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In this overview you will find all articles from myHOMEBOOK, Germany’s largest online travel magazine. Have fun browsing!

Cherry-Red Bedroom

Cherry Vibe Why Cherry Red Bedrooms Will Be All the Rage in 2025

Heating Maintenance

Save Energy and Costs Why Summer Is the Best Time to Service Your Heating System

Ripe Pepino Melon on Plant

Melon Pear Planting and Care Tips for the Exotic Pepino Fruit in Your Garden or Balcony

Charcoal in Front of the Supermarket

Inquired The reason why charcoal is often displayed in front of the supermarket

Interior Trends Emerge

Behind the Scenes How Do Interior Trends Actually Develop?

Food Doesn't Belong in the Refrigerator

Proper Storage 8 Foods That Don't Belong in the Refrigerator

Heat gun

"Easy Tools" How to Use a Heat Gun Correctly and Safely

Cross-line laser

"Easy Tools" This is the Purpose of a Cross-Line Laser

Sometimes zucchini plants produce flowers but no fruit. This can have several causes.

Garden Knowledge 6 Reasons Zucchini Plants Aren't Bearing Fruit

Rotary Hammer

"Easy Tools" Proper Use of a Rotary Hammer

Cleaning Baking Sheets

Practical Cleaning Tips How to Clean Your Baking Sheet with Home Remedies

Mosquitoes can be quite bothersome. To keep them away, insecticides can be used—but you should seek advice before purchasing them.

Mandatory Since January 1! My Surprising Experience During an Insecticide Purchase Consultation

Praying Mantis

Increasingly Spotted Praying Mantis Spotted in the Garden? Here's What You Can Do

Nettles are by no means weeds—they can be wonderfully used in the kitchen.

Healthy and Delicious 3 Ideas for Using Nettles in the Kitchen

Without a spout, the water pressure from the watering can can be too high and wash away the soil. myHOMEBOOK shows you how to make a spout for a watering can.

"Easy Garden" Build Your Own Watering Can Spout

Improper care can lead to the end of a zucchini rotting, a condition known as blossom end rot.

Garden Knowledge These are the Reasons Zucchini Rots at the Tip

Ikea's Collaboration with Gustaf Westman Set for 2025

"Meatball Plate" Is the First Piece from Gustaf Westman's Ikea Collection Worth It?

Rice Paper Lamp

Classic Lighting Why Rice Paper Lamps Are So Popular

Orchids have specific requirements for their pots. Ideally, the pot should be tight and transparent.

Plant Knowledge Why Orchids Prefer a Transparent Pot

How to Clean Tiles Properly

Gentle and Effective How to Properly Clean Your Tiles