How to Apply Peel and Stick Wallpaper

With the right tools, it’s easy to learn how to apply peel and stick wallpaper. Peel and stick wallpaper offers an affordable, DIY-friendly alternative to traditional wallcoverings. Check the wallpaper manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the product will stick to your throw in of walls. Credit: Jay Wilde To ensure you purchase the correct amount of removable wallpaper,carefully measurethe space you plan to cover. Wait at least 24 hours to allow the surface to dry completely....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 258 words · Kari Crawford

How to Apply Tomatocore to Your Home Decor

Both chic and laid-back, tomatocore is perfect for your place and personal style. Weve had forestcore, cottagecore, Miamicore, culinarycore, andBarbiecoreand thanks to TikTok, we also have tomatocore. If the name immediately put you off, dont worry, its not as kitschy as it sounds. Credit: David Tsay In fact, its just the opposite. says Kathy Kuo, CEO and founder of Kathy Kuo Home. If youre looking to channel some chill European vacation energy, tomatocore may just be the aesthetic for you....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Sharon Elliott

How to Apply Underlayment to a Roof

Here’s how to do it. Most local codes call for using 30-pound felt. Underlayment, flashings, and shingles all work together and must be installed in the correct order. If you better temporarily protect a roof, cover it with plastic sheeting or a tarp. Where the drip edge meets a valley or a hip, cut the pieces with overlapping tabs. Press the tabs firmly to make crisp corners with no gaps and attach them with roofing nails....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 244 words · Christian Ramirez

How to Arrange Art for a Flawless Wall Display

Artwork is a great way to add interest to a room, but arranging art can be stressful. The trick is to know where and how to hang art (and how many pieces to hang). With our expert advice on arranging art, your home will feel like a gallery in no time. Credit: Edmund Barr “I tend to shy away from pictures of asparagus in the kitchen,” she says. Match Art to Decor Select artwork for your walls that complements the other colors in the space....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 582 words · Traci Fritz

How to Arrange Bedroom Furniture: 13 Ideas for Maximizing Your Bedroom Space

Learn how to arrange bedroom furniture to suit your day-to-night needs. Take some design cues from these primary, guest, and children’s bedroom layout ideas. Anita Yokotais a licensed therapist, real estate professional, and interior designer. Credit: Laura Moss Linda Hayslettis a Los Angeles-based interior designer with an extensive background in fashion and design. We expect our bedrooms to be packed withpractical storage, while also (somehow) feeling restful. Establish visual balance with symmetrical accessories: pairs of nightstands, lamps, and pillows....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Vicki Gonzalez

How to Arrange Plants In Your Living Room to Add Natural Style

Take advantage of all the benefits of houseplants and make them a central part of your style. Using an even number can look too symmetrical, causing the arrangement look more formal. Odd numbers give a more casual look. Credit: Jacob Fox Choose Different Sizes Group plants together in different widths and heights. Include Plants With Colorful Leaves Pay attention to the colors of the plants you choose. For a cohesive look, combine plants with leaves of the same color....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Mrs. Amanda Cantrell

How to Assess a Home’s Sustainability to Choose One That’s Right for You

Learn how to evaluate the environmental impact and energy efficiency of a new home. A sustainable home is one that is built or maintained with environmental impact in mind. There is a lot to say about sustainability, saysAndrew Legge, CEO of Havelock Wool. Credit:Brie Williams To help you evaluate a home’s sustainability, experts share the factors you should consider while house hunting. What Does Home Sustainability Mean? In general, sustainability in a home refers to the structures ability to efficiently use resources....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Cameron Singh

How to Attract Birds to a Birdhouse

These tips will help you attract the most birds to your birdhouse. Love birds and want to create a space for them to spend more time in your yard? A birdhouse will help entice feathered beauties to spend more time near your home. Credit:Jay Wilde Heres what you gotta know about how to attract birds to a birdhouse in your yard. Zach Hutchinson is an ornithologist and owner ofFlockingAround, a birding website....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 547 words · Melissa Wong

How to Attract Birds to a Feeder in Your Yard

These expert tips will help you attract birds to feeders wherever you live. Putting up a bird feeder is an excellent way towelcome avian visitors into your yard. There are several factors that can help attract birds to your feeder. Credit:Ingunn B. Haslekaas / Getty Images The climate where you live will also influence your decision. In hot climates, look for feeders with ventilation and weatherized features to keep seeds fresh, says Mizejewski....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 746 words · Susan Bowman

How to Attract Bluebirds to Your Yard: 11 Must-Know Tips

Rob Cardillo What Are Bluebirds? Three types of bluebirds in North America are found in distinct regions. Tips for Attracting Bluebirds 1. Credit:Rob Cardillo Instead, offer bluebirds live or freeze-dried mealworms. Limit the amount of mealworms you offer during the nesting season, Earley advises. In the winter, this is not an issue since the bluebirds are not nesting. Credit:Jay Wilde Don’t overfeed bluebirdsthey can find food naturally. For an extra boost, especially during breeding season, offer crushed, roasted eggshells for calcium....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 689 words · Kyle Lee

How to Attract Butterflies to Your Garden: 6 Essential Elements to Provide

Find out how to attract butterflies with the right plants, water sources, and shelter. Blaine Moats Its incredibly exciting to see butterflies with their colorful wings flitting around your garden. In return,these dazzling pollinatorswill boost the productivity of your garden and delight you with their vibrant presence. Credit:Blaine Moats Plant Native Plants To turn your yard into a butterfly haven, start byplanting native plants. These garden superstars attract more butterflies than non-native ornamentals because theyve evolved alongside the butterflies....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Amber Bennett

How to Attract Cardinals So You Can Enjoy Their Beauty in Your Yard

Upgrade your landscaping to welcome these colorful songbirds year-round. It’s always a thrill when wild birds visit your garden. Cardinals are one of the easiest to recognize when you catch a glimpse of one perched outside your window. Credit: FloridaGator/Getty Images The males' bright red plumage makes them stand out wherever they go. Both males and females sport jaunty top-hat-like crests andsing cheerful melodies. Cardinals are at home in most rural and suburban areas across North America....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 448 words · Christopher Norris

How to Attract Fireflies to Your Yard for Delightful Evenings

Get a natural light showand deter common garden pestsby attracting fireflies to your yard. We remember as kids being captivated by the twinkle of fireflies in trees at night in the yard. Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are nocturnal beetlesbeneficial to have in the garden. Image courtesy of Getty.Credit: Image courtesy of Getty. They don’t bite, and they’re not toxic. They also don’t carry diseases like other backyard insects....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 199 words · Aaron Blake