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For example, many contractors finish the walls of attached garages only enough to achieve the fire rating mandated by building codes. While the surface is serviceable, it’s often far from smooth. At the other end of the spectrum is a dining room wall that will have glossy paint and will be illuminated by ceiling canisters close to the wall that rake light across it at a shallow angle. Under those conditions, even a tiny imperfection will draw attention....

Bake Your Turkey in a Bundt Pan Create the perfect vertical turkey roaster using a bundt pan that will ensure even heat distribution and crispy skin all around your bird. Fill the cavity of the pan with your favorite vegetables (carrots, potatoes, onions, and beets are all great options) and season generously. Then cover the center opening of your bundt pan with aluminum foil to prevent messy drippings from getting all over your oven....

How to Dye Easter Eggs with Food Coloring Supplies Needed WaterVinegarSmall bowlsMetal spoonHard-boiled eggsRubber gloves Step-by-Step Directions Follow these simple how-to instructions to make homemade Easter egg dye. You should be able to color a dozen eggs in under 15 minutes. Step 1: Hard-Boil Eggs Before you can dye Easter eggs, you’ll have to cook them. Learn how to hard-boil eggs in a pan on a stove, or you can steam your eggs instead (it’s faster!...

Whether you’re new to Nigiri or you’ve mastered the art of making it at home, there are many misconceptions about sushi about how it’s eaten in Japan. Although you won’t be kicked out of any Japanese restaurant for disrespecting your dinner, knowing how to eat sushi the right way enhances the experience and even turns the meal into a cultural lesson. We spoke with Ken Sato, the sushi chef and director of restaurants for True World Market, about the proper way to eat sushi and the most common questions people ask....

Where to Plant Asparagus Fern Asparagus fern is grown as an annual or houseplant in most areas of the U.S., but it is a perennial in USDA Zones 9-11. Asparagus Fern Care Tips Asparagus ferns are easy-to-care-for plants that grow as houseplants and in shady gardens. Light When asparagus ferns are planted outside, they prefer a location with dappled shade. For best results as potted houseplants, asparagus ferns should be placed in indirect or filtered light....

String of dolphins are native to the southwest portion of South Africa where they grow in a dry, Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. As such, they make excellent landscaping plants for milder climates like along the California coastline, but also do very well as indoor plants in hanging baskets. Perhaps best of all, these easy-to-grow succulents are also exceptionally easy to propagate, so you can produce many plantlets and share them with friends and family....

If you’re dealing with dry skin, sun spots, wrinkles, or damaged nails (and who isn’t?), it’s time to take action. Most of these problems can be solved at home and with products that you can buy at the drugstore, so you won’t have to spend a fortune on treatments. Have ragged cuticles and hangnails? Nail scissors and Vaseline will work wonders. Suffering with dry, cracked skin from washing the dishes or your hands too much?...

But like our morning specialty java brews, it can get expensive. So how do you watch your wallet while still appeasing your cravings? One way to start is to make your own at home, starting with one of the essential elements. Here is how to make your own tapioca pearls. Step 1: Pick Your Tapioca Pearls Making your own tapioca pearls from scratch has a lot of benefits. When you create them yourself, you get to dictate the size, eliminate additives and preservatives, you have more control over the texture, and can add flavor....

Genes Do Play a Big Role Exactly how much time it takes for hair to grow depends on genetics. On average, each strand grows about a half-inch a month. But hair doesn’t grow like that nonstop; it grows in cycles. “Fortunately for many, hair is in the growth phase over 80 percent of the time, meaning the opportunity is there,” says William Yates, MD, FACS, a board-certified hair loss surgeon based in Chicago, Ill....

Ahead, we’ll share our complete guide on how to make bread crumbs, including the best carbs for the task, how to recreate those store-bought Italian bread crumbs, plus how to save them for future use—in a way in which your homemade bread crumbs won’t spoil. How to Make Bread Crumbs Let your leftovers be your guide! Pretty much any kind of bread can be transformed into homemade bread crumbs: from squishy white to chewy sourdough and whole wheat to gluten-free....

You’re not alone. According to the American Psychological Association’s 2018 Stress in America survey, 74 percent of U.S. adults said they’d experienced one or more signs of stress within the last month of responding to the study. The Stress in America 2020 survey revealed 67 percent of U.S. adults noticed their stress levels had increased since the coronavirus pandemic. And in 2022, the APA stress survey found that it’s no longer merely jam-packed schedules and go-go-go mentalities weighing people down: More recently, prolonged health crises, geopolitical tensions, inflation, climate anxiety, economic uncertainty, and other major global issues—many of which the majority of us have never experienced before—have taken U....

Soothe the Skin Keep a hydrating face mask in your shower for those mornings when you and your skin need a jolt. Jamie says to look for masks that include ingredients like green tea, aloe, and hyaluronic acid to help soothe and plump sleepy skin. Apply the mask right before you get in the shower, and let it sit for 10 or 15 minutes before you remove it. Extra credit: If you can stand it, do a cool water rinse before you hop out—it’ll decrease puffiness and make your hair look a little shinier....

This quick-growing annual (often planted as a perennial) makes an excellent filler for garden beds and containers. The soft color palette of impatiens allows them to blend well with pretty much anything. More recently, many impatiens have become susceptible to downy mildew, a devastating fungal disease, so look for resistant varieties. Where to Plant Impatiens Impatiens should be planted in humus-rich, moist, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH of 6-6....

Maybe you find yourself wondering if your neighbor will be annoyed you didn’t support her as an “entrepreneur,” or if you didn’t want to buy Girl Scout cookies from her daughter. There are times when, out of our own fear of being rude or uncomfortable, we make financial choices that aren’t in our best interest. Do you have trouble politely declining a financial request? Here are five ways to help you stick to your budget, your good financial intentions, and your goals when it comes to spending....

Plus, we’ll show you how to put lights on your tree for any Christmas decor style. The glow of lights will enhance your tree’s natural beauty. From subdued and simple to merry and bright, these Christmas tree lighting tips will make sure your tree glows. Trust us: It’s easier than you think to light up a Christmas tree correctly! How to String Lights on a Christmas Tree When hanging Christmas tree lights on a tree, you should plan on using 100 lights for every foot of your tree’s height....

The first step is identifying what type of radiator you have. Many older homes are heated with steam or hot water radiators, while newer homes may have convector radiators. Below, we help you figure out which variety heats your home, then walk you through basic radiator repairs: installing a new valve, clearing the bleeder valve, and maximizing airflow, for example. Expect to spend anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours on these projects, and make sure you’re familiar with your system before you begin....

Read on for doctor-recommended essentials everyone should have, plus items for three kinds of families—the on-the-go sporty crew, households with young children, and empty nesters—so you’ll always be well supplied. The Absolute Essentials for Any Medicine Cabinet Start here. Every home should have these basics on hand. Acetaminophen A good first choice for treating headaches, pain, and fever, it’s gentler on the stomach than ibuprofen. Tylenol is a well-known brand....

How to Store Blueberries First things first, buy the nicest-looking blueberries you can find. Avoid berries that look fuzzy, soft, or wrinkly—signs that they’re either rotten or almost rotten. When you get home, go through the berries and remove any bad ones that may have been hiding. Mold travels fast, so it’s best to get ahead of the problem. To avoid mold development, try not to rinse the berries until right before you’re ready to eat them....

How to Tell When Sugar Cookies Are Done Recipes for sugar cookie cutouts often call for baking until the edges are firm or set. If that’s the case with your recipe, your sugar cookies should be set (not brown) and no longer appear soft and melty. The Light Brown Bottom Test Some sugar cookies and pale cookie recipes (such as Christmas sandies and thumbprint cookies) call for light brown bottoms as a doneness test....

How To Tie A Bow For A Wreath Follow these simple how-to instructions to tie a classic bow and add it to a wreath. You should be able to complete the steps in about 5 minutes. Supplies Needed: Step 1: Select Your Ribbon To make a big statement, opt for a thick ribbon that’s at least 2 inches wide. Ribbon with a wire edge gives the final look more shape and durability....