm will need to candle the eggs periodically to check to make sure they are fertilized and growing well. Unfertilized eggs, called “yolkers,” or embryos that have stopped growing, called “quitters,” will rot, stinking up your incubator. They may also burst, contaminating the other eggs with bacteria. It is also helpful to check on the eggs to see how the embryos are progressing....
Raising laying hens is a different process than raising chickens for meat. Most laying hens will live five to seven years, laying eggs nearly daily for about three of those years. You’ll need to consider whether you want to feed hens that no longer lay well or whether this is an egg-selling business where you really can’t afford to have “grain burners” living in your coop and getting a free ride....
Mirrors perform many functions. Use one to augment, define, or accentuate what is already present in your space, or place it where it reflects a favorite view. You can also use a mirror to open up a room or to add some light. The three most important things you should look at when selecting mirrors are shape, size, and style. Find a Shape That Works for You As you might have already realized, shape plays an important role in defining any space....
When you learn to recognize plant suckers, you’re ready to manage them. You can keep them when you want them, remove them when you don’t, and prevent them from occurring frequently. Alternatives to Plants That Produce Suckers Most plants, trees, and shrubs will develop plant suckers to propagate or spread new growth. Often if a tree sustains a pruning wound, it might even send out a sucker in that spot of the trunk as a way to heal....
Before you start to declutter your home, have containers defined for the following purposes to sort items: Put away: Items that have crept out of their designated storage spaces Fix/mend: Items that need something before they’re put away, such as a shirt with a missing button Recycle: Items that can be recycled Trash: Items to throw away in the household trash Donate: Unwanted items that are still in good condition and can be donated to a charitable organization or another person...
