House & Garden 2025, January

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You can save paper in a myriad of ways and, as a result, save the lives of many trees as well. It takes 2-3 tons of wood to make one ton of paper. Did you know that on average 63,000 trees are needed to print copies of The New York Times over the weekend?

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Gardens can contain flowers, plants, herbs, vegetables and decorative elements. Putting pebbles can enrich the garden with different colors and give it a different look. They can also fill an otherwise empty space, creating a more interesting and aesthetically appealing environment than plain soil or mulch.

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In the classic Christmas story "The Gift of the Magi", by O. Henry, Della Young sells what is most dear to her, her beautiful and very long hair, to buy her husband Jim, a Christmas present. The gift he chooses is a chain for Jim's pocket watch, the only thing of value he has.

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What if the community you live in were the victim of a catastrophe? What would you do if there was no one to help you or your family? The idea of preparing for a disaster is chilling: you have to be practical, be prepared to face realistic scenarios and be ready for any unexpected.

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With the current economic situation, house raids are unfortunately increasingly real. People are losing their belongings, and many will probably never see them again. If you don't want your home to be robbed, this guide will show you some simple steps you can take to prevent a theft.

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A quick guide on how to make mortar to build bricks and masonry. The compound we present includes lime, which binds better than the plasticizers in the mixture that will be created. Steps Step 1. The proportions of the compound are 6 parts of sand, 2 parts of lime and 1 parts of cement Step 2.

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Wasps are quite annoying common insects. Since they can often cause allergies to some people, they are very dangerous if they settle on your property. Whether you want to get rid of a single wasp or destroy an entire nest, the important thing is to stay safe and protect yourself as you kill these pests effectively.

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Earthquakes occur when the earth's crust shifts, causing plates to shift and collide with each other. Unlike hurricanes or floods, earthquakes occur without warning and are usually followed by similar aftershocks, which are usually less powerful than the earthquake itself.

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In areas with a colder climate, homes disperse an impressive amount of heat through the walls of the basement. An energy-efficient basement can lead to avoiding much of this dispersion. If you know how to insulate its walls, you can easily make this space energy efficient by keeping it warmer and drier than one without insulation.

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Is the mess driving you crazy? An organized lifestyle can make your days more productive and more relaxing at the same time. When your home is tidier, it will look cleaner and you will find that you have more space at your disposal, easy to use and exploit.

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Volcanic activity can cause explosions, called Plinian eruptions, which throw rocks, ash and gas into the air hundreds of meters high. While not all volcanic eruptions are so spectacular, they are still frightening events. Fortunately, most volcanoes are closely monitored and scientists are able to sound the alarm well in advance of a catastrophic event.

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If your eyes burn when you swim in the pool, your skin dries up, and the water is less crystal clear, then you are probably not doing good maintenance. Steps Step 1. Maintain chlorine levels Step 1 . - 3 ppm . Chlorine must be added continuously to the pool water, because when it mixes with organic contaminants it becomes inactive;

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There are many different factors to determine the type of construction of a building and it takes a keen eye for detail. If you want to identify the type of construction of a building, start with step 1 below to get an idea of how it is done.

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If you have made a real estate investment, you are probably a professional in the sector. On the other hand, however, if you bought a house before selling the one where you still live, you may need to lighten the burden of two mortgages. Whatever your situation, the following tips could help you keep the rental process going smoothly for any of the parties involved.

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The lotus produces beautiful pond flowers that don't need too much maintenance. Remember that the plant will need a sufficiently large pond to grow, as it tends to expand enough. You can plant it either in the pond directly or in a container and then transfer it to the pond.

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Joining two houses takes a lot of work, but if you can plan carefully you can make it easier and more fun. First, get rid of anything you don't really use. Try to figure out which objects you absolutely must keep, and create a new space by combining everyone's objects.

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Cacti are plants that typically live in the desert and thrive in dry, hot weather conditions, but are ideal for keeping indoors as well. They don't require as much care as other houseplants, so they are ideal for beginners and as a gift for those who have just moved in.

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Properly insulating a house is an indispensable step in the construction process, in order to make it comfortable, habitable and efficient. Being able to effectively insulate a steel container to make it a comfortable home could be a little more complex.

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If you recently cut a tree in your garden, you now have several options for getting rid of the stump that is left over. You can dig it all around by hand, you can level it with a stump grinder machine, burn it or use a specific chemical. Choose the method that best suits your needs and the type of strain you need to eliminate.

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Save money and space by building a filter system for your pond. It's even better for fish! Steps Step 1. Find an old plastic waste container with a lid Make a drain hole in the bin near the bottom. Position the bin so that the runoff from the drainage hole goes back into the pond.

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Organizing the tool shed may not be the most fun activity there is, but it is undoubtedly necessary. A tidy space allows you to find tools easily, and most importantly, helps you to store them carefully to extend their useful life and prevent accidental injuries.

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Expanded polystyrene, commonly known as polystyrene, is a plastic material and like all plastics it comes from petroleum and is created to last a long time. It is made of 98% air and this makes it a light, insulating and protective material.

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A winter snowfall can go from beautiful to deadly in just a few hours. Whether you're at home, on the street, or camping in a wild place, it's important to know how to stay safe until the sun comes out again. Read on to learn how to survive a winter blizzard and be prepared for the next one.

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Here is a simple test to determine water hardness. This article does not explain the cause of hard water and how to best use it - just how to determine how "hard" the water in your home is. Steps Step 1. Fill a bottle with water halfway Put the cap (or thumb on the opening) and shake it.

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This article describes how to create a small path of rustic materials that crosses your garden. Steps Step 1. Make your own path If you need to make a winding path, a garden hose can help you mark, but you can also use spray paint directly on the ground or some pegs and twine.

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For professional seamstresses and tailors it is important to have a studio where they can sew in peace, store work materials and seek inspiration for new projects. The number one rule of a good sewing room is to keep it organized and tidy. This involves a good deal of space planning right from the staging phase.

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Borax is a very effective multipurpose product for house cleaning. You can use it to wash kitchen utensils, clothes, bathroom fixtures, mirrors and windows. If necessary, it is also useful for unclogging drains, neutralizing bad smells, removing rust and restoring old dishes.

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Thyme is an ancient herb used in cooking and gardening. It produces aromatic, pleasing foliage and grows well in almost any climate. In cold areas it is a hardy evergreen, able to survive the winter and live for many years. In the hot ones, however, it is often cultivated as an annual plant, since it does not survive very hot summers.

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To remove the supporting pole of a fence, it is usually necessary to soften the surrounding soil or break the concrete that keeps it anchored to the ground. Finally, the pole is extracted so that there are no splinters or breaks. Take your time and make sure everything is in order before starting the job, which can be done with little difficulty.

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Did you know that an average roof receives 900 liters of water for every cm of rain? Don't waste all that water. You can build a rainwater harvesting system and store hundreds of liters of water, which you can use for the garden or other purposes.

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Plastic bottles are harmful to the environment and only fill landfills. What if there was an interesting and fun way to turn them into useful tools that we can use every day? There are a multitude of chores to do with plastic bottles, but in this article we will focus on gardening.

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Are you looking for a quick and easy way to get rid of the junk and earn something at the same time? A market in front of the house could just be for you. This type of sale is easy to plan and manage, and can turn an old lamp or bulky plates into a much more convenient stack of money to store in a drawer.

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While the odds of getting involved in a mass shooting are quite low, such incidents have actually increased dramatically in recent years. In such a situation, it is easy to feel terrified, overwhelmed and confused; knowing how to react appropriately can increase your chances of survival, and those of others, should you find yourself in danger.

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Homeowners choose the terrace style for their homes because they love its appearance. But more and more owners are designing terraces that suit their personal style, the house itself or the garden. You can think of these functions or your family's daily use, whether it's for fun, dining, playing or relaxing.

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The pH of the pool water can drop due to rain or other foreign particles falling into it. The signs that the level is too low are burning of the nose and eyes, itching of the skin and corrosion of metal accessories immersed in water. By regularly performing tests and chemically treating the water you can keep the pH in balance;

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Aquaponics is a method by which plants are grown and at the same time aquatic animals are fed in a system that recirculates the nutrients produced, for the benefit of plants and animals. The aquaponic approach is gaining popularity as a sustainable gardening method, and if you're curious to try it for yourself, there are some great guides for building your own system.

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While you are eating or cooking, if you are not careful, you may stain your clothing with butter. Butter contains milk fat and protein, a combination that leaves behind stains that are particularly difficult to remove. The best thing you can do to save your clothes is to intervene in a timely manner, treating the stain before it has a chance to set on the fabric.

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Heating and maintaining a pool can be very expensive; however, you can significantly reduce your overall expenditure by exploiting solar energy. There are many systems of this type, the effectiveness of which depends on the climate of the area you live in, the size of the pool and the method you choose to heat the water.

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Paving stone or concrete is an excellent type of landscaping that is durable and practical to manage. The different slates can be laid close together over a large area, or spaced further apart to create a discontinuous path; in this second case you may decide to cultivate grass (or other vegetation) in the various "

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Do you need to darken your room? Maybe you work at night and sleep during the day, or maybe you just want to take afternoon naps… If curtains or blinds let in light, there are methods you can try to darken the room while you rest. Steps Part 1 of 2: