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Ask the Builder: How to minimize mildew in your bathroom

Do you wage a constant war against mold and mildew in your home, especially in your bathroom? You’re not alone. Millions of people fight this scourge, and businesses have tried to develop all sorts of products to slow or stop the growth of this ugly, black organism.
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A sweaty, salty trip along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way

The air is stuffy and hot as we slip through the door of this hut, a rush of chatter greeting us as we take our seats along a long wooden bench, not far from Silverstrand Beach, in Galway. We aren’t there long before a stranger leans over – “Where are you from?” he asks.
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Design Recipes: The beauty of blue and green

When it comes to cool colors such as blue and green, there are various reasons why they work well together. They are both soothing colors in which their different tints, tones and shades can take on different nuisances. Dark shades of green can work well with deeper shades of blue for a smoky, luxurious feel. Lighter colors such as pale shades of blue and green work well together for a more ...
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Punch things up with pastels

Pastel colors can provide softness and neutrality to nearly any room of the home. From living spaces to dining areas and bedrooms, these soothing colors can also bring a sense of lightness and serenity. Looking for ways to infuse pastels into your home? Here are some top tips. 1. Balance with neutrals. Pair pastel colors with neutral colors such as white, cream or gray for a fresh, modern ...

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Welcome to the killer plant club

At a very young age, Kevin Zhang learned that gardening was not for the faint of heart. Some of his earliest memories are of his grandmother plucking fat green caterpillars from the tomato plants in her garden with a pair of chopsticks and dropping them into soapy water.
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Ask the Builder: Repairing wood rot

Do you have wood rot happening at your home? It’s a very common problem, and it’s getting worse each year, in my opinion, because new lumber is more susceptible to rot, and many tradespeople are not coating the fresh cut ends of wood with paint or preservative. As you might expect, clever alternative products have appeared in the marketplace to take wood rot off your plate. I’ll discuss those in a moment.
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Make a statement with bold color

When it comes to design, bold color is like the life of a party: often loud, confident and distinctive. While soft hues whisper, full color makes a statement. Think emerald, sapphire, hot pink, mustard or even fire-engine red; these shades don’t just decorate a space, they often define them. Bold color isn’t only for risk-takers; it’s for anyone ready to bring instant energy, style and ...