Home & Garden

Aug
11
2021
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By Troy Warren
Overwintering a water hyacinth is rarely justified

Overwintering a water hyacinth is rarely justified

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By Walter Reeves, For the AJC Troy Warren for CNT #HomeGarden Q: I have a small 18-gallon patio pond. My water hyacinth is doing great, but when winter comes, how can I overwinter it indoors? Would a heater in the outdoor pond work? Alfred Britt, Henry County A: Check with your local garden center to see if they will have water hyacinths for sale in the spring. If so, it’s a lot easier to buy them at that time instead of overwintering them. To thrive indoors, water hyacinth needs lots of light and warm water. I suppose you could use a couple of…
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Aug
10
2021
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By Troy Warren
So long shiplap? 4 home designs trends that are on their way out

So long shiplap? 4 home designs trends that are on their way out

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By Kiersten Willis, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT #HomeGarden Realtor.com data suggests these looks are out of style Every year, new home trends emerge. But just as some things become trendy, others go out of vogue. Realtor.com reviewed Google Trends data and information from a select group of interior designers to discover which formerly hot home trends might be going out of style. Rose gold Back in 2018, rose gold was the go-to finish for home fixtures. But aside from a small bump in 2020, its popularity has declined ever since. “Like millennial pink, you can have too much, and…
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Aug
09
2021
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By Troy Warren
Design Recipes: Shades of gray

Design Recipes: Shades of gray

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By Cathy Hobbs, Tribune News Service Troy Warren for CNT #HomeGarden There was a year when on all the runways, gray was the “it” color. You literally saw gray everywhere in fashion. Then there was the trickle-down to home decor. Did gray ever go out of style?     The answer is no. By Wells Fargo - Member FDIC. ADVERTISER CONTENT Learn How Small Business Owners May Benefit From Working With These 5 Consultants In fact, the color gray is hotter than ever, especially in home decor. Have you noticed that gray tends to be an extremely popular wall color choice? Why?…
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Aug
08
2021
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By Troy Warren
How to Transform Your Temporary Work-from-Home Space Into a Permanent Office

How to Transform Your Temporary Work-from-Home Space Into a Permanent Office

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By Emily VanSchmus | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT #HomeGarden No more working from the couch! Follow these simple steps to create a personalized home office. At the beginning of the pandemic, many remote workers made do with temporary workstations, whether that was the dining room table, a lap desk, or spare bedroom. But after more than a year away, workers are starting to return to corporate offices—though not all are going back full-time. According to a recent survey by Upwork, one out of every four Americans will continue working remotely this year. If you have similar plans, it's likely time to rethink your…
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Aug
07
2021
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By Troy Warren
How to Grow Beautiful Gerbera Daisies Indoors and Out

How to Grow Beautiful Gerbera Daisies Indoors and Out

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By Charlotte Germane | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT #homegarden These cheery flowers can light up your garden as well as your houseplant collection. A Gerbera daisy is instantly recognizable for its vivid colors and bold silhouettes. They’re one of the most popular choices for cut flowers in the world, but instead of buying a bouquet, get even more blooms for your buck when you grow them at home. Gerbera daisies, with their bright, bold colors and large size, are like flowery smiles in your garden. The fresh-from-the-paint box colors are simple to combine for maximum impact. Line your paths with their brilliant…
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Aug
06
2021
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By Troy Warren
How to Get Rid of Pesky Fungus Gnats In Your Houseplants’ Pots

How to Get Rid of Pesky Fungus Gnats In Your Houseplants’ Pots

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By Leah Chester-Davis | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT #homegarden These tiny, mosquito-like bugs can be a major nuisance. Use these tips to banish them from your home. Have you been seeing little bugs fluttering up from your houseplants' potswhenever you water? Known as fungus gnats, they're actually tiny flies, about 1/8-inch long, that are drawn to moist potting soil and decaying leaves on the surface of the soil around your plants. If you spot one up close, you'll notice that they look a little like tiny mosquitoes, but they don't bite. Fungus gnats also don't cause much harm to plants either, but they…
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Aug
06
2021
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By Troy Warren
Why condos caught on in America

Why condos caught on in America

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By Matthew Gordon Lasner, Hunter College Troy Warren for CNT #homegarden #realestate (THE CONVERSATION) The tragic collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, on June 24, 2021, made millions of Americans focus for the first time on the risks of high-rise construction and oceanfront living. Many also became more aware of the pitfalls of condominiums and other forms of co-ownership in which each unit in a multifamily building or other kind of housing complex is individually owned, while the structure itself is owned, and managed, collectively. As I explain in my book “High Life,” however, there are many benefits to…
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Aug
05
2021
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By Troy Warren
8 Creative Ways to Use Leftover Tile for DIY Decor

8 Creative Ways to Use Leftover Tile for DIY Decor

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By Beth Eslinger and Jessica Bennett | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT #homegarden Repurpose remnants from larger redos with these clever leftover tile projects. We'll show you how to personalize furniture and decor using extra tiles. When purchasing tile for a project, it's generally a good idea to order extra in case you make a mistake or break a few during installation. But if you're left with surplus tile after your backsplash or shower is finished, consider how you can repurpose it instead of throwing it away. These clever DIYs use leftover tile to personalize plain furniture and create custom decor.  Whichever project you choose, keep…
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Aug
04
2021
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By Troy Warren
Create a cart that raises the bar

Create a cart that raises the bar

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By Katie Laughridge, Tribune News Service Troy Warren for CNT   Ever since their heyday in the ‘50s and ‘60s, bar carts have been a staple in many homes. Carts come in so many finishes and styles that you’ll be able to find one that fits into any space. As Mary Carol Garrity likes to say, the beauty and the curse of bar carts is you don’t have a lot of space to work with. Everything you place on the tiny shelves needs to either serve a functional purpose or add a powerful punch of visual panache. One of the most…
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Aug
04
2021
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By Troy Warren
Thinking of re-roofing your home? Here’s the best time to do it

Thinking of re-roofing your home? Here’s the best time to do it

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By Kiersten Willis, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT If you’ve been in your home for more than 15 years, you should probably get your roof checked out. You likely have an asphalt shingle roof, which RRG Roofing says is the most common roofing material in the country. According to Restoration Builders, this roof type can last between 15 and 25 years as long as there have been no significant weather events. Of course, considering how often Georgia experiences major weather events, it’s probably worth getting your roof inspected before the 25-year mark. “Keep in mind that if you have an asphalt shingle…
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