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Old coach house in the backyard

Once practical, now fashionable What is a carriage house?

Sometimes the dishes are still wet after a dishwasher program despite waiting time

Household Dry dishes in the dishwasher faster with this trick

Leaf composters are available in various sizes. Production is not difficult at all.

Good soil conditioner How to make compost from leaves and use it correctly

You should descale your coffee machine regularly. Too much limescale in the machine makes it unusable in the long term and affects the taste of the coffee.

Instructions and tips How to de-scale a coffee machine with household remedies

Fruit fly

Coming out of the sewer Drain flies in the home? You should address the infestation immediately

While many vegetables can be eaten raw, others should be avoided due to their ingredients

Attention! Which vegetables should not be eaten raw?

Bed

Width and Length How Big a Bed Should Be at Minimum

Sooner or later: A quick wash cycle saves time, while an ECO program conserves energy

Widespread misconception! Why the washing machine's quick wash program does not save money

Especially in the fall, the American red oak, the 2025 Tree of the Year, is a real feast for the eyes

Chosen by experts Why the American red oak is the tree of the year 2025

Washing-up liquid, leftover food, water residue - the kitchen sink actually needs to be cleaned all the time

Have you tried it yet? This trick keeps the kitchen sink shining for a long time

Dry laundry faster

Without a dryer How to dry laundry indoors more quickly

The potato rose has many positive properties, but there are a few things you should know about this plant before you plant it

In the garden as well Why beach rose can become a problem

There are over 4000 different varieties of tulips worldwide, which bloom in a wide variety of colors and shapes

Planting flower bulbs in the fall How to plant and care for tulips properly

Autumn is the time to put the bulbs in the ground for the coming season

Early-blooming plants How to plant flower bulbs for spring in the fall

Old, broken sofa

Interior designer reveals 5 tips for beautifying an old sofa

Apple varieties

Cooking, baking, ... The best apple varieties for different uses

To ensure that houseplants grow well all year round, they should be supplied with sufficient nutrients

Unexpected effect Why you should water houseplants with salt water

Bright first floor apartment

Furnishings, color, ... How to make a first-floor apartment brighter

Reflective foil

Expert has a clear opinion Is putting reflective foil behind the heater worthwhile?

A smaller bin for organic waste is less smelly as you have to empty it more often

Eliminate odors 3 simple tips against smelly organic waste in the kitchen