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Advice by Home & Garden Overload July 8, 2024

Do Coffee Grounds Actually Repel Mosquitoes?

| Published on Jul 8, 2024 Who doesn’t appreciate the smell of coffee? Mosquitos–apparently. Burned used coffee grounds are being hyped as a natural mosquito repellant. Does this really work? Here’s the scoop. There seem to be no definitive studies on the efficacy…

Advice by Home & Garden Overload July 4, 2024

10 Most Important Things to Do When You Move to a New House

| Published on Jul 4, 2024 Moving to a new house is a mix of excitement and stress. While it’s fun to decorate and explore a new area, a long list of to-dos comes with moving. To make sure you keep your sanity…

Current Interior Design Trends That Have Already Begun to Feel Outdated

| Published on Jul 4, 2024 Information moves so quickly today, and nothing is immune to this accelerated pace. This is true in fashion of all kinds, but it is nowhere more true than in interior design. In the ever-evolving world of…

Advice Ideas Outdoor Living by Home & Garden Overload July 2, 2024

8 Backyard Privacy Mistakes and How to Fix Them

| Published on Jul 2, 2024 Backyards have the potential to be a personal oasis where you can relax, rest, and recharge. A space that feels completely yours is essential for creating a relaxing environment, but there are some common pitfalls that can…

Advice Green Thumb by Home & Garden Overload June 26, 2024

An Easy Care Guide for Luscious Hanging Basket Flowers

Hanging baskets are ever-growing in popularity. However, unless you care for those a little differently from in-ground plants, they can get ratty-looking instead of full, gorgeous hanging basket flowers. Here are the tips you need for beautiful eye-level plants and bright flowers…

Advice Home Decor by Home & Garden Overload June 19, 2024

9 Outdated Living Room Paint Colors and What Colors to Try Instead

| Published on Jun 19, 2024 Living room paint colors are essential for defining your style and setting the tone for your entire home. Certain colors, which were once elegant and inspiring, now feel dated and uninspired. These outdated living room paint colors…

Advice Lifestyle by Home & Garden Overload June 12, 2024

12 Ideas for Creating a Comfortable and Stylish Guest Room

| Published on Jun 12, 2024 Designing a comfortable and stylish guest room is an excellent way to improve the experience of your house guests and make their stay more enjoyable for everyone. A tastefully furnished guest room will demonstrate your attention…

Advice DIY Projects Green Thumb by Home & Garden Overload June 12, 2024

How to Save Money When You’re Making a Garden from Scratch

The cost of making a garden from scratch can be as much as a full house renovation. It can also cost next to nothing. By being savvy with plants and materials and learning to do jobs yourself, you can create an outdoor…

Advice Container Gardens by Home & Garden Overload May 31, 2024

Ditch the Guilt and Grow Summer Flowering Bulbs as Annuals

Summer flowering bulbs provide some of the most striking colours in the garden, providing full-on shows and an encore all summer long. But in the winter, what happens if you decide not to dig up your bulbs and leave them to fend…

Advice Green Thumb Pest Control by Home & Garden Overload May 30, 2024

Do I Need to Buy Organic Plants and Seedlings?

So many people are picking up organic gardening (yay!), but finding organic plants can become tricky. Organic plants must undergo a rigorous certification process, making them harder to find. But here’s why you may not actually need to buy organic seedlings. I’m…