A vaulted roof structure opens the space underneath for stylistic reasons or for the inclusion of an attic or attic area. Of the four fundamental roof shapes, discard, flat, gable and hip, just the flat roof is unsuitable for vaulting due to its lack of pitch. A standard, non-vaulted ceiling has flat joists that length…

When growing tomatoes in containers, the right potting mix can make the difference between failure and success. A great potting soil is light, sterile, holds moisture and does not compact. Even though it’s possible to buy ready-mixed potting soils, you can even make your low-cost mix for growing tomatoes. Potting Soil Principles Potting soil should…

Squash varieties comprise both winter and summer varieties. Summer Patch contains zucchini, which is harvested while still immature and the skin is easily penetrated. It grows well in a sunny place with well-drained soil. Although zucchini is fairly simple to grow, insects and other problems can cause leaf curl. Offering proper growing conditions can help…

A rip or tear in the sling of your patio seat does not mean you have to throw the chair away. However, since the sling’s fabric is most probably damaged and worn across the rip, patching it less effective an alternative as replacing the sling. You can make your own replacement sling or purchase one…

The installation of a new furnace or reconditioning of an existing one might involve installing a vent in the home’s foundation, and the process might seem perplexing if the foundation is constructed of masonry or cinder blocks. It is not that difficult, though, especially in the event that you have access to high-resolution masonry cutting…

The preppy aesthetic needs to be among my favorites — bright, juicy colours and entertaining, irreverent patterns combine to make a classic and distinctively American style. I totally love wearing preppy pieces in my wardrobe during the summer months, and I tend to decide on a few preppy pieces for my house this time of…

For a beginner seamstress, making a table runner is an perfect project to help you learn the mechanics of machine sewing. Produce a table runner using two distinct fabrics on the front and rear to give it double purpose at various times of the year. Wash and dry your stuff before cutting and sewing to…

I have had so much pleasure watching ers answer our phone for gnomes all week. You all have some very gifted gnomes! A number of them shield, some delight, some move around, others travel internationally, while one plays with real chickens. I want to respect them with their own ideabook so you can admire them…

Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) rapidly fill up any space they can be given, and if given the right amount of space with the right conditions, they produce an abundant crop yield. However, if cucumbers are subjected to less than ideal conditions, they will become vulnerable to insects and diseases which may decrease or kill the whole…

Whether your laundry room is a cupboard or a spacious room, obtaining a close fit between the dryer and the wall port is sometimes challenging. In a room that is large, you can space dryer and the washer evenly in the wall to compensate for the ventilation requirements of the dryer. In a laundry cupboard,…