# home good (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover home good. Page: Feed: --- ## [Plastic Pots Leave A Large Environmental Footprint: Try This Eco-Friendly Alternative Instead](https://www.housedigest.com/2241163/plastic-pots-leave-a-large-environmental-footprint-try-this-eco-friendly-alternative-instead-hypertufa/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ If you're still using plastic plant pots in your garden, it's time to switch to an eco-friendly alternative. Stop buying plastic pots and try this DIY instead. ## [This Fuzzy Weed Earned A Colorful Nickname From Cowboys](https://www.housedigest.com/2241100/fuzzy-weed-earned-a-colorful-nickname-in-the-old-west-cowboys-toilet-paper/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Back in the 1800s, cowboys would use this biennial plant in emergencies. During this weed's first year, it grows fuzzy, wide leaves in the shape of a rosette. ## [Trade In Your Traditional Coffee Table: This Modern Take Offers More Storage](https://www.housedigest.com/2237238/trade-in-coffee-table-modern-alternative-more-storage/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Carrie Elizabeth Bradon) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Multi-functional furniture can do wonders for your living space, and a coffee table like this one could be the decluttering solution you're looking for. ## [Attract Pollinators To Your Yard With A Drought-Tolerant Wildflower They Can't Resist](https://www.housedigest.com/2241192/attract-pollinators-vipers-bugloss-drought-tolerant-wildflower-they-cant-resist/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Melody Ip) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Save water without sacrificing vibrant garden life. Learn how planting this tough, pollinator-friendly wildflower keeps your yard buzzing with activity. ## [Turn A Plastic Bottle Into A Creative Way To Dry And Store Umbrellas](https://www.housedigest.com/2241513/turn-plastic-bottle-creative-way-to-dry-store-umbrellas/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ An improperly dried umbrella can spell doom not only for its own lifespan, but also for the space where it's kept. A quick DIY solution can solve this. ## [No Herbicide: The Budget-Friendly Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways](https://www.housedigest.com/2240921/removing-weeds-gravel-driveways-tool-budget-friendly/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ If pesky weeds keep popping up along your gravel driveway, a tool like this affordable Amazon option can keep you from needing to use chemical herbicides. ## [Get Glass & Stainless Steel Appliances Clean With A Powerful Find From Amazon](https://www.housedigest.com/2233019/clean-glass-stainless-steel-powerful-find-from-amazon/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Cleaning glass and stainless steel can be tricky if you don't do it right. Use clean microfiber cloths with this powerful cleaner by wiping with the grain. ## [What Does A Dry Button On An Air Conditioner Mean?](https://www.housedigest.com/2241392/dry-button-air-conditioner-meaning/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Heather Ayer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Do you just hit cool on your AC remote and call it a day? You're missing out on a nifty feature you can use any time of year to make your home more comfortable. ## [What To Do If You Spot Ants In Your Bed](https://www.housedigest.com/2241206/what-to-do-if-you-spot-ants-in-bed/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Lucas Coll) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Finding ants in the bed is something no one wants, but once it happens, there are certain steps you can take to 1) remove them, and 2) keep them from returning. ## [Cheaper & More Eco-Friendly Than Plastic Pots: The Household Waste To Grow Plants In](https://www.housedigest.com/2240926/cheaper-eco-friendly-than-plastic-household-waste-pet-food-bag-grow-plants-in/) _2026-08-25 · staff@housedigest.com (Amanda Weir) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Rather than collect more nonbiodegradable plastic pots for the garden, look to this home item instead. At the same time, you'll save it from the landfill, too. ## [How To Test If Your Vintage Pyrex Bowl Set Contains Lead](https://www.housedigest.com/2239156/how-to-test-vintage-pyrex-bowl-set-contains-lead/) _2026-08-23 · staff@housedigest.com (Kristina Hicks-Hamblin) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Colorful vintage Pyrex bowls are beautiful, but they can contain unsafe levels of lead. Swab or spray testing kits can tell you if their paint has lead in it. ## [The Aromatic Herb To Grow As A Beautiful Container Plant That Knocks Thyme Down A Peg](https://www.housedigest.com/2239143/aromatic-hoja-santa-herb-beautiful-container-plant-knocks-thyme-down-a-peg/) _2026-08-23 · staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Looking for a new culinary herb to enjoy in the garden? Not only useful in recipes, this spicy, aromatic herb also adds a beautiful punch to your containers. ## [Keep Worn Out Boots Out Of The Trash With An Impressive DIY Birds Will Love](https://www.housedigest.com/2239150/keep-old-boots-out-of-trash-bird-house-impressive-diy/) _2026-08-23 · staff@housedigest.com (Amy Horton) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Before throwing out a pair of boots that have seen better days, consider giving them an unexpected second life with a charming backyard DIY birds may enjoy. ## [The Versatile Home Decor Beloved By Martha Stewart And Nate Berkus](https://www.housedigest.com/2239141/versatile-home-decor-martha-stewart-nate-berkus-love/) _2026-08-23 · staff@housedigest.com (Luigi Caler) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ These household items are a mainstay for a reason. While they seem basic, they can make a home look cozier, and keep your things organized. ## [Use A Common Kitchen Scrap To Give Your DIY Natural Wood Stain A Blue-Green Hue](https://www.housedigest.com/2239220/common-kitchen-scrap-red-cabbage-baking-soda-diy-natural-wood-stain-blue-green/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Catherine Nyorani) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This kitchen scrap works great for a salad or slaw, but it can also naturally stain your woodwork. It's pH sensitive, so the key is to get the solution above 7. ## [The Oldest Mason Jar Is Also One Of The Most Valuable To Find Secondhand](https://www.housedigest.com/2240057/oldest-1858-mason-jar-valuable-secondhand-find/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Masie O'Toole) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ With their teal color and distinctive shape, the oldest Mason jars look different from those made today - and can be valuable secondhand finds. 19th century ## [Easily Remove Stray Gravel From Your Pots And Garden Beds With An Affordable Amazon Solution](https://www.housedigest.com/2239074/easily-remove-stray-gravel-pots-garden-beds-affordable-amazon-solution/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Sophie Pell) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This inexpensive and easy to use gardening item is a must have for anyone who has ever spent time sifting out bits of gravel from their garden. ## [Prevent Rust On Mower Blades With An Easy Solution From Amazon](https://www.housedigest.com/2239329/prevent-rust-mower-blades-easy-solution-from-amazon/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Kyle Schurman) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Maintaining your lawn mower blades will help prevent rusting, and this affordable product makes rust-proofing your mower blades easier than ever. ## [The Horribly Fragrant Plant You'll Regret Planting In Your Yard](https://www.housedigest.com/2239807/horribly-fragrant-valerian-regret-planting-in-yard/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Kristina Hicks-Hamblin) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Some plants bring pleasant aromas to your garden. Then there is this plant. And while pollinators love it, it's not going to end up as a perfume anytime soon. ## [Not Plain Murano Glass: The Rare Vintage Decor That Collectors Dream Of Finding Secondhand](https://www.housedigest.com/2239093/rare-vintage-murano-sommerso-glass-collectors-dream-of-finding-secondhand/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Laura Reed) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ You may be familiar with Murano glass, but there's a specific type of glass with a colorful layered style that collectors should keep an eye out for. ## [Is WD-40 Still Flammable After It Dries?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238746/is-wd-40-still-flammable-after-dries/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Heather Ayer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ WD-40 is known for being highly flammable when sprayed. You might think the residue left behind is safe, but you still have to be wary of it. ## [Turn Your Bathtub Into A Relaxing Retreat With An Affordable Find From Amazon](https://www.housedigest.com/2238848/turn-your-bathtub-into-a-relaxing-retreat-with-an-affordable-find-from-amazon/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Nina Phillips) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Often, the simplest products add lots of functionality to bath time, particularly when they're extendable, made of eco-friendly bamboo, and easy to stow away. ## [Can You Recycle Concrete Blocks?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238876/can-you-recycle-concrete-blocks/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Chloe O'Donnell) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Wondering what to do with those concrete blocks you don't need anymore? Let's explore whether they can safely be recycled and how to properly dispose of them. ## [No More Messy Kitchen: The Stylish IKEA Solution To Make More Storage](https://www.housedigest.com/2238874/ikea-solution-to-kitchen-storage-hallbar-system/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Taylor Freitas) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ If you're tired of navigating a messy kitchen, there's an Ikea solution which provides storage and convenience while also clearing away clutter. ## [Not A Canopy: The Creative Way To Add Vintage Charm And Bedroom Privacy](https://www.housedigest.com/2238873/creative-way-to-add-vintage-charm-bedroom-privacy-folding-screen/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Masie O'Toole) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ There's a way to add privacy to your bedroom without getting a canopy, and it also happens to be one of the best ways to give the space an old-world aesthetic. ## [With Home Depot's Highly-Rated Garden Kit, You Can Skip DIYing Raised Beds](https://www.housedigest.com/2238811/with-home-depot-highly-rated-garden-kit-you-can-skip-diying-raised-beds/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Raised beds can be a convenient addition to your garden, but if you don't want to build your own, Home Depot has a great, versatile option available. ## [14 Top-Rated Lowe's Bird Baths You'll Want In Your Yard](https://www.housedigest.com/2238583/top-rated-lowes-bird-baths-want-yard/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Daniel Warden) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Whether you prefer a pretty glass creation or a sturdy cast aluminum structure, these are the most highly-rated bird baths at Lowe's, in a range of styles. ## [The Simple Trick To Keep Hose Connections From Seizing (It's Not WD-40)](https://www.housedigest.com/2238706/keep-hose-connections-from-seizing-silicone-plumbers-grease-not-wd-40/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ It's possible for brass and aluminum to fuse together, creating problems for your hose. If it hasn't already fused, use this product to protect it. ## [Crushed Stone Vs Gravel Driveways: Which One Is Cheaper?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238610/crushed-stone-vs-gravel-driveways-which-is-cheaper/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Nina Phillips) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Crushed stone and gravel can both be great for driveways, and each offers pros and cons. Cost is important, though, so here's the price difference between them. ## [Quote Of The Day By Monty Don: 'Inevitably, The Real Garden With A Growing Family Of Children Will Be...'](https://www.housedigest.com/2238119/quote-of-the-day-monty-don-garden-growing-family/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Carrie Elizabeth Bradon) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ In today's quote of the day, gardener Monty Don explains that there are much more important things in life than momentary difficulties or imperfections. ## [What's The Typical Lifespan Of A Maytag Refrigerator?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238794/lifespan-maytag-refrigerator/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Taylor Freitas) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ The lifespan of a refrigerator can vary depending on the brand, so if you have a Maytag or are considering buying one, here's how long it'll likely last. ## [Orange Vs Green Painter's Tape: What's The Difference?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238926/orange-vs-green-painters-tape-whats-the-difference/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Painter's tape comes in an array of hues, including orange and green varieties. Choosing the wrong color can negatively impact your home painting project. ## [The Old-Fashioned Flower Beloved By Thomas Jefferson Still Looks Good Today](https://www.housedigest.com/2241828/old-fashioned-flower-thomas-jefferson-impatiens-balsamina/) _2026-08-22 · staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This flower, a star of cottage gardens, still grows at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate. In fact, you can order seeds to grow from those historic plants. ## [What A Red Flag Warning Means For Outdoor Grilling Safety](https://www.housedigest.com/2238685/what-red-flag-warning-means-outdoor-grill-safety/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Catherine Nyorani) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Summer may feel like the perfect time for a cookout, but if you're in a location with a Red Flag Warning, you need to be very cautious about fire safety. ## [How Long Does IKEA Furniture Typically Last?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238676/how-long-ikea-furniture-last/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Lucas Coll) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ IKEA furniture is affordable and stylish, but can it hold up to the test of time? Find out which products last, and how long they might last for. ## [What Is The 90-Minute Rule For Concrete?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238670/what-is-90-minute-rule-concrete/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Camille Moore) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ The 90-minute rule for concrete might make you feel pressed for time, especially if your delivery is running late. But there are several factors at play. ## [Why Your Painter's Tape Isn't Sticking To The Wall (& How To Make It Work)](https://www.housedigest.com/2238646/why-your-painters-tape-isnt-sticking-to-the-wall/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Barbara Pavone) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ If you're pulling your hair out trying to get tape to stick to your walls so that you can paint, here are a few tips and tricks to help you troubleshoot. ## [Plant This Fall-Blooming, Fragrant Flower In Late Summer To Give Bees A Cold-Weather Habitat](https://www.housedigest.com/2241930/fall-blooming-fragrant-flower-plant-in-late-summer-give-bees-habitat/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Laura Reed) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This plant is aromatic, but not because of its flowers; the scent is in its leaves and stems. Those hollow stems can provide a home for overwintering bees, too. ## [Not Traditional Landscape Fabric: The Recycled Solution For Gravel Driveways](https://www.housedigest.com/2238645/not-traditional-landscape-fabric-recycled-carpet-gravel-driveways/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Peg Aloi) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Landscape fabric is often used under gravel driveways to block weeds, but it can make the issue worse. Try this material, which is thicker and costs nothing. ## [The Old-Fashioned Flower Gardeners Have Forgotten But Butterflies Love](https://www.housedigest.com/2241607/attract-butterflies-old-fashioned-flower-gardeners-have-forgotten-toadflax/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Once popular in European gardens, this colorful wildflower was a hit with butterflies - and there's a native version that's ideal for your garden. ## [Brown Recluse Vs Cellar Spider: How To Easily Tell The Difference](https://www.housedigest.com/2241722/how-to-tell-difference-brown-recluse-vs-cellar-spider/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ That brown spider in your basement might look alarming, but a few key characteristics can help you determine whether you've really encountered a brown recluse. ## [What That Yellow Label On Appliances Actually Means](https://www.housedigest.com/2238612/yellow-label-energy-guide-appliances/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Katy Willis) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ These yellow stickers have been mandatory on most home appliances since 1979, and knowing how to read them is of huge help when deciding which one to buy. ## [Make More Space Under Your Sink With A Stylish Solution From Sam's Club That's Under $30](https://www.housedigest.com/2238589/make-more-space-under-sink-stylish-solution-sams-club/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Carrie Elizabeth Bradon) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This Sam's Club organizer keeps dishwasher pods and trash bags neat and accessible while freeing up under-sink space for other items, like the trash bin. ## [What To Do If You Spot Termites Living In Your Mulch Pile](https://www.housedigest.com/2238575/what-to-do-if-you-spot-termites-living-in-mulch/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Heather Ayer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ It makes sense that these wood-eating insects would love a wood pile, but how do you get rid of them and keep them away from your garden and house? ## [The Bird Bath Design From 1925 You Can Recreate With Surprising Ease Today](https://www.housedigest.com/2238581/bird-bath-design-from-1925-you-can-recreate-with-surprising-ease-today/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ This idea from a 1925 Better Homes & Gardens reader is remarkably similar to DIYs you see in 2026. The DIY bird bath cost 60 cents then, or about $11.30 today. ## [How Safe Is A House That Is Built On Concrete Blocks?](https://www.housedigest.com/2238540/how-safe-is-house-built-on-concrete-blocks/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Bob Beacham) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ The odds are that you don't live in an indestructible house. So you might wonder if you have anything to worry about if it was built on blocks of concrete. ## [The Rare CorningWare Pattern You Should Snag If You're Lucky Enough To Find It](https://www.housedigest.com/2238547/rare-starburst-corningware-pattern/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Bri Ahearn) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ CorningWare comes in many collectible patterns and colors, but this ultra-rare design is one you should snap up as soon as you find an authentic piece. ## [Update Your Space With These Stylish 2026 Bathroom Trends](https://www.housedigest.com/2237569/update-space-2026-bathroom-trends/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Ashley Palmer) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ From eye-catching tile choices to patterned towels, you can give your bathroom an upgrade by incorporating one (or many) of these 2026 bathroom design trends. ## [16 Rare Flowers Worth Hunting For](https://www.housedigest.com/2237507/rare-flowers-worth-hunting-for/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Tyler Palicia) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ These flowers aren't ones you see every day, but many can be grown in a garden. Others are so rare you can only read about them, or view their beauty from afar. ## [My 'Dream Yard' Has Become A Living Nightmare: Don't Make The Same Mistake](https://www.housedigest.com/2241196/big-yard-not-worth-it-opinion/) _2026-08-21 · staff@housedigest.com (Ann Loynd Burton) · House Digest - Home Improvement, Design, DIY, & Celebrity Interviews_ Full of lush roses, hydrangeas, hostas, and more, my "dream yard" turned out to be more trouble than it's worth. Here's what I replaced it with.