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Benjamin Moore Marblehead Gold and Kendall Charcoal were used for this gorgeous hutch makeover. Benjamin Moore Wythe Blue HC-143 Once you’ve chosen your color, you’ll want to make sure you have the tools and the instructions for this DIY project before you begin. Learn how to do a front door makeover with this Sherwin-Williams front door facelift tutorial. Learn the essential do’s and don’ts of accent walls. Check out these gorgeous powder room paint colors....

But basements don’t have to stay that way. They can be remodeled and finished so that they not only integrate with the rest of the home but become beautiful and valuable assets to the property. The first goal of any basement remodel is to decide how to finish the large surfaces: flooring, walls, and ceiling. In a completely unfinished basement, the floor may be concrete, the walls concrete block or bare studs, and the ceiling joists of the floor above....

Here are 10 before and after laundry room remodels to inspire you. After: Fresh Forest Green Elsie Larson of A Beautiful Mess chose to saturate the walls in forest green paint that adds a fresh feel and provides contrast to make white appliances, ceiling, and window paint and added shelving pop. Elsie says that the kitchen and laundry room had an open door that felt a bit too exposed, so she chose to add a veil of privacy in the form of a beaded curtain....

Here are ten of the best bulbs to plant in fall. Two drawbacks are associated with growing alliums. The first is that the larger the bulb, the more expensive it is. So filling your garden with them can get pricey. The other drawback is that with some varieties, such as ‘Purple Sensation’, the foliage starts fadubg even before the flowers have bloomed. So, to avoid that problem, plant those bulbs behind or between other plants to hide the unsightly allium foliage....

Climbers can be trained to scale up and over gazebos, trellises, arbors, fences, and walls, softening the appearance of otherwise plain wood, metal, or stone structure. A vining or climbing rose also serves as a focal point wherever you plant it, providing eye-catching flower color and sense-tingling fragrance. Here are 10 climbing roses that promise both stunning looks and an unmistakable perfume. For the best blooms, feed this rose twice year, once in spring and once in summer....

Here are 10 of the best closet storage ideas. Wardrobe from The Waves We Make Clever Tank Top Storage shared by The Storage Geek via Tumblr DIY Master Closet Before & After from​ Polished Habitat How We Organized Our Small Bedroom from Anni via Hometalk 5 Steps to a Streamlined + Stylish Closet from Rue Daily Closet Change Up from The View From 5'2" Chalkboard Labels for Storing Seasonal Clothes from Hardly Housewives

USDA Growing Zones: 7 to 10Color Varieties: Blue, whiteSun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, medium moisture, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 9 to 11Color Varieties: Red, orange, yellow, pink, whiteSun Exposure: Part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, medium moisture, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 9 to 10Color Varieties: Greenish-whiteSun Exposure: Part shade to full shadeSoil Needs: Humusy, acidic, moist, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 7 to 10Color Varieties: Red, orange, yellow, pink, creamSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Rich, moist, well-draining...

Many types of larkspur are short-lived. This is due, in part, to their susceptibility to diseases such as botrytis blight and crown rot. To lessen the likelihood of your plants being infected by such disease, provide adequate spacing, mulch your larkspurs, and keep your garden free of debris. It is handy that larkspurs are groundhog resistant. These pests will nibble them here and there, but the poisonous nature of the plants will kill them....

Foundation problems can occur anywhere, regardless of whether you live in a colder area of the country that is adversely affected by ice and snow or your home is located in a warmer area that is impacted by excessive heat, flooding, and droughts. To ensure that you can make repairs as soon as possible, it’s a good idea to learn how to spot problems with your foundation. Use this guide to discover 10 signs your home has foundation problems and how to resolve these issues....

These 10 weird, wacky-yet-effective fixes for cleaning toilet bowls really work. Give them a try and discover how you don’t have to use harsh, expensive chemicals to keep your toilet clean. Lallanilla says that full-strength vinegar also works great on grout and caulk. Use a spray bottle to saturate the area and let it soak in for at least an hour before rinsing.

To prevent this, make sure you plant a few late spring flowers to transition your garden into the summer season. Here are 11 of the best flowers that bloom in May and beyond. Their only drawback is the foliage can sometimes start to yellow before the flowers have finished blooming, so be sure to interplant the bulbs with plants that will camouflage their yellowing foliage. Otherwise, deer-resistant alliums are fairly low-maintenance, though they will require regular watering while in flower....

Petunias are tender perennials normally grown as annuals in every climate, although, in zones 10–11, they’re reliably hardy. There are about 20 species in the Petunia genus, all native to South America, but those grown as garden plants are almost always hybrids, most derived from P. axillaris and P. integrifolia. Petunias are often classified according to their form by terms such as Grandiflora (large flowers), Multiflora (smaller, more plentiful flowers), Wave (spreading), Supertunia (larger than wave petunias but with a similar spilling growth habit), Cascadia (long, pendulous stems), and Surfinia (trailing stems with small bell-shaped flowers)....

Various types of hanging organization can be set up to suit your kitchen, garage, bedrooms, bathrooms, and more. Rather than wishing for extra closets, use these simple hacks to optimize the space you already have. Here, find the 12 best hanging storage ideas to upgrade your storage game.

Dogwoods are frequently used as flowering specimen shrubs and trees in the landscape. Their wood is also popular in carving and other forms of woodworking. How to Identify Dogwood Trees You can identify a dogwood by looking for smooth-edged leaves with veins that curve parallel to the margins (edges). Flowers may or may not feature large bracts like those of the flowering dogwood (Cornus florida). After pollination, they produce a type of fruit known as a drupe....

Consider Popular Furniture Layouts Simplify your options by considering timeless living room layouts that designers gravitate to for the most beautiful rooms. Here are a few living room furniture arrangement examples. Symmetrical layout: A symmetrical layout works in any size or shape room because it visually balances the space. Two sofas facing one another separated by a table is a symmetrical layout. A sofa flanked with matching side chairs is considered symmetrical....

Almost all ketchup recipes contain vinegar and the acetic acid in vinegar works as a mild cleaner to cut through different types of grime. Even the tomatoes contain a bit of citric acid like lemons that can aid in cleaning. The brand and price don’t matter. The generic brands work great for cleaning. As with any cleaner, before you tackle an entire project, test a bit of ketchup on a small spot first to see how well it works for your task....

Annual flowers started from seed should bloom during their growing season, and some might even self-seed as bonus plants for the next year. Perennial flowers grown from seed might not bloom during their first growing season but will have a head start on prolific blooms in their second year. Here are 14 flowers that are easy to grow from seed. Easy Flowers to Grow From Seed Start reading seed catalogs online in January to find the best options to grow in your area....

Here are some styles to consider for your next bedroom redecorating. It shows off traditional elements of classic country, including metal beds, distressed wood, and painted wood-clad walls. It also incorporates touches of contemporary style: a lack of clutter, a soft color scheme, and modern and industrial accessories, like this bedroom from Hendricks Churchill. It has an overall casual style. Key elements include distressed wood, a palette of natural and neutral tones, touches of fur or stone, textured fabrics, and primitive accessories....