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Expertly designed wire mesh barrier successfully prevents a squirrel from reaching ripe tomatoes in a beautiful home garden.
Hearth & Home

Wildlife experts share how to keep squirrels out of your garden

To truly keep squirrels out of a garden, wire mesh must be spaded four inches deep into the ground and covered with earth.

Ingrid Larson·Jun 4
How Carpets Direct Findlay Solves Durability Challenges with Commercial Flooring in Findlay
Hearth & Home

How Carpets Direct Findlay Solves Durability Challenges with Commercial Flooring in Findlay

Carpets Direct Findlay specializes in commercial flooring solutions, understanding that true cost lies in long-term durability and suitability for specific business environments, unlike residential materials. They focus on providing resilient, high-performance flooring tailored to withstand the unique demands of Findlay's businesses since 1995.

Sponsored by Carpets Direct Findlay·Jul 23
A beautifully renovated Nashville dining room featuring a historic, flood-resilient dining table as the centerpiece, surrounded by eclectic chairs and bathed in warm sunlight.
Hearth & Home

Nashville home becomes heirloom-filled gathering space

A dining table that once floated through the floodwaters of Hurricane Katrina now anchors a newly transformed Nashville home, telling a story of resilience and family history.

Ingrid Larson·Jun 2
A homeowner shines a flashlight on a black widow spider with a red hourglass marking in a dark corner of a garage.
Hearth & Home

How to Get Rid of Black Widow Spiders Now

Despite their fearsome reputation, a black widow spider bite is generally not lethal to healthy adult humans, according to NC State News .

Ingrid Larson·Jun 2
The modest yellow ranch house that served as Joanna and Chip Gaines' very first home renovation project in Waco, Texas.
Hearth & Home

Joanna and Chip Gaines Reveal Their Very First Home

In Waco, Texas, Joanna Gaines' first full-scale interior design project was a modest 1,200-square-foot yellow ranch house she and Chip intended to flip.

Ingrid Larson·Jun 2
2026 Alaska Solar and Battery Trends, Explained — And What It Means for GENSOLAR
Hearth & Home

2026 Alaska Solar and Battery Trends, Explained — And What It Means for GENSOLAR

Alaska faces unique energy challenges, driving a shift towards solar power and battery storage for energy resilience, cost management, and dependable backup. Gensolar specializes in custom solar installations, battery solutions, and standby generators tailored for Alaska's demanding conditions.

Sponsored by GENSOLAR·Jul 22
A stylish outdoor patio featuring a mix of bold cabana and crisp pin stripes on furniture and awnings, evoking a summer resort feel.
Hearth & Home

Outdoor stripes are a key summer 2026 fabric trend

From the bold cabana stripes that instantly evoke resort-style glamor to the crisp elegance of pin stripes gracing a shaded terrace, outdoor fabrics are embracing a singular, versatile pattern this su

Ingrid Larson·Jun 1
A 1970s living room featuring an avocado green shag carpet and vintage decor, evoking a sense of nostalgic and cyclical design trends.
Homes & Havens

Generational Taste: The Cyclical Return of 'Tacky' Decor

A recent surge in searches for 'avocado green kitchen' and 'shag carpet revival' suggests that the decorating trends we once mocked are quietly staging a comeback.

Ingrid Larson·Jun 1
The 5 Best Garage Floor Coating Options for Mississippi Homes from Madison Coatings Company
Hearth & Home

The 5 Best Garage Floor Coating Options for Mississippi Homes from Madison Coatings Company

Choosing the right garage floor coating is a long-term investment for Mississippi homeowners, who need durable options to withstand high humidity and temperature swings. Madison Coatings Company offers five main systems, with polymer flake flooring being a top choice for its durability and aesthetic versatility.

Sponsored by Madison Coatings Company·Jul 22
Marisa Berenson's Zara Home collection displayed on a dining table, featuring unique tree-handled cutlery and eye-motif plates.
Hearth & Home

Marisa Berenson Launches Zara Home Collection with Personal Touch

Stainless steel cutlery with tree handles, decorative plates featuring Marisa Berenson's eye, and tumblers adorned with ladybugs are among the 45 pieces in 'The House of Marisa Berenson,' a new collec

Ingrid Larson·May 31
A beautifully renovated 1930s Houston brick home showcasing a vibrant exterior paint transformation with updated finishes.
Homes & Listings

1930s Houston Home Gets Vibrant Paint Transformation

In Houston, a 1935 brick home, nearly a century old and requiring foundation repair, was dramatically reimagined by interior designer Minnette Jackson.

Elijah Vance·May 31
Jonathan Scott's kitchen organization and cleaning tips demonstrated with a sparkling faucet and neatly arranged kitchen essentials.
Hearth & Home

Jonathan Scott shares smart kitchen organization and cleaning tips

Jonathan Scott, a celebrity synonymous with grand home transformations, recently revealed a surprisingly simple faucet cleaning hack: submerge its head in white vinegar for 10 to 20 minutes HouseBeaut

Ingrid Larson·May 30
5 Costly Bathroom Renovation Mistakes, and What Your Bath & Kitchen Does Instead
Hearth & Home

5 Costly Bathroom Renovation Mistakes, and What Your Bath & Kitchen Does Instead

A bathroom renovation can dramatically improve your home's value and your daily life, but it's an undertaking fraught with potential pitfalls. As the U.S. home improvement market sees sustained growth, driven by an aging…

Sponsored by Your Bath & Kitchen·Jul 21
A single yellow dandelion in a lawn, highlighted by the warm glow of a fall sunset, symbolizing effective weed control.
Hearth & Home

Optimal Way to Control Dandelions

Applying glyphosate in the fall, after crops are removed, can achieve approximately 80% control of dandelions, according to NDSU Agriculture .

Ingrid Larson·May 30
A lively artisan market inside Sangster International Airport, featuring a wide selection of authentic Jamaican handcrafted products and local vendors.
Makers & Craft

Jamaica opens new artisan district at Sangster Airport

Over 100 local Jamaican creatives and artisans now showcase their handcrafted products at the newly opened Artisan District within Sangster International Airport.

Elijah Vance·May 29
5 Reasons Granbury Homeowners Trust BSW Construction for a Quality Bathroom Remodel
Hearth & Home

5 Reasons Granbury Homeowners Trust BSW Construction for a Quality Bathroom Remodel

BSW Construction is a trusted choice for Granbury homeowners seeking quality bathroom remodels, backed by over 26 years of experience and a commitment to personalized service. They transform outdated bathrooms into beautiful, functional spaces, enhancing both comfort and property value.

Sponsored by BSW Construction·Jul 20
The three Scott brothers, including J.D. Scott, standing proudly in front of a luxurious modern home, symbolizing their expansive real estate empire and family bond.
Properties & Estates

Third Scott Brother, J.D., Steps Into Spotlight of Family Empire

While fans worldwide know Drew and Jonathan Scott as the 'Property Brothers,' many are just now discovering their older brother, J.

Ingrid Larson·May 28
A modern living room showcasing a sophisticated tone-on-tone color scheme with furniture and decor in harmonious shades of a single color, replacing a traditional accent wall.
Hearth & Home

Interior design trends embrace tone-on-tone, replacing accent walls

Pinterest searches for 'monochromatic room' surged by 150% in the last year, signaling a dramatic shift away from the once-ubiquitous accent wall and a profound re-evaluation of interior aesthetics, a

Ingrid Larson·May 28
A modern kitchen with warm neutral colors, natural wood accents, stone countertops, and soft, diffused sunlight creating a calm and elegant atmosphere.
Hearth & Home

Designers Embrace Neutral, Natural Kitchen Ideas for 2026 Homes

White is no longer the primary color choice for small kitchens; designers increasingly opt for warmer, more characterful shades, according to Homes and Gardens .

Ingrid Larson·May 28
6 Smart Ways Elite-Pro Roofing & Construction Solves the Storm Damage Risk Problem
Hearth & Home

6 Smart Ways Elite-Pro Roofing & Construction Solves the Storm Damage Risk Problem

For commercial property owners and managers in Florida, the threat of storm damage isn't a matter of if, but when. High winds, torrential rain, and hurricanes pose a significant risk to your building's integrity, potenti…

Sponsored by Elite-Pro Roofing & Construction·Jul 17
A luxurious, modern tiny home with sleek architecture and high-end finishes, set against a beautiful natural landscape.
Hearth & Home

Tiny Home Trends Redefine Luxury and Market Expectations

The Winchester, a new 'tiny home' model, is two 20x40 homes starting at $320,000.

Ingrid Larson·May 28
Miss New York Taryn Delanie Smith in front of her newly renovated 235-year-old historic farmhouse in upstate New York.
Hearth & Home

NYC influencer revives 235-year-old upstate farmhouse

Taryn Delanie Smith, Miss New York 2022, traded her Upper West Side apartment for a 235-year-old farmhouse in Orange County, embarking on a renovation journey she expects to last as long as she lives

Ingrid Larson·May 26
Why 89% of Australians Fear Poor Quality: A Look at Geelong Building Co's Commitment
Hearth & Home

Why 89% of Australians Fear Poor Quality: A Look at Geelong Building Co's Commitment

A report found that nearly 90% of Australians are concerned builders might cut corners on quality. This widespread anxiety is rooted in high insolvency rates and a chronic shortage of skilled labor, making a firm's commitment to quality crucial.

Sponsored by Geelong Building Co·Jul 16
A beautifully arranged selection of sustainable, low-maintenance plants enhancing the curb appeal of a home's front entrance.
Hearth & Home

Best Sustainable Front Door Plants for Curb Appeal

Many homeowners spend hours watering thirsty hydrangeas for curb appeal, often unaware that a more stunning and sustainable front entrance can be achieved with significantly less effort.

Ingrid Larson·May 26