An expert explains what surfactant leaching is, and how to get rid of it. What Is Surfactant Leaching? “Avoid painting when temperatures are below 50o Fahrenheit or during cool, damp conditions,” she says. Credit:TRIA GIOVAN Below, Mothershead shares tips for how to clean streaks on different paint finishes to prevent surface damage. To prevent surface damage, she suggests using warm water and a non-abrasive cleaner. Clean spots:If you notice spots and stains on the walls, tackle those next....

Learn to spot and eliminate termite infestations from your home. Getty Images / Sergiu Rusu / 500px One common problem homeowners face across the country ispest infestations. Termites are particularly problematic because the longer they live in a home, the more extensive the damage. Credit:Getty Images / Sergiu Rusu / 500px Termites are typically brown or black and have four wings that are roughly the same size. They measure about 14 to 12 inch in length and tend to have short, slightly curved antennae....

The tricky thing about removing sweat stains from shirts? Those stains arent really from sweat in the first place! Most antiperspirants contain aluminum, and that aluminum can cause those deep stains and stiffness in shirt fabric. Credit: Witthaya Prasongsin / Getty Images After applying the stain treatment to the shirt, it can help to rub the fabric against itself. This optional step will help to force the stain remover into the fibers....

Discover how to slice and mince without smelling like you’re trying to ward off vampires. Garlic is a staple in our Test Kitchen and in nearly all of our editors homes. Ahead, professional chefs share how to get the smell of garlic off your hands. Credit:Getty Images / sebastianosecondi Similar to many other members of the allium family,garlics smell and tasteare courtesy of sulfurous compounds. One in particularallicinis likely the culprit behind garlics strong smell....

Greg DuPree Asparagus is often a premium side dish at high-end restaurants. Surprisingly, it’s also one of the easiest vegetables to make at home. Or fry up some eggs, and grilled asparagus can even become an entree. Credit:Greg DuPree Keep reading to learn exactly how to grill asparagus. How to Prep Asparagus for Grilling Before you get started,thoroughly washand trim the asparagus. The ends of the asparagus can be woody, making them unpleasant to chew....

This popular houseplant variety has unique curled leaves and fascinating flowers. To keep plants healthy, provide a loamy, well-draining potting mix and keep the soil just barely damp. When watering your twisted lipstick plant, soak the soil thoroughly andallow it to dry before the next watering. Credit:Viktor Fedorenko / Getty Images Plants in overly wet soil may rot. Temperature and Humidity Twisted lipstick plants prefer tropical conditions with ample warmth and humidity....

Given the right conditions,hydrangeasare easy to grow, and there aremany different types to choose from. Take cuttings early in the morning when stems are full of water. And be sure to provide your new plants with plenty of space for their mature size. Credit:Oksana_Schmidt / Getty Images They wont be small for long. Credit:Liudmila Chernetska / Getty Images

We’ll show you how to decorate your house with swags and bunting to show your appreciation for America. Decorating your home in red, white, and blue is a classic 4th of July activity. And hanging bunting flags is easier than you think! Credit: Kim Cornelison The result is a fun, festive 4th of July look for your porch. Choose your spot wisely, as the surface will determine how you’ll attach the bunting....

You know it’s Christmastime once the stockings have been hung with care. Tracey Ayton 1. Weighted Stocking Hanger Weighted stocking hangers come in various shapes, materials, and designs. Credit: Adam Albright This jot down of hanger sits on top of the mantel. It usually features a felt or velvet lining on the bottom to avoid scratching or damaging the surface. Weave strands of twinkle lights around the hangers to seamlessly integrate them into your mantel decor....

Whether youre growing herbs for leaves or seeds, youll find all thecilantroharvesting tips you need below. To get the best tasting cilantro leaves, harvest cilantro in the morning before the plant starts to flower. Most gardenersuse cilantro as a cut-and-come-again herbin their culinary gardens and harvest stems and leaves as needed for recipes. Credit:Dean Schoeppner However, plants should be harvested in their entirely before they bolt or are damaged byfall frosts....

Find out how to harvest lemongrass and when this popular herb is at peak flavor. You’ll also find ideas for using lemongrass and tips on propagating this herb to expand your harvest. Ortransfer the plant to a potto overwinter indoors. Credit:Andre Baranowski Then cut the plants back in the springtime to bring them back after their winter dormancy. Wait to harvest again until the new growth has had a chance to fill in....

Just remember to replace the water daily to keep your mint fresh. Or leaves can be chopped and frozen in ice cube trays with water or olive oil. Allow the leaves to dry for a week or two until they can be easily crumbled between your fingers. Credit:lzf / Getty Images Then separate the mint leaves and stems andcompost the stems. Once mint leaves are thoroughly dry, store thedried leaveswhole in airtight containers in a dry, dark place....

Learn how to harvest rosemary from herb gardens for fresh eating, drying, or freezing. Learn how to avoidcommon gardening pitfallsand grow healthier rosemary plants with these simple harvesting tips! Regularly harvesting rosemary from herb gardens encourages plants to produce more leaves and stems and a bushier growth habit. Credit:SHARON STREETER Limit your harvest to tender, new growth and avoid harvesting woody rosemary stems. Cutting rosemary plants back into their woody sections can make them stop growing!...