Clean, quiet home heating comfort has never been easier to find. From solar and ductless systems to heat pump Energy Star-rated products, newer systems are gaining ground in home heating and cooling …
Sofas get a lot of attention but sometimes it’s the side chairs, tables, sideboards and smaller players in a room that can make all the difference to use, comfort, flexibility and style.
Overcrowded, poor flowering, and floppy perennials can be invigorated with a shovel and a bit of your time and energy. Dividing perennials is an excellent way to improve their appearance and create …
Is it time to replace the windows? With a typical lifespan of 15 to 30 years, many homeowners don’t think much about window replacements — until something goes wrong.
Gifted, found or haggled-over antiques offer a way to define and personalize your home’s spaces. Whether passed down or discovered at estate sales, garage sales or auctions, shopping for antiques …
From reducing stress to better sleep, if a well organized home is among your January New Year’s resolutions now might be time to take action and tackle your clutter.
Add a warm, cozy feel to this year’s gardens with the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz. It was selected for generating a feeling of kindness and tenderness and encouraging sharing, …
Do you have — or want to create — a statement wall? Also known as an accent or focus wall, these terms are interchangeably used for the same concept — a wall or partial wall that is different from the other walls in a room or open space.
“Growing Dahlias” will be the featured program at The Trevose Horticultural Society’s monthly meeting on Tuesday at the Bensalem Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road. Led by Penn State Master …
The best antidote to spring fever is a healthy dose of the great outdoors.For existing surfaces, a deep cleaning makes the yard more appealing to use and enjoy. If you’re considering a new patio, …
Now is the time for pre-spring lawn care.Whether you have a lawn service or landscape provider or prefer to tackle lawn care and projects yourself, now until mid-April is the perfect time to take on …
What’s your favorite color? Color is an important aspect of our everyday lives — our wardrobes, our homes, cars and what lands on our dinner plates. We live in a color-filled world.
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society has released a list of its top must-see features of the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show. For those hoping for a memorable day at the show, which runs through …
It’s never too early to prepare for the garden season ahead. Having the right tool for the job saves time, reduces the frustration of trying to make the wrong tool work, and allows you to garden …
Bed linens, drapes, rugs, sofas, chairs, ottomans, table linens and clothing have fabric as a common thread. From the runway to the living room, furnishings follow fashion trends, according to Angela Carroll Ast, an interior designer and owner of ABCA Design Decorating Den Interiors in Milford, Pa.
Do you want to age in place? According to Forbes.com, at least 75% of those 50 or older want to continue to live in their present homes as long as they can. Like other emotion-charged issues and …
Bathroom plumbing innovations aim to meet — or exceed — consumer demands in the coming year. From updating tile or switching to panel shower surrounds, smart tech and on-demand hot water systems …
I am very appreciative of the Herald including Susan Talia Delone’s wonderful column (Ramblings of a Native Plant Gardener, Feb. 1) describing the winter landscape in Aquetong Spring Park.
Do you have a dining room?Whether it’s a formal separate space or integrated as part of a large kitchen or open floor plan, great dining room furnishings add to the enjoyment of eating, socializing …
Does 2024 have you thinking about eco-friendly materials, time-tested materials like stone, hardwood and metals, or about reusing Grandma’s sideboard? “Reduce, reuse and recycle” are pillars of …
