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Aug
02
2021
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By Troy Warren
How to Paint Rusty Metal Patio Furniture So It Looks Good as New

How to Paint Rusty Metal Patio Furniture So It Looks Good as New

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By Jessica Bennett | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT Learn how to remove rust from metal patio furniture and paint over it with fresh color. When exposed to rain, sun, and outdoor elements over long periods, metal patio furniture will eventually rust. With enough time, this natural phenomenon is mostly unavoidable, but a little rust doesn't mean you have to throw out your outdoor table and chairs or pass over an old patio set you found on the cheap. Painting rusted metal furniture is a simple DIY project that can quickly make tables and chairs look good as new. However, paint won't stick…
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Aug
02
2021
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Houseplant sales soared during our pandemic year

Houseplant sales soared during our pandemic year

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By Mary Welch, For the AJC Troy Warren for CNT It’s a ‘healthy addiction’ that clears the air and your head. To celebrate life’s milestones and successes, some people get a tattoo; others buy a signature piece of jewelry. Mary Sanders buys a plant. “You should see my graduation plant. It’s now a graduation tree!” Sanders, a graphic designer for Treebird Branding, says her “generational” love of plants sprouted while growing up on her father’s tree farm in South Georgia. Sanders estimates she has more than 40 plants and all but a few have a story. “I have one that is…
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Aug
01
2021
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By Troy Warren
Yes, You Can Grow Veggies Indoors with New Kitchen Minis

Yes, You Can Grow Veggies Indoors with New Kitchen Minis

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By Megan Hughes | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT All you need is a sunny windowsill or countertop for this collection of adorable tomato and pepper plants. The joy of growing your own veggies just came indoors. Most edible crops need lots of room to grow properly, but a brand new line of vegetable plantscalled Kitchen Minis can grow on a windowsill or light-drenched countertop in a 4- to 6-inch pot. These smaller tomato and pepper plants are sold already in flower and they often have young fruit on them, too. It doesn't get much fresher than plucking a few cherry tomatoes or peppers a…
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Aug
01
2021
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This Trending Decorating Style Is Perfect for Anyone Who Loves Books and Vintage

This Trending Decorating Style Is Perfect for Anyone Who Loves Books and Vintage

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By Jessica Bennett | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT Leather-bound novels, vintage floral art, and traditional wood furniture bring a cozy sense of nostalgia to the academia aesthetic. Learn how to apply this literature-inspired style to your home. Picture a dimly lit library brimming with leather-bound books and cozy antique furnishings, and you'll have a good idea of what the "academia" aesthetic is all about. Inspired by classic literature and scholarly pursuits, the phenomenon has been floating around social media for some time now, with the terms "dark academia" and "light academia" being used to describe contrasting variations of the style. What…
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Jul
31
2021
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In hot housing market, fixer-uppers present opportunities — and challenges

In hot housing market, fixer-uppers present opportunities — and challenges

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By Jeff Ostrowski, Bankrate.com Troy Warren for CNT Buying a fixer-upper means you’re taking on a project, one fraught with uncertainty In normal housing markets, Americans want move-in ready homes. But the post-pandemic housing market is far from normal, and soaring prices have home shoppers changing their expectations. According to a TD Bank survey of Americans aiming to buy their first home in 2021, fully 71% aren’t looking for a dream home. Instead, they’re shopping for a starter home or fixer-upper. For buyers frustrated by the lack of inventory and rocketing prices, older homes can be a good compromise. Of course,…
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Jul
30
2021
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5 decorating mistakes people with good style never make

5 decorating mistakes people with good style never make

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By Gabrielle Savoie | Home Decor Troy Warren for CNT How to make your home polished and put together People say that you can’t learn style — you’re either born with it or you’re not. While this may be true to some extent, we believe you can learn how to make your home polished and put together whether you’re a born stylist or not. But here’s the thing: Just like an effortlessly chic French woman has a certain je ne sais quoi, it’s hard to put your finger on what makes an interior exceptional or stand out from the rest. To…
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Jul
29
2021
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Atlanta: Brian Patrick Flynn helms new Discovery+ docuseries ‘Mind For Design’

Atlanta: Brian Patrick Flynn helms new Discovery+ docuseries ‘Mind For Design’

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By Rodney Ho, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for Atlanta News And Talk He also hosts HGTV home giveaway sweepstakes ‘Urban Oasis’ and ‘Dream Home.’ Atlanta’s Brian Patrick Flynn never went to design school. He spent years decorating film sets, which led cast and crew to ask him to do projects at their homes as a side hustle. He eventually landed a gig building out homes for HGTV sweepstakes competitions “Urban Oasis” and “Dream Home.”   Now he’s on Discovery+ with his very own show “Mind for Design,” which is really just Flynn fixing up rooms or parts of homes for clients documentary-style.…
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Jul
28
2021
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Excellent plants for low-light indoors

Excellent plants for low-light indoors

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By Walter Reeves, For the AJC Troy Warren for CNT Q: I am looking for a small tree I can plant in a pot to place in my living room, which doesn’t get much light. I’ve tried the ficus tree, but haven’t had much luck with that. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Lisa Lywshoes, Conyers A: Try a parlor palm, Chamaedorea elegans. I have also had good luck in low light with peace lily, Spathiphyllum species; cast iron plant, Aspidistra elatior; pothos, Epipremnum aureum; and snake plant, Sansevieria species. Whichever plant you choose, water only when the soil becomes dry to the touch and fertilize it once per year. Don’t…
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Jul
25
2021
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5 Clever Ways to Make Your Small Outdoor Space Look Deceptively Large

5 Clever Ways to Make Your Small Outdoor Space Look Deceptively Large

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By Heather Luckhurst and Caitlin Sole | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT Spruce up your small patio, porch, or deck with these decorating tips that fake more space. Not every home comes with an expansive yard or wraparound porch, and outfitting a small backyard for all its many duties can be challenging. But with the right furnishings, accents, and lighting, you can make your small porch, patio, or deck live larger than its square footage. Equip your small yard with these easy decorating ideas for a space that looks deceivingly large and comes ready for barbecues, game nights, bonfires, and more. 1. Hang…
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Jul
24
2021
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These Are the Best Real Estate Markets for Avoiding Bidding Wars

These Are the Best Real Estate Markets for Avoiding Bidding Wars

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By Meena Thiruvengadam | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT In the 2021 housing market, real estate has become so competitive that bidding wars and cash offers are commonplace. Here are the areas in the U.S. where you can still find an affordable home. It's no secret that real estate has become extremely competitive in many areas of the United States. Bidding wars, cash offers, and personal pleas of all kinds have become parts of the housing market as much as saving for a down payment, finding a lender, and signing piles of paperwork. But there are still a few places in the U.S. where…
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