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Radiant floor systems come in several styles, but one of the most popular is the electric system, in which a wire mesh or loops of individual wires run across the floor beneath the surface, creating warmth by means of the natural resistance occurring as electricity flows through the metal wires. Anatomy of an Electric Radiant Floor Heating System The principle of radiant floor heating has been around for centuries. In ancient Rome, for example, many public buildings had a system of tunnels beneath stone floors that circulated air warmed by wood-burning fires....

Get the Skinny on Sheet Sizes Don’t know your queen from your full? Here is a guide to help you figure out sheet sizes. These are common mattress sizes. Twin: Approximately 39 inches by 76 inches Twin XL: Approximately 39 inches by 80 inches Full or Double: Approximately 54 inches by 75 inches Queen: Approximately 60 inches by 80 inches King: Approximately 78 inches by 80 inches California King: Approximately 72 inches by 84 inches...

I had no idea what I was getting into. Last July I decided to listen to my friend and get some ferns. I added a tiny Boston Fern, an Asparagus Fern, and a Crocodile Fern to my collection. Two out of three are still alive, but they’re not looking good. I managed to overwater my Boston Fern—they love moist soil, so I that I don’t get. Plus, it was also in a terra cotta pot so it really should never have gotten root rot....

Feng Shui Tips Five elements: Discover how the five elements can interact with your space.Commanding position: Determine your power position in the room.Main doorway: Keep the main entryway free of clutter.Living room: Seating should be ample, facing each other, with no backs to the entryway.Kitchen: Maintain cleanliness for good health.Bathroom: Keep door and toilet seat closed.Bedroom: Avoid storing items under the bed. Read on to learn the feng shui basics, plus more details about these easy tips you can implement in your home immediately....

The front door refers to the official, formal front door of the home. It’s also referred to as the mouth of qi, the portal of energy. Some homes may have secondary doors that are used on a daily basis. This is okay, however, the mouth of qi is your formal front door. If you never use it, you are blocking out energy and opportunities. Therefore, it’s essential to activate your front door regularly....

Brown Kraft Paper Brown kraft paper is one of the best and most versatile supplies when it comes to wrapping gifts. It’s easy to work with, has a classic look, and its neutral color means you can use it for any occasion or holiday. Make a wine bottle look extra special by wrapping it in this simple yet beautiful paper. Lay the bottle down on the paper to estimate how large of a piece you need, then cut it to size....

Note on usage: “lime” is both a noun and a verb. Above, the word is used as a noun. But you can also say, “I am going out to lime the garden now,” in which case the term is being used as a verb. The capacity of lime to sweeten the ground to which it is applied also makes it useful for battling outdoor pet odors. But do not let all of this talk of sweetness lull you into a false sense of security....

Plants That Rabbits Find Delicious In difficult conditions, rabbits will eat almost any plants, but in normal circumstances, there are some plants that rabbits find so tasty that they are drawn to landscapes containing them. Annual Flowers Many annual bedding plants are favored by rabbits, including: Bachelor’s Button (Centaurea cyanus) Cockscomb (Celosia argenta cristata) Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) Gazania (Gazania rigens) Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) Morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea) Nasturtium (Tropaeolum) Pansy (Viola x wittrockiana) Petunia (Petunia x hybrida) Rose moss (Portulaca grandiflora) Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Sweet pea (Lathyrus latifolius) Verbena (Verbena x hybrida) Wishbone flower (Torenia) Zinnas (Zinnia elegans)...

Latin Name This maple tree is classified as Acer macrophyllum and belongs to the Sapindaceae (soapberry) family. Common Names In addition to big leaf maple, you may see this tree called Oregon maple, bigleaf maple or broadleaf maple. Preferred USDA Hardiness Zones This tree grows best in USDA Zones 5 to 9. It originally comes from Western North America. Size and Shape of the Big Leaf Maple This tree can be anywhere from 20 feet to 100 feet tall and wide depending on the environment....

Heavenly bamboo sports a dazzling and changing show of color all year round, with leaves that turn from pink to green to red as the seasons change. In the spring, dainty white flowers are followed by bright red berries that persist throughout the winter. Add this striking, low-maintenance plant to your garden by planting or transplanting it in the cooler fall months. It grows about 1 or 2 feet annually until it reaches its mature height....

Finding the right mattress can be a search that involves research, testing, and a lot of expensive trial and error. When you add in finding a way to get your new purchase home, buying a new mattress often involves a lot of stress. I had put this purchase off for too long, unsure which mattress is the best to buy and how to get it home. When I saw that the Helix Midnight LUXE would be delivered right to my door and came with a 100-day trial period, it seemed to solve many typical mattress-buying problems....

While gravel driveways are relatively straightforward, you still need access to the heavy equipment needed to work with all that gravel. The decision is even more clear-cut with concrete driveways, for example. Concrete is tricky to work with even on a much smaller scale, as when you are pouring a concrete patio. But just because someone else will be doing the job, that does not mean that you have no work to do to make sure that everything goes smoothly....

Whether you’re decking the halls early around your home-delivered tree (we won’t judge) or you’re down to the wire (yep, still on your side), the Home Accents Clear 300 Holiday Incandescent Light Set will take you from Bad Santa to Elf in the least amount of steps. We tried out the extra-long string lights for ten days, keeping an eye on its durability, performance, setup, and overall effectiveness. Read on to find if we think the indoors- and outdoors-friendly set is worthy of your Christmas green....

A clothes drying rack is a great item to have in your home, especially if you own a lot of delicate or hand-washable clothing. With so many designs and sizes on the market, you might have a hard time deciding which one is right for you. The Honey-Can-Do Metal Folding Drying Rack is one of the best-selling models out there, boasting 30 linear feet of drying space and a foldable design for easy storage....

Clean Your Refrigerator Every 3 Months Make refrigerator cleaning easier by wiping up spills when they happen and wiping down handles and dispenser controls daily with a disinfecting wipe to remove bacteria from lots of hands. Once a week, take a few minutes to check for food that needs to be tossed to prevent the growth of mold and mildew that spreads quickly. Empty the fridge completely of food, shelves, and bins every three months for a thorough cleaning....

“Adding privacy to a bathroom is key, especially when you’re trying to create the ultimate oasis at home,” says Stoneside Blinds and Shades design consultant Jason Miller. The bathroom is also the wettest room in the house, making the choice of materials an issue. “The most important aspect to consider is moisture resistance as you want to ensure the materials that offer privacy to your windows won’t mildew.” Roller Shades Miller likes using roller shades with light-filtering fabric in the bathroom, which has become a go-to in many modern interiors....

If you have wanted a privacy fence for years but have been hesitant about installing one, you might be surprised to learn that they are far simpler to construct than you might imagine. Building a fence is a project that involves only a few basic materials, constructed with equally simple tools. This particular fence-building project uses materials that are easy to obtain from most home centers. From the pre-constructed fence panels to quick-setting concrete, there are many tools and materials available that make this an easier and faster job than ever before....