Health Hazard When Not to Reuse Old Egg Cartons It is often said that used egg cartons should not be reused. Here's when that advice holds true and when it doesn't.
Tips from the German Tenants' Association What to Do When Your Roommate Is Annoying How to Prevent Major Arguments Early and Deal With Annoying Roommates, Explained by myHOMEBOOK
Interior Expert Reveals The Fabric Trends of 2026 Fabric Trends 2026: Making Our Homes Cozy and Tactile
Follow-Up Does This Home Remedy Eliminate the Need for Scarifying? Lawn Expert Has a Clear Opinion Coffee grounds are said to eliminate the need for lawn aeration. Is that true? An expert explains on myHOMEBOOK.
Fire Hazard Is It Permissible to Simply Burn Weeds? Using flame weeding can be easier on your body, but it's not without risks. myHOMEBOOK explains what you should keep in mind.
Transport and Assembly How to Move Your Refrigerator Without Damage When moving, the refrigerator requires special preparation. Here's how to properly defrost it, secure all parts, and prevent damage.
Gardening Expert Recommends How to Protect Your Plants From the Ice Saints The Ice Saints typically arrive in mid-May. It's important to protect your plants so they don't freeze during this cold period.
Garden Expert Explains 7 Mistakes When Growing Pole Beans Pole beans are a great vegetable for beginners, but mistakes in cultivation can significantly reduce yield.
Square Foot Gardening Square Foot Gardening: Small Plots for Diverse Harvests "Square foot gardening" is the ideal solution for those with limited space for gardening. myHOMEBOOK explains what it's all about.
Proper Care 9 Common Mistakes When Planting Zucchini in the Garden When planting zucchini, there are several things to keep in mind. myHOMEBOOK highlights nine common mistakes.
Study Shows Why the Smell of Freshly Cut Grass Is a Warning Signal The smell of freshly cut grass is relaxing for many people. However, for the plants, it means something different. What's behind this?
Expert Reveals How Raised Bed Height Affects Plant Growth The height of a raised bed can significantly impact plant growth. An expert explains what matters.
Caution in the Home and Garden The Most Toxic Plants for Cats Not only do humans love plants, but animals also find them fascinating. However, some plants are toxic to cats. myHOMEBOOK lists them.
Efficient Planning How the Kitchen Work Triangle Ensures Smooth Operations The kitchen work triangle ensures smooth workflows and efficient cooking. myHOMEBOOK reveals the secret to functional kitchen design.
Harmonious Combinations Cool-Toned Floors? These Wall Colors Are a Perfect Match The perfect combination of floor and wall colors thrives on the interplay of warm and cool, light and dark, calm and accented tones.
Editor on Interior Design Trend "Why Minimalism Doesn't Feel Like Home to Me" Minimalism is both a lifestyle and a persistent home trend. myHOMEBOOK editor Lena Hackauf is not a fan.
Interior Expert Reveals Wallpaper Trends for 2026 Wallpaper becomes the design centerpiece of a room: myHOMEBOOK reveals the trending wallpapers for 2026.
Lifestyle in Transition Why Open-Plan Living Concepts Are No Longer in Vogue For a long time, open floor plans were seen as the epitome of modern living. However, architects are increasingly questioning this openness.
myHOMEBOOK Reveals These Are the Trend Colors for Spring 2026 Spring colors such as sage green and a muted, slightly grayish blue—often referred to as "dusty blue"—are particularly in demand.
Measuring at the Push of a Button How Effective Are Distance Measuring Devices Really? When purchasing a laser distance meter, DIY enthusiasts should pay attention to range, features, and protection classes.
Handy for DIY Projects What the Hole at the End of a Tape Measure Is Really For The small hole in the metal tab at the start of a tape measure serves a very specific function. What is it for?
"Easy DIY" Sanding with a Cordless Drill? This Tool Makes It Possible With a cordless drill, you can not only drill or screw but also sand. How do you go about it?
"Easy DIY" No Funnel on Hand? You Should Know This Trick A simple trick can help if you don't have a funnel on hand. myHOMEBOOK reveals what you need and how to proceed.
Consumer & Law What to Consider When Hiring Contractors How to Properly Hire Craftsmen to Avoid Disputes and Unnecessary Costs What consumers should pay attention to before and after hiring.
"Easy DIY" How to Make Screws Stick to a Screwdriver Screwdrivers can be magnetized in a few simple steps to help screws adhere better. HOMEBOOK explains how this screwdriver trick works.
Did You Know? Why Washing Machines Have a Window but Dishwashers Don't myHOMEBOOK explored the history of dishwashers and washing machines and explains why one of these appliances doesn't have a window.
Do not use anymore Kitchen Appliance from Media Markt and Saturn Subject to Recall A smoothie maker sold at Media Markt and Saturn is currently being recalled. What's the specific issue?
Attention Einhell Warns of Potential Malfunction in Hedge Trimmer Einhell Warns of Malfunction in Cordless Hedge Trimmer: What Customers Need to Know
Practical Tips What Else You Can Use Clamps For C-clamps are handy tools in the workshop—but they can also be used for some everyday tricks. What are they?
Major Test by Computer BILD Which Smart Door Locks Are Worth It Which smart door lock stands out in tests? What should you consider when buying? myHOMEBOOK reveals the best models.
Tips for Buying What to Look for in a Rice Cooker A rice cooker can be a practical addition to your household. What should you consider when buying one? myHOMEBOOK offers important tips.
Pest Control Expert Warns Insect Spray Doesn't Work Against Pharaoh Ants—It Actually Promotes Their Reproduction
