Home and Garden
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With hand sanitizer and elbow bumps, real estate agents are still selling during pandemic
Apr 05, 2020 6:00 am - Rob Wittman is astonished that in a time of social distancing, real estate agents are holding open houses, allowing inspections and closing sales. “It's just bothering m...
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Shear panels provide structural supportApr 05, 2020 6:00 am - Q: I'm having a disagreement with the home inspector who was hired by my buyers. The inspection report says the shear panels under the house may not provide adequate str...
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Make your open space feel more cohesive, cozyApr 03, 2020 6:00 am - Many homebuyers today prefer an open floor plan with the kitchen, casual dining area and living area in one big informal space. One downside of the open floor plan, some...
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Design can't ignore the need for comfortMar 29, 2020 7:01 am - After fighting against the "old man" recliner in my designs for many years, as I mature, I finally get it; people yearn for interiors that are guided by comfort. Don't m...
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Much ado about leather-bound Shakespeare bookMar 29, 2020 7:01 am - Q: This is a photo of a small leather-bound book titled "The Globe Edition: The Works of William Shakespeare." The book is about 7 inches high with gilt lettering on the...
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Venture out to the garden while sheltering inMar 29, 2020 7:00 am - A lot of us are at home, following Gov. Pritzker's order to shelter in. But sheltering in doesn't mean we can't go outside to the garden. In fact, some fresh air may be ...
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Why not try growing container potatoes?Mar 29, 2020 7:00 am - Q: Can I grow potatoes in the spring? A: Absolutely! While potatoes do grow best in a cool environment, that doesn't last long as spring turns to summer in Illinois. Pot...
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Coleus cuttings create potted plants for the patioMar 29, 2020 7:00 am - If you keep a coleus as a houseplant, you can start cuttings for transplanting to the garden if you need more plants. I have some I've been growing all winter in pots on...
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Homeowner confused about electrical reportMar 29, 2020 6:00 am - Q: I've got a problem that's very technical, so I hope I can explain it clearly. According to the home inspector who checked my house, my electrical service panel is use...
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Room for Living winners enjoying upgradesMar 29, 2020 6:00 am - Three Daily Herald readers are “living the dream” since they received big upgrades to their residences over the winter. All had written in during our fall Room for Livin...