Articles filed under Home & Garden
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You’re probably not washing these household fabrics often enoughJul 21, 2026 4:27 pm - Most of us aren’t washing common household fabrics as frequently as we should.
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How cracked walkways threaten homes and residentsJul 21, 2026 3:38 pm - A stunning walkway can set the tone for a space, while a cracked walkway can pose a threat to a home, its residents and any guests who visit to enjoy some R&R in an outdoor living space.
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Battery bank or generator? How to choose the best backup power for your home during an outageJul 21, 2026 2:03 pm - From portable battery banks and generators to whole-house systems, there are many backup power choices to consider as extreme weather ramps up and outages happen more often and last longer.
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A gardener’s guide to 5 orchids that mimic animals, insects and even a naked manJul 21, 2026 1:12 pm - Like most gardeners, I occasionally stumble upon fruits and flowers that resemble something else. But a naked man was not on my botanical bingo card.
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Summer lawn watering, vegetable harvesting and flower careJul 21, 2026 9:54 am - Established bluegrass lawns need an inch of water a week to continue to actively grow and stay green throughout the summer.
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Did home inspector miss furnace problems?Jul 21, 2026 6:15 am - I recently bought a house. The gas company says the furnace has code violations and is not safe to use. I don’t understand how my home inspector missed these problems.
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Smart cooling strategy: Why empty-nesters should consider portable AC unitsJul 15, 2026 1:53 pm - We are empty-nesters now. Is it wise to move a portable air conditioner among rooms instead of running our central air as much to cool the entire house?
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13 ways to get thrift store smell out of clothes, furniture and moreJul 14, 2026 7:50 pm - Thrifted purchases, from clothing and accessories to such household goods as furniture and decorative pieces, often come with a problem - that distinct odor that permeates thrift stores and the things sold within.
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How to clean the worst summer messes, from sand to sunscreen stainsJul 14, 2026 3:32 pm - Summer is a time to have fun in the sun, to slow down a bit and enjoy some ice cream. Summer is also a mess.
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How to protect your roses from black spot diseaseJul 14, 2026 1:19 pm - Roses don’t always grow without challenges. Wilting, infestations and infections are not uncommon. And none are more dreaded than the often-deadly black spot disease.