myHOMEBOOK https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/ The DIY portal for home and garden Sun, 17 May 2026 02:24:00 -0400 en-US hourly 1 "Easy Garden": With This Trick, Planting Vegetables Becomes Child’s Play https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/with-this-trick-planting-vegetables-becomes-childs-play Sun, 17 May 2026 02:24:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18651 If you’re starting vegetables indoors to plant them in the garden after the Ice Saints period, you sometimes face quite a tricky task. Namely, getting all the little plants out of the seedling pots without damage. In the video, myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering reveals a trick that anyone can implement. Follow myHOMEBOOK on WhatsApp …

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]]> ]]> If you’re starting vegetables indoors to plant them in the garden after the Ice Saints period, you sometimes face quite a tricky task. Namely, getting all the little plants out of the seedling pots without damage. In the video, myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering reveals a trick that anyone can implement.

]]> Solar Energy: Does the solar power system still work during a power outage? https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/service/does-the-solar-power-system-still-work-during-a-power-outage Sat, 16 May 2026 06:56:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18709 The energy of the sun is always available. That’s generally true, except when the power grid fails. This may sound absurd, but there are reasons for it. Why a PV system doesn’t necessarily continue to produce electricity during a power outage is something myHOMEBOOK discussed with the Federal Association of the Solar Trade in Berlin. …

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]]> ]]> The energy of the sun is always available. That’s generally true, except when the power grid fails. This may sound absurd, but there are reasons for it. Why a PV system doesn’t necessarily continue to produce electricity during a power outage is something myHOMEBOOK discussed with the Federal Association of the Solar Trade in Berlin.

]]> Two Methods Under Review: How to Properly Wash Converse Sneakers https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/how-to-properly-wash-converse-sneakers Sat, 16 May 2026 02:26:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18649 Hardcore enthusiasts never put them away, while everyone else happily brings them out in the spring: The mild temperatures bring out the Chucks! However, depending on how they were left last year, they might need a wash first. Our myHOMEBOOK author Carmen Dörfler tested which methods are available and which is the best. Follow myHOMEBOOK …

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]]> ]]> Hardcore enthusiasts never put them away, while everyone else happily brings them out in the spring: The mild temperatures bring out the Chucks! However, depending on how they were left last year, they might need a wash first. Our myHOMEBOOK author Carmen Dörfler tested which methods are available and which is the best.

]]> Underestimated Effects: Common Mistakes When Starting a Compost Pile https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/common-mistakes-when-starting-a-compost-pile Fri, 15 May 2026 09:53:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18703 Compost is almost a jack-of-all-trades, as it fertilizes and improves the soil. But if these effects are absent, the problems are often self-inflicted. myHOMEBOOK reveals how to avoid mistakes when setting up compost, interpret warning signs correctly, and optimize biological processes. Follow myHOMEBOOK on WhatsApp now Three Common Mistakes When Setting Up Compost Many gardeners …

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]]> ]]> Compost is almost a jack-of-all-trades, as it fertilizes and improves the soil. But if these effects are absent, the problems are often self-inflicted. myHOMEBOOK reveals how to avoid mistakes when setting up compost, interpret warning signs correctly, and optimize biological processes.

]]> Like it Warm and Humid: Silverfish Can Invade Your Bed! How to Get Rid of Them https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/service/silverfish-can-invade-your-bed-how-to-get-rid-of-them Fri, 15 May 2026 07:43:49 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18684 Silverfish are primarily found in kitchens and bathrooms. However, sometimes these tiny critters end up in beds. Here's why that happens and what you can do about it.

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]]> ]]> Silverfish are mainly found in the kitchen and bathroom. Sometimes, however, these little critters find their way into the bed. Here’s why that happens and what you can do about it.

]]> Popular Summer Fruit: 3 Tips to Keep Raspberries Fresh Longer https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/3-tips-to-keep-raspberries-fresh-longer Fri, 15 May 2026 07:24:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18674 Raspberries are a typical summer treat. They are juicy, aromatic, and packed with vitamins. However, they are not suitable for long-term storage. The red berries are extremely delicate and quickly lose their freshness. myHOMEBOOK knows the tricks to keep raspberries enjoyable for longer. Follow myHOMEBOOK on WhatsApp now Raspberries Have Their Time in Summer In …

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]]> ]]> Raspberries are a typical summer treat. They are juicy, aromatic, and packed with vitamins. However, they are not suitable for long-term storage. The red berries are extremely delicate and quickly lose their freshness. myHOMEBOOK knows the tricks to keep raspberries enjoyable for longer.

]]> Expert Tips: What Happens if You Overload the Washing Machine? https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/what-happens-if-you-overload-the-washing-machine Fri, 15 May 2026 11:00:23 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=7989 In some households, washing machines are filled to their absolute limit, while in others, they remain half empty. How does this affect the laundry? And what should be considered when dosing detergent?

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]]> ]]> While in some households the washing machine is filled to the absolute limit, elsewhere it remains half empty. How does this affect the laundry? And what should be considered when dosing the detergent?

]]> Pest Infestation: How to Combat the Box Tree Moth in Your Garden https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/how-to-combat-the-box-tree-moth-in-your-garden Fri, 15 May 2026 06:07:54 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18677 As a border plant or in a container, boxwood makes quite an impression. However, the evergreen shrub is currently being plagued by the box tree moth and its voracious caterpillars—a family that leaves no leaf untouched. MyHOMEBOOK explains how to get rid of these caterpillars in this article.

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]]> ]]> As a border plant or in a container, boxwood makes quite an impression. However, the evergreen shrub is currently being plagued by the box tree moth and its voracious caterpillars. A family that arrives and leaves no leaf behind. How to get rid of the caterpillars is explained by myHOMEBOOK in this article.

]]> "Playful Functionality": Why the New Ikea PS Collection Is More Than Just Beautiful Design https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/rooms/why-the-new-ikea-ps-collection-is-more-than-just-beautiful-design Fri, 15 May 2026 05:16:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18670 There are Ikea collections that come and go–and then there’s the PS Collection. Since its debut in 1995, it has been considered the creative playground of the Swedish furniture giant: a space for bold ideas, unusual materials, and designs that often think far beyond traditional mass-produced furniture. Many pieces that are now regarded as modern …

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]]> ]]> There are Ikea collections that come and go–and then there’s the PS Collection. Since its debut in 1995, it has been considered the creative playground of the Swedish furniture giant: a space for bold ideas, unusual materials, and designs that often think far beyond traditional mass-produced furniture. Many pieces that are now regarded as modern Ikea classics originally came from this very series. The attention is all the greater now because Ikea is launching a new PS Collection.

]]> Helpful Tips: How to Remove Gum From Clothing https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/how-to-remove-gum-from-clothing Thu, 14 May 2026 06:57:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18655 Once gum lands on clothing, it tends to work its way deep into the fabric fibers. That’s really annoying. But you don’t have to throw away your favorite jeans right away, because there are helpful tips on how to get gum out of clothing. A careless moment and it happens: You sit on a piece …

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]]> ]]> Once gum lands on clothing, it tends to work its way deep into the fabric fibers. That’s really annoying. But you don’t have to throw away your favorite jeans right away, because there are helpful tips on how to get gum out of clothing.

]]> Household liquidation, moving ...: Where to Dispose of Furniture You Want to Get Rid of Quickly https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/service/where-to-dispose-of-furniture-you-want-to-get-rid-of-quickly Thu, 14 May 2026 00:34:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18653 Sometimes there’s no time for long planning, and furniture needs to be removed from the apartment on short notice. A spontaneous move, a household liquidation, or an upcoming renovation can require quick action. In such situations, a straightforward solution that requires little effort and immediately creates space is crucial. Not every piece of furniture can …

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]]> ]]> Sometimes there’s no time for long planning, and furniture needs to be removed from the apartment on short notice. A spontaneous move, a household liquidation, or an upcoming renovation can require quick action. In such situations, a straightforward solution that requires little effort and immediately creates space is crucial.

]]> Popular Houseplant: When to Prune an Elephant’s Foot Plant https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/plants/when-to-prune-an-elephants-foot-plant Wed, 13 May 2026 09:02:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18659 The elephant's foot (Beaucarnea recurvata), with its thickened trunk and gracefully curved leaves, is truly an eye-catcher. However, even this low-maintenance houseplant can occasionally benefit from a trim. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering explains what to consider and how to do it.

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]]> ]]> The ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a real eye-catcher with its thickened trunk and sweeping leaves. However, even this easy-care houseplant can occasionally benefit from a trim. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering explains what to consider and how to do it.

]]> Follow-Up: Can a Robotic Lawnmower Operate on a Holiday? Lawyer Explains https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/can-a-robotic-lawnmower-operate-on-a-holiday-lawyer-explains Wed, 13 May 2026 08:33:51 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18657 Using a conventional lawn mower powered by electricity or gasoline is prohibited on Sundays and public holidays. That's clear. But what about robotic mowers, which are in constant use but generate less noise?

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]]> ]]> Using a conventional lawn mower powered by electricity or gasoline is prohibited on Sundays and holidays. That’s clear. But what about robotic mowers, which are in constant use but generate less noise?

]]> Lawn Expert Explains: Best Tips for Fighting Weeds in Your Lawn https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/best-tips-for-fighting-weeds-in-your-lawn Wed, 13 May 2026 02:20:10 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18647 When weeds suddenly sprout in a well-maintained lawn, it can be a nuisance for many hobby gardeners. However, there are several effective methods to counteract this. What helps against the overgrowth?

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]]> ]]> A smooth lawn requires a lot of care. It’s all the more annoying when you find wild herbs growing among the grass blades. Often, weeds are a sign that the lawn needs attention. The denser and healthier the turf, the less likely weeds will take hold. Proper care is the key to getting rid of and preventing weeds in the lawn.

]]> Editor on Obsession with Order: “Anyone who always keeps things perfectly tidy either has too much time or something to prove.” https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/anyone-who-always-keeps-things-perfectly-tidy-either-has-too-much-time-or-something-to-prove Wed, 13 May 2026 00:34:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18644 Social media is just for dancing? Only people who have never been there would think that. In reality, various niches have developed within these platforms. This includes people sharing tips on cleaning and organizing their homes. It’s helpful for picking up tips for your own house cleaning. At the same time, a real obsession with …

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]]> ]]> Social media is just for dancing? Only people who have never been there would think that. In reality, various niches have developed within these platforms. This includes people sharing tips on cleaning and organizing their homes. It’s helpful for picking up tips for your own house cleaning. At the same time, a real obsession with order has emerged. myHOMEBOOK editor Lena Hackauf wonders: “Aren’t we already stressed enough?”

]]> Garden Expert Reveals: Watery Tomatoes? These Common Mistakes Might Be to Blame https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/watery-tomatoes-these-common-mistakes-might-be-to-blame Tue, 12 May 2026 09:59:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18641 Homegrown tomatoes are considered by many to be the taste highlight of summer—sun-ripened, intense, and significantly better than most store-bought varieties. It’s all the more frustrating when your own tomatoes suddenly taste watery. This is usually due to simple causes that can often be avoided. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering reveals four reasons why garden …

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]]> ]]> Homegrown tomatoes are considered by many to be the taste highlight of summer—sun-ripened, intense, and significantly better than most store-bought varieties. It’s all the more frustrating when your own tomatoes suddenly taste watery. This is usually due to simple causes that can often be avoided. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering reveals four reasons why garden tomatoes turn out watery instead of sweet.

]]> Affordable Natural Fertilizer: How to Easily Turn Nettles into Fertilizer https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/how-to-easily-turn-nettlea-into-fertilizer Tue, 12 May 2026 06:22:17 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=15274 They often grow in home gardens, forests, or along field paths, and even in the tropics as a tree—nettles. Despite their reputation, these plants are more useful than one might think. They can be used to make tea or for plant care.

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]]> ]]> Nettles are known to many primarily for their unpleasant sting on the skin and are therefore rather unpopular in gardens. However, they are often underestimated, as the plants are much more versatile than their reputation suggests: Nettles can be prepared as tea, used to care for other plants, and even be beneficial in your own garden—for example, in the form of nettle slurry as a natural fertilizer. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert Franka Kruse-Gering explains how to easily make nettle slurry yourself.

]]> Saving Energy: What Happens When You Overstuff the Refrigerator? https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/what-happens-when-you-overfill-the-refrigerator Tue, 12 May 2026 01:09:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18633 According to the Federal Statistical Office, nearly every household in Germany owns a refrigerator. However, knowledge about how the appliance works best while consuming as little energy as possible is significantly lower. That’s why myHOMEBOOK inquired about how a refrigerator can efficiently and freshly store the food inside. Generally, people are only interested in their …

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]]> ]]> According to the Federal Statistical Office, nearly every household in Germany owns a refrigerator. However, knowledge about how the appliance works best while consuming as little energy as possible is significantly lower. That’s why myHOMEBOOK inquired about how a refrigerator can efficiently and freshly store the food inside.

]]> Interior Expert Reveals: Why Light Blue and Wine Red Are a Perfect Color Combination for Interior Design https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/rooms/why-light-blue-and-wine-red-are-a-perfect-color-combination-for-interior-design Mon, 11 May 2026 10:44:12 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18627 There are color combinations that surprise at first glance and are exciting for that very reason. Light blue and wine red fall into this category. One color is light, airy, and almost Nordic cool, while the other is deep, sensual, and full of warmth. Together, they create an atmosphere that is both elegant and modern, …

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]]> ]]> There are color combinations that surprise at first glance and are exciting for that very reason. Light blue and wine red fall into this category. One color is light, airy, and almost Nordic cool, while the other is deep, sensual, and full of warmth. Together, they create an atmosphere that is both elegant and modern, calm and full of character. It’s no wonder that interior designers are increasingly turning to this unusual duo.

]]> Without Chemicals: Effective Methods to Drive Ants Out of Raised Beds https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/effective-methods-to-drive-ants-out-of-raised-beds Mon, 11 May 2026 08:55:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18636 An elevated garden bed won't stop insects like ants from crawling into it. After all, they have what are called setae on their legs. These fine bristle hairs allow ants to climb walls. However, if you follow these tips, the insects will no longer march along the walls of the raised bed in the future.

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]]> ]]> Ants in raised beds are a common problem for hobby gardeners. While the insects themselves usually don’t cause direct harm to plants, their nests can significantly loosen the soil and weaken the roots. Many quickly resort to chemical solutions in such cases. However, there are also several natural methods to repel ants in a gentle and environmentally friendly way. The key is to apply the right measures in a targeted and appropriate intensity.

]]> Weed or Not?: How to Get Rid of Dandelions in Your Garden and Use Them Wisely https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/plants/how-to-get-rid-of-dandelions-in-your-garden-and-use-them-wisely-2 Mon, 11 May 2026 07:21:44 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18631 Among hobby gardeners, dandelions are both hated and loved. The bright yellow spots on the lawn look simply heavenly. But if you wait too long, the flowers turn into seed heads and spread their seeds throughout the garden with the wind. That means you have to be quick with mowing, plucking, and disposing.

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]]> ]]> Dandelions are often dismissed as pesky weeds in the garden because they spread quickly and have deep roots. However, there are effective methods to remove them. At the same time, the plant is far from useless: all parts of the dandelion can be utilized and creatively processed in the kitchen.

]]> Alternative Cleaning Products: What Is Mineral Spirits and What Is It Used For? https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/what-is-mineral-spirits-and-what-are-they-used-for Mon, 11 May 2026 04:43:46 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18625 Mineral spirits are a type of cleaning agent. Why DIY enthusiasts and household experts swear by them is explained by myHOMEBOOK in this article. What Mineral Spirits Is Particularly Good for Mineral spirits are colorless, insoluble in water, and lighter than water. They float on the water’s surface. These very properties make it an alternative …

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]]> ]]> Mineral spirits are a type of cleaning agent. Why DIY enthusiasts and household experts swear by them is explained by myHOMEBOOK in this article.

]]> Avoid Stripes and Damage: 4 Common Mistakes When Cleaning Mirrors https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/home/4-common-mistakes-when-cleaning-mirrors Mon, 11 May 2026 00:19:44 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18565 The goal of cleaning is usually not just to make surfaces and objects clean, but also to make them appear clean. However, when it comes to cleaning mirrors, the latter is not always achieved—often due to common mistakes that are frequently made. Mirrors are indispensable not only in the bathroom, for example, for the morning …

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]]> ]]> The goal of cleaning is usually not just to make surfaces and objects clean, but also to make them appear clean. However, when it comes to cleaning mirrors, the latter is not always achieved—often due to common mistakes that are frequently made.

]]> "Back Kitchen": Why the Hidden Second Kitchen Is Becoming a Home Trend https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/rooms/why-the-hidden-second-kitchen-is-becoming-a-home-trend Sun, 10 May 2026 06:27:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=18548 Open-plan kitchens have been considered the heart of modern homes for years. Here, cooking, eating, working, and living all take place. Everything is visible and representative. However, this multifunctionality brings a problem: chaos, odors, and loud appliances can disrupt the desired living atmosphere. The solution is the “Back Kitchen.” myHOMEBOOK introduces the concept. What is …

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]]> ]]> Open-plan kitchens have been considered the heart of modern homes for years. Here, cooking, eating, working, and living all take place. Everything is visible and representative. However, this multifunctionality brings a problem: chaos, odors, and loud appliances can disrupt the desired living atmosphere. The solution is the “Back Kitchen.” myHOMEBOOK introduces the concept.

]]> Can Lead to Problems: Which Trees to Avoid Planting in Your Garden https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/garden/which-trees-to-avoid-planting-in-your-garden Sun, 10 May 2026 00:09:00 -0400 https://www.myhomebook-magazine.com/?p=8431 Trees provide shade, privacy, and habitat for many animals. Additionally, they absorb CO2 and produce oxygen. There are many compelling reasons to plant trees in your garden. However, when selecting trees, it's important to thoroughly research their origins, as some can also cause problems.

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]]> ]]> Trees provide shade, improve the climate, and make any garden more vibrant. But as beautiful as they are, some tree species bring more disadvantages than advantages. Whether it’s aggressive root growth, enormous heights, or a high susceptibility to diseases, certain trees can quickly become a burden. To ensure the garden remains a source of joy, and no unexpected problems arise, it’s worth avoiding problematic species from the start.

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