No matter if you own your home or rent, one thing is the same: Dirty surfaces and shower scum will build-up over time, especially in heavily used bathtubs and on kitchen counters. Home Armor’s Instant Mold and Mildew Stain Remover is a spray home cleaner designed to eliminate those kinds of household dirt. Like many household cleaners, it comes in an easy-to-use spray bottle and works on various surfaces. We tested it to see how it rates as a shower and multi-surface cleaner and whether it’s worth adding to your shopping list....

Take a look at 30 common fabric patterns used in the fashion industry and interior decorating.

Read on to learn the traits of natural and synthetic fiber types. Synthetic Fibers Synthetic materials are those not found in nature. They are machine-made from various chemical compounds. Synthetic fibers represent the vast majority of carpet fibers sold today. There are four major types of synthetic fiber used in carpeting: nylon, polyester, polypropylene (olefin), and the newest synthetic carpet fiber, triexta. Natural Fibers Natural fibers are comprised of materials that grow in nature that are harvested and processed into fibers....

As a seasoned writer specializing in home goods and a self-proclaimed bedding connoisseur, I have a keen eye for good textiles. I’ve always been drawn to cool-touch satin sheets and have gone through a few sets in the past. However, while satin feels cool, synthetic fabrics tend to trap heat, making me sweat through the night. Plus, a shiny finish is sometimes too slick, sometimes causing me and my pillows to slip right off....

We asked top designers to identify their most-loved hues of the moment and are thrilled to share the eight shades that they’re swooning over right now. Whether you’re in the market for something simple and classic or are looking to be a bit daring and think outside the box, you’re sure to find a color or two that you can’t get enough of below. Read on and let the wall makeovers begin!...

Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your health and well-being. So whether you’re a side, back, or stomach sleeper, it makes sense to splurge on a high-quality, supportive pillow. Since everyone sleeps differently, buying a pillow online can be a tricky task. That’s why we’ve broken down everything you need to know about the Parachute Firm Down Pillow’s material, texture, weave, and more....

Common Foods Penguins are carnivores with piscivorous diets, getting all their food from the sea and relying on clean, healthy seas for rich sources of nutritious prey. The exact foods different penguin species take depends on their range, bill size and shape, foraging behavior, and other factors, but the most common foods include: Fish: Silverfish, lantern fish, sprats, pilchards, mullets, anchovies, sardines, cod, opal fish, and other small fish are the majority of most penguins’ diets....

Right on the logo, Perky-Pet claims to be “No. 1 in Bird Feeders” since its founding in 1958. The Perky-Pet Copper Panorama Bird Feeder is a small, extremely basic but attractive perch-style feeder for small birds. We hung the cylindrical ornament outside our Colorado home to see if we could coax some birds into an early spring snack. Find out what we thought of the setup, design, and overall performance....

For instance, some people use the terminology “noxious weeds” as if it were almost synonymous with “invasive plants.” Two sets of criteria are used to measure the harm caused by invasive plants: The amount of money wasted by farmers in trying to battle them, as they encroach upon farmlandThe number of native plants threatened as such noxious weeds encroach upon their wild habitats, out-competing them for resources In either of those two cases, after enough data is in, the noxious weeds in question will end up on one of the popular plant “blacklists,” often organized by state (in the U....

Revamp Your Potting Shed’s Interior Home design blogger and influencer Ursula Carmona is among one individual who turned her own potting shed into a little backyard escape. She took what had been “the eyesore on the property” and turned it into “the perfect hangout after a hard day of work,” all thanks to thoughtful decorating choices, detailed below. “Transforming this shed allowed me the opportunity to create smarter storage for a more practical space, in addition to creating a charming space to do my garden tasks,” she shares....

Primrose is toxic to humans and pets. Once established, primroses need very little care, other than occasionally dividing the expanding clumps if you are growing them as perennials. Just be sure they get regular water, which shouldn’t be a problem in the spring, and some shade during the hottest hours of the day. If you plant them in a suitable site, you should not have problems. They don’t even require winter protection....

Growing up to six feet tall, this is a late flowering plant with pale purple or pink blooms that form on several spikes at the top of the stem. The leaf stems are covered in short, white hairs. This plant does well in a sandy, loamy, moist soil with limited competition around it, and it tolerates a part or full sun position. Although it’s native to North America and Eastern Asia, because of habitat destruction and competition from non-native species, it’s now regarded as being rare in the wild....

Rectification is not considered better than other edge treatments. It is just a different treatment that allows for a different look: neat, trim, and precise, with narrow grout lines. The Pros and Cons of Rectified Tile Rectified Tile Cost To purchase rectified tile, the average cost varies from $1 to $20 per square foot. If you have a professional install it, installation fees can vary around $15 to $20 per square foot....

Some of the products can be installed pretty easily by an average home repair weekend warrior, but other flooring choices, such as sheet vinyl, are more difficult. Some should be tackled only by more experienced DIYers, or even left to professionals, as is the case with sheet linoleum. Resilient Flooring Comes in Three Basic Categories Sheet goods: This can be difficult to cut and fit, but it offers a mostly seamless floor....

The great thing about rustic Christmas decor is that it can feel minimal and simple or you can go all out with farmhouse, country-inspired vibes. Either way, it’s a great choice for adding warmth to your home this holiday season. Click through for our favorite rustic Christmas decor ideas.

OurPlace strongly believes in the importance of whipping up home cooked meals to enjoy with loved ones. The company is best known for its ultra popular Always Pan, which is designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware, believe it or not! The piece is designed to serve as fry pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, nonstick pan, spatula, and spoon rest, all in one. The pan’s functionality, versatility, and sleek appearance makes it a favorite among small space dwellers, home chefs, and design enthusiasts alike....

A fixer-upper house, apartment, or really any living space—although loved and valuable in its own right—tends to be a lot of work. Of course, that’s the intention of purchasing (getting something on the cheaper side with the goal of renovating), but sometimes the first steps can be a little overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. From understanding and managing expectations to taking steps to update your space, you can make your house a home....