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Prices vary widely, so it pays to shop around. And always ask for discounts.
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Designer Michael S. Smith was tasked with creating a space that doubled as a comfortable home for the first family and a backdrop for history.
The ancient quest for herbal remedies is highlighted in the book “Plants That Cure.”
A persistent musty smell and water stains are signs that spores may have already taken hold.
Gentle cleaners are best, and a clear topcoat might help in the future.
Adrian Higgins took questions on gardening.
The Washington Post hosts a live chat on home and design every week.
There are great grass varieties out there. Finding the right one takes effort.
Yes, the process can be fraught for everyone involved. But if you approach it the right way, it will go more smoothly.
It’s a complex job but should make a clean repair.
Getting larger quantities of the items you use most can help you avoid crowds and make fewer shopping trips. But it’s not the same as hoarding.
The Washington Post hosts a live chat on home and design every week.
Is it okay to have an outside company or housekeeper come to clean your home?
A new book from the venerable Penelope Hobhouse reminds us of our abiding relationship with nature.
Getting your kitchen in order doesn’t have to mean a large investment of time or money, according to professional organizers and people who run large food banks.
Preservatives that have replaced arsenic must meet the same standards as before in terms of durability.
The Washington Post hosts a live chat on home and design every week.
Designer Marika Meyer shares ideas for making beige look beautiful, not blah.
For windows and air conditioners, gutters and appliances, there are steps that can help.
