Home & Garden

Have the cold winter months left your home feeling a bit dirty, drab or disorganized? Are you feeling the urge to purge? Then it’s time

By Michele E. Buttelman Signal Staff Writer There is still time to head to the nursery for your bare root roses, trees and vines.  Mike

The arrival of spring brings with it warming temperatures, blooming flowers and endless springtime celebrations. It is also an opportunity to try something new, whether

Lighting in a home serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. It’s easy to maneuver around a well-lit home, reducing the risk of slips and falls,

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer Although we are prone to occasional frosty nights in the winter months, this time of the year can offer

What’s underfoot in a home can go a long way toward making residences comfortable and aesthetically appealing.  A study of home buyer preferences using data

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer While many landscapes are slumbering through the winter in North America, our gardens offer plenty of outdoor activities for

After purchasing a new home, buyers often want to put their own fingerprint on the property. Homeowners anticipate the day when their homes are transformed

Be ready when spring arrives to get busy sprucing up your home’s exterior and its outdoor living space. Invest family time to envision which projects

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer  A good way for you and your landscape to start off 2021 might be expanding your living space outdoors.

You know it must be done, but you just don’t want to. It’s been on the to-do list for far too long. You may try

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer When the weather is too chilly, windy or wet to work outside, it doesn’t mean you can’t still do

Kitchens and bathrooms remain among the top picks for homeowners looking to upgrade because their functional contributions to the household can’t be overstated and they

The Kitchen Kitchens are the most popular rooms in many homes. Even though The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states the average person spends just

Disinfecting garden tools can help ensure the long-term health of plants and vegetables. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, plant pathogens, including bacteria, fungi

Once the days begin to grow a little bit longer and the numbers on the thermometer creep a tad higher, outdoor entertaining season is right

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer Now, here’s a gardening break from all the holiday activity! Unlike much of the country where folks are shuttered

When it comes to home design, color can change everything. From understated, clean hues and calming neutrals to soft greens and mid-tone colors with artistic

The kitchen is the heart of many homes, and careful planning is a necessity when it comes to redesigning this essential living space. Picking out

Flowers and plants are staples in many American homes, adding to the style and aesthetic of virtually any space. While the visual benefits of plants