Under the Lindens- April 24, 2005 Horticulturist Scott Aker answers your gardening questions.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4278-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Housekeeping 101- April 24, 2005 Spring is prime time for mud -- tracked by people and pets across carpets and rugs. The Georgia-based Carpet and Rug Institute counsels patience: Getting rid of mud is much easier if you don't try scrubbing but let it dry thoroughly and then vacuum. For tougher stains, see the institute's Web site at www.carpet-rug.org for a list of recommended carpet cleaning products.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4273-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Tip of the Week- April 24, 2005 Spray new leaves of roses against black spot disease before spores have a chance to develop.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4280-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... The Boomerang Is Back- April 24, 2005 It's been a tough few years for Formica. Known for decades as the kitchen and bath countertop of choice for millions of homeowners, the reliable laminate has been pushed from its perch, first by Corian and other solid-surfacing materials, and more recently by granite, marble and other...http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4272-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Garden Datebook- April 24, 2005 Celebrate wildflowers at Brookside, take a spring garden tour at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4265-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Something Cool- April 24, 2005 Mitchell Gold, known for his sofas and chairs sold at Crate and Barrel and other furniture chains, last week released his first line of casegoods -- the furniture industry term for chests, tables and dressers -- under the new company name, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. The 90 items range in price from $495 for the spool table, left, to $6,500 for a cherry armoire. Another 20 sconces, lamps and chandeliers cost $150 to $600. For more information, click on www.mitchellgold.com.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4275-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... New Wave Martha- April 24, 2005 Martha Stewart has signed a four-year, $30 million deal to develop a seven-day-a-week, 24-hour radio channel, which will air on Sirius later this year.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4274-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Roll With It- April 24, 2005 Restoration Hardware, known for solid good taste and quirky accessories, has been gradually expanding the limited selection of paint colors that sets off the chain's furnishings. Along with the Butter, Latte and Silver Sage that complement the RH mood, Lavender, Navy and Shore (a Wedgwood blue) debuted last week. Company spokesman Dave Glassman said another nine colors will be added in July. A gallon of the paint is $25 at stores only. See www.restorationhardware.com for locations.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4276-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... Good Deeds, Good Deals- April 24, 2005 Building supply and home furnishings resale shops raise money for Habitat for Humanity as well as benefit remodeling homeowners.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4268-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... More Wiring Worries- April 24, 2005 The second in a series about when to call in a licensed electrician for trouble spots like worn wiring.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A4270-2005Apr20.html?nav=rss_print/weekly/ho... |