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Remove pesky salt stains from clothing, footwear, flooring, and your vehicle after winter ends. Some cleaning methods require professional services such as dry cleaning, while others involvehomemade stain removers. Vacuum the mats to remove any solid pieces and treat with an appropriatestain removerif necessary. Credit:Yaraslau Saulevich / Getty Images If the door mat is too damaged, it may be time to replace it. The cleaning method depends on the material the shoes are made of....

Use hot water to launder certain types of clothing and household items to ensure they stay sanitary and stain-free. Getty Images / Catherine Falls Commercial The old rules of laundry have changed. Now everything from dark clothes to white towels can (and should) be washed primarily in cold water. Credit:Getty Images / Catherine Falls Commercial She shares her best tips to make your next laundry cycle go smoothly. “If thecare labelrecommends hot water for washing the item, you may want to choose it....

Get that made-from-scratch taste with these easy box pancake mix hacks. Boxed pancake mixes are convenient but rarely measure up to the flavor and texture ofmade-from-scratch pancakes. These handy packages are easy to whip together with just a few ingredients. Credit:BHG / Jiaqi Zhou “It also packs in a ton of protein and essential probiotics.” “Stir, and let it sit for about 15 minutes.” “If it’s not flat, the half teaspoon will add a little extra fluff....

Put your pruning shears away this spring when it comes to these eight kinds of trees. Bob Stefko Many homeowners bring out theirloppers and pruning sawsin spring for one reason or another. No matter what the reason, pruning is best done in the proper season and its not always spring. Credit:Bob Stefko Here are eight kinds of trees that should not be pruned in spring. There is also less canopy available to photosynthesize and feed the tree....

Winter salt can harm your grass, trees, and other plants. Use these solutions to prevent and treat the problem. Plus, find tips on recognizing salt damage on plants and what to do to fix the problem. Credit:Steven White / Getty Images Melted snow and runoff can harbor a lot of salt and damage plant roots. Install Barriers Many gardenerswrap cold-sensitive shrubs with burlapin fall to prevent winter damage. Remove the burlap and other coverings when your plants start growing in spring....

Make your holidays greener by recycling your Christmas tree. It’s easier than you might think. And if you’ve got a live tree, it’s totally recyclable. Credit:Jay Wilde Protect Your Plants Your outdoorgarden plantsmight needa little extra protectionfrom winter’s cold. Cut off the branches of your recycled Christmas tree and place them around your plants. They can serve as insulation for plants that might need some extra warmth. Chip Into Mulch...

An expert shares some of the most common feng shui mistakesand how to avoid them in your home. She talks everything from florals to furniture placement and storage, and her insights may just surprise you. She explains the qi of the items under your bed affects you while you’re sleeping. Credit: Kritsada Panichgul Wall paint is not the only vehicle for incorporating a certain color into your space. Tossing Cactus Plants...

Snakes are relatively shy creatures that tend to avoid human contact and mostly keep to themselves. Most snakes in North America are non-venomous. However, because snakes generally avoid human contact, you might have snakes on your property and never notice. Credit:Marty Baldwin These subtle signs indicate snakes might be around even if you never see the scaly serpents. Remove Food Sources Snakes invade most commonly because theyre hunting for prey, such as rodents and slugs....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Get inspired by these creative holiday snack boardsour favorite way to welcome guests to any meal. These Thanksgiving-themed boards won’t disappoint. To make your board extra festive, useminiature alphabet cookie cuttersto cut a word or phrase out of cheese. We love how Ashley fromSorrenteaux Boardsadds festive flair by carving fall leaf shapes into her cheese. To get the look, use a set ofleaf-shaped cookie cutters....

And I am here to tell youI am out of practice being out and about. It’s exciting to be easing back into the swing of life, but it’s also unfamiliar. It also seems we have been given new permission to be homebodies and a little antisocial, blissfully so. Credit: Photo: Tim Walker Walking in the front door feels like a warm hug. Making dinnerfeels cozy, especially if I put some effort into it and try something new....

With the right preparation, this invasion could bring some benefits to your home garden. Jonathan Steinbeck / Getty Images Do you hear that? According to the New York Times, two cicada groupsBrood XIX and Brood XIIIwill appear in late April. Credit:Jonathan Steinbeck / Getty Images More than one trillion cicadas will cover 16 states. Thats really rather humbling. They dont bite or sting, and their presence has its advantages for gardeners....

Trick-or-treating Little Red Riding Hoods, beware! This is aneasy DIY kids Halloween costumewith no sewing required! Use hot glue to secure the long edges together, leaving an opening at one end. Then, stuff the tail with polyester fiberfill. We have plenty of other ideas if a wolf costume doesnt make your child howl with joy. After the kids are all set, adults can join in the festivities with these spookyHalloween cocktails....

Make your porch a spooktacular scene with this ghostly jack-o-lantern design. Plus more ideas for your pumpkin display. Resize the pattern as needed with a photocopier to fit your pumpkin. Whatever size pumpkin you choose, look for even colors and aflat carving surfacefor the best results. Then check out some other ideas to make your Halloween display frightfully fun. How to Make the Ghost Face Pumpkin Carving 1. Download and print the free stencil pattern....