6 Things Pro Cleaners Always Throw Out After Summer

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Mums are a popular fall flower—they come in beautiful fall-inspired hues from rusted orange to sunset red. They also start to bloom in fall, when all the summer flowers disappear.

Whether you travel often, are convinced that you don't have a green thumb, or simply do not want to worry about maintaining live plants day after day, you may wish to incorporate some faux green friends into your home. Today, there are so many incredible, realistic-looking fake plants on the market, making it easy to enjoy a natural feel in your space without having to worry about a watering schedule.

It can be tempting to whip out some paint to refresh an old piece of furniture that's been sitting around your home, however, it may be better off left alone than painted. We asked pros to share what types of furniture should never be painted, so you know which ones to avoid giving a quick DIY makeover to.

Sometimes, we want to refresh our clothes and linens beyond just setting a normal washing machine cycle.

Brick is one of those designer-favorite materials that is timeless and can add unique depth and texture to architectural elements, both indoors and out.

Decorating a windowsill might seem like a simple way to add a bit of flair and personality to your living space. After all, a well-decorated sill can act as a mini-showcase for your style, housing everything from cute trinkets to treasured mementos. But before you start lining up your favorite possessions along that sunny ledge, it's important to remember that not everything plays nice with sunlight. 

If you're considering painting your deck, be mindful that experts are extremely opposed to this practice for a number of reasons.

Picture it: You’ve planned the perfect gallery wall only to realize you neglected to account for the unsightly fuse box in the middle of it all.

If you've ever had to plan for a move, then you know the urge that strikes to get rid of nearly everything you own (after all, a new house means new decor, right?).

Moving into your first home or rental can be an extremely daunting task, especially if you have no prior knowledge of the ins and outs of the lease signing process. 

A vase full of fresh, bright blooms is all you need to dazzle anyone visiting your home. These can liven up the dullest spaces in a heartbeat but cost a pretty penny at the florist. So it’s natural that you want them to stay glorious and live as long as possible! While you can’t make them last forever, here is how to keep cut flowers fresh longer.