Let’s dish about all things dishy, like dishes and dish towels. Don’t you believe that something you use every single day, well, several times each day in actuality, should be beautiful to look at? Pulling a bowl or plate down from your cabinet should put a grin on your face, and drying those dishes is… Continue reading Guest Picks: Dishes and Tea Towels That Bring a Smile
Guest Picks: Up the Wall
Limited floor area can drive you up the wall. Fortunately, there are so many terrific options these days for bookshelves and wall storage that move far beyond your normal styles. These products are only the tip of the iceberg in regards to pieces that are large on both form and function. — Heather and Vanessa… Continue reading Guest Picks: Up the Wall
Guest Groups: A Hot Streak of White and Black Stripes
Decorating with stripes is a fantastic way to make a dramatic statement in your property. There are many ways to integrate black and white stripes to your abode. Thin stripes are generally subtle and timeless, while broader stripes make bolder statements. Whether you’re striving to get a monochromatic scheme or searching for bright colours to… Continue reading Guest Groups: A Hot Streak of White and Black Stripes
Guest Picks: The Coastal Kitchen
Summer is upon us and there’s no better time to think about bringing seaside coastal designs indoors. Most of these pieces will help whisk us away to a mini vacation with the simple act of pulling an espresso shot or creating a bowl of ice cream. They provide us a fashionable respite from the day… Continue reading Guest Picks: The Coastal Kitchen
What's the Fuel Mixture for an Older Craftsman Chain Saw?
Craftsman tools appeared in 1927, also in 1948, Sears introduced an whole line of yard and garden equipment, such as rotary lawn mowers; chain saws came soon afterwards. Few of those earliest Craftsman chain saws still exist, and should you happen to have one, you can be sure the engine specifications, including the gas-oil mix… Continue reading What's the Fuel Mixture for an Older Craftsman Chain Saw?
Memory Foam Facts
Initially intended for use by NASA, memory foam represents a space-age innovation that found its way to some shared and not-so-common products. Meant to support and soften the seats of NASA astronauts and other pilots, you may be amazed to learn that memory foam — besides its use in mattress mattresses and pillows — also… Continue reading Memory Foam Facts
Husqvarna Vs. Ariens Lawn Tractor
If you’ve got a huge lawn or will need to work both lawn and a garden, lawn tractors are stronger and more flexible than normal riding mowers. Lawn tractors normally have larger motors and mowing widths than riding lawn mowers, but the real advantage to using a lawn tractor is its own power. Unlike riding… Continue reading Husqvarna Vs. Ariens Lawn Tractor
How to Remove Algae From Wrought-Iron Furniture
When you live in a region with a climate that contains a lot of moisture, then the furniture in the yard, on the deck, porch or patio might start to develop algae in its nooks and crannies. If left untreated, algae — along with excessive moisture — can weaken wrought-iron furniture and cause it to… Continue reading How to Remove Algae From Wrought-Iron Furniture
How to Wash Retro Chrome Table Legs
Finding that perfect retro chrome table is a thrill. But with salvaged pieces or second-hand furniture, getting them back to showroom condition could be a challenge. When cleaning chrome, the secret is to remove the grime and bring back the shine without undermining the finish. Metal cleaning goods make quick work of this job, letting… Continue reading How to Wash Retro Chrome Table Legs
How to Wash Carvings in Wood Furniture
While carvings on wood furniture may look lovely and ornate, keeping them looking nice requires a little additional attention, since dust tends to accumulate in all the nooks and crevices. As time passes, that grime and dust may get caked on, which makes it much harder to remove. Avoiding waxy cleaners and using a soft… Continue reading How to Wash Carvings in Wood Furniture