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Below, Mallory Micetich, home care expert at Angi, explains what types of wood perform best in high-moisture areas and whether hardwood really can work with condensation. Unfortunately, not all the news is good, though we have plenty of ways for you to make good on your bathroom vision. Here’s everything you should know before installing wood floors in your bathroom. Advantages of Wood Flooring Often, homeowners are drawn to wood flooring for its warm and cozy look....

Recently we spoke to several experts who had some great burger tips to add to the conversation. Charles Michel, University of Oxford chef and food scientist, George Motz, author of The Great American Burger Book, and Bryan Mayer, Fleishers’ director of butchery education, explain what makes a burger great. Here’s what you need to do to build a burger like a professional. Steps for the Perfect Burger Grill 80 percent lean beef....

That’s why it’s important to weigh the financial practicalities to ensure that moving is the right step for you and and anyone else you may be moving with. Whether you have your sights set on renovating, downsizing, or relocating, finance experts say you’ve got to ask yourself these six questions to get a handle on how a move will affect your budget. Do you want a turnkey house or a fixer-upper?...

The game is simple enough, but don’t worry, I also created a set of instructions in case you get stuck. Everyone chooses a character. I just stuck stickers to coins (because they fit well on the game pieces), but you could easily use game pieces from any other board game as well. You’ll want to borrow a die from another board game (or just purchase one to go with this game)....

A to Z Road Trip Scavenger Hunt This summer is going to be all about road trip games for our family. For us, other than these road trip must-haves, road trips mean games! so naturally I made a road trip scavenger hunt. I mean I have a million other scavenger hunt ideas already, why not a road trip one? The problem with that one was that we quickly ripped, lost, or ruined all of the cards....

Thankfully, she doesn’t have to. The storage-rich, well-appointed kitchen in the new Dallas home she shares with husband Jeff abounds with cabinets: upper cabinets, lower cabinets, even cabinets disguised to look like they’re part of the furniture-style island. Heidi has plenty of room to store everything she needs for her favorite pastime: entertaining oodles of friends and family, including the couple’s four grown children. While Heidi cooks, she can interact with the kids, who love to perch at the island (and charge their phones at cleverly hidden outlets)....

Keep the top of your pumpkin intact (and the German shepherd’s face in the spotlight) by cleaning out your pumpkin from the bottom. Then, cut a circle in the base of the pumpkin and use an ice cream scoop to clear out all the seeds and stringy bits. As a bonus, you can create a flat platform for an interior candle by leveling the cut pumpkin circle with a knife....

Unfortunately, the simple act of remodeling and updating doesn’t promise an increase in home value. Some projects, especially if they cater to very specific tastes or lifestyles (think dog showers), can decrease a home’s value in the eyes of potential buyers, even if that project does use the hottest tech or most expensive features. Because home remodeling costs can be astronomical, especially for large-scale updates, budget-savvy homeowners will want to make sure every update offers some sort of return on investment by boosting a home’s overall resale value....

That being said, some popular protein and granola bars aren’t much better than eating a Snickers, nutritionally speaking. They’re often filled with sugar and artificial ingredients; others are so filling they can outweigh your entire lunch. (Unless you’re hiking up a mountain, you can probably skip the meal replacement bars.) But in a crowded marketplace with endless imposters posing as nutritious, picking a real-deal healthy snack bar—particularly one that doesn’t taste like cardboard—is daunting at best....

Three cheers for an end to uneaten lunches! Breakfast for lunch is always popular with kids. Try whipping up whole-grain pancakes or waffles on Sunday and packing leftovers throughout the week. (You can use our sheet-pan pancake recipe to make it even easier!) For an added punch of protein, layer peanut butter between two pancakes. Vary the pancake flavors by trying pumpkin, blueberry, or gingerbread. And you can always have a little fun with sandwiches, too—cut them into fun shapes with cookie cutters, or turn them them into “sushi” by rolling, slicing, and portioning sandwiches into individual bites....

For any serious climber, New Hampshire’s Mt. Monadnock isn’t that big of a deal. It’s a day hike, four hours up and three hours down at most. But for me, those hours offered a quiet space to take in what had happened, as well as time to leave it behind—on the steeper, rockier parts of a trail, all you can do is breathe hard and put one foot in front of the other....

With no preset limits (and the potential to earn great rewards), charge cards are a great option. But there are a few things to consider before you get your hands on these exclusive cards. Here’s what you need to know about charge cards, so you can see if they’re the right fit for you. You have to have an excellent credit score to qualify for a charge card (compared to a credit card)....

A. Revive it with some bread. If you’re pressed for time, try the microwave. Place the dried-out brown sugar in a microwave-safe bowl and top with a slice of fresh bread or a damp paper towel. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave it in 15-second intervals until the sugar is moist and easy to scoop. You’ll be well on your way to getting those cookies in the oven. If you discover hard brown sugar and have time to spare, Susan M....

What does calcium do? “Calcium is an important mineral involved in many key body functions,” says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN and NOW wellness expert. “It builds and protects bones and teeth, plus it plays a role in blood clotting, muscle function, nerve transmission, and blood pressure.” Calcium is also considered an electrolyte, a category of essential minerals required for myriad bodily functions, including water hydration and distribution. In the long term, not getting enough calcium can lead to reduced bone strength and osteoporosis....

“By this point, there will have been a good frost, allowing for better needle retention,” she adds. “As long as your tree has enough water every day, it will last all Christmas season.” That said, if you can’t make it to a Christmas tree lot or don’t have access to a vehicle (we’re looking at you, city dwellers), you can shop online for live Christmas trees. “Measure the width of the door through which you’ll be bringing in the tree, and make sure your chosen tree fits through it easily,” advises David Murbach, manager of the gardens division at New York City’s Rockefeller Center....

All parts of moss rose are toxic to dogs and cats, so don’t plant them near areas frequented by pets. Where to Plant Moss Rose Moss rose is an extremely easy plant to grow. It is an annual in USDA zones 3-9 but can be grown as a perennial in zones 10 and 11. The biggest thing to consider when planting moss rose is location. Moss rose hates wet areas, and one of the few ways to kill this plant is by overwatering....

To Prep Green Onions Avoid slimy green onions and keep food safe using these tips to prep your green onions before cutting and adding to recipes. Rinse onions under cool tap water and remove any wilted or damaged tops or slimy skins on the white parts. Lay several green onions on a cutting surface. Using a chef’s knife ($90 Bed Bath & Beyond), trim off the stringy root ends by slicing about ¼ inch above the roots....

How to Clean a Bathroom Sink For an easy bathroom cleaning trick, let your cleaning water do the work. What You Need Hot waterDish detergentWhite vinegar (optional)Cleaning clothsBathroom surface cleaner (optional)Disinfectant spray Step 1: Fill the Sink and Add Cleaning Solution Fill your sink with a few inches of hot water and add some dish detergent, or a cup or two of white vinegar. Step 2: Scrub the Sink and Countertop Rub the mixture around the faucet....

What Is Cassava Flour? “Cassava flour is the dehydrated and ground form of the cassava tuber vegetable, commonly known as yucca root,” says Divya Alter, chef, author, and founder of Divya’s Kitchen. “Tapioca starch is derived from the same yucca root, but only from its starchy water. Cassava is richer in fiber because it contains the whole root powder.” “Cassava flour is very popular in South America”, adds Oscar Hernandez, culinary director of Tacombi and Vista Hermosa, in part because it is local to the region....

Before you start slicing apples for pie, start with the right apple. Certain varieties, such as Braeburn, Golden Delicious, Jonagold (sweet), Cortland, Granny Smith, and Jonathan (tart), hold up best during cooking. (Want to make sure you choose the best apples for your pie? Learn about the different types of apples here.) Once you’ve got your fresh apples ready, proceed with the following steps for the easiest way to peel apples for your favorite apple pie recipe....