If you live on a slab foundation, it is possible for the roots to grow up, then along the underside of the slab, creep through the slab where the toilet drain penetrates the slab, and then grow down into the toilet drain pipe. This will, of course, cause all kinds of problems. Signs of Roots in Drain Lines The most common first sign is a toilet that stops up occasionally, and which generally can be cleared using a plunger....

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Described by the brand as “a soulful blush-beige,” Sherwin-Williams notes that Redend Point is a nourishing hue that builds on the earthy tones consumers have been loving. As a part of their Colormix® Forecast for 2023, Redend Point is one shade you can find in TERRA—a collection of hues that “embrace regeneration, creativity, care, connection, and joy.” While each shade in the TERRA family is meant to promote community and connection, Redend Point is the one standout that embodies it all....

We turned to some of our favorite designers and experts to ask: How can you figure out if a curved sofa is right for you, and what do you need to know before bringing one home? Curved Sofas Take up More Room “[A curved sofa] takes up more room than you might anticipate,” warns Stephanie Lindsey of Etch Design Group. Before you buy, Lindsey suggests doing more than just measuring your space to see if the sofa will fit....

Finding the right comforter for your bedroom’s temperature is an important step to getting a great night’s sleep, especially if your room is cold. When I am tossing and turning because I can’t get warm, it always means that I will be tired and cranky in the morning. Even though the optimal temperature to sleep is between 60 and 67 degrees, I still need a warmer blanket when the thermostat is set in that range....

Lilyturf is a clump-forming tuberous-rooted plant that features grassy, strap-like leaves and spikes of lavender flowers that appear in late summer. It is native to low-elevation shady mountainous regions in Japan, China, and Taiwan, and is known as a tough plant that accepts a variety of conditions—except soggy soils. Lilyturf is normally planted in the spring from nursery-grown container plants—nurseries will normally stock it in the spring and early summer months....

It’s the dream of many homeowners to have this look. Along with solar lights, the most popular systems are line path lights and low voltage path lights. Knowing the difference between line and low voltage lights impacts how much you spend, how long the install takes, and whether you’ll be able to do it yourself or not. Line Voltage vs. Low Voltage Path Lighting With low voltage and line voltage walkway lights, the names sound similar and are easily confused, yet they are vastly different....

Many of the big names in windows still have substantial offerings in wood or wood-clad windows. Some are also blending wood with lower-maintenance fiberglass and vinyl. Finally, there are fiberglass windows that have a remarkable wood-look, since they are made from recycled wood fibers and PVC (such as Andersen’s Fibrex line). Still, for some buyers—and especially for certain types of homes—wood windows are still the only way to go....

Cultivated on a commercial level predominantly for its widely used perfumed oil, this can be an interesting, shrubby addition to gardens where temperatures are suitably warm. You may have come across patchouli leaves in dried potpourri without realizing it. Also used in cooking, they aren’t as popular as some of their relatives—like oregano and mint. The leaves and the oil derived from patchouli flowers are also popular in homeopathic medicine and aromatherapy....

Here are 14 recommended plants that will thrive in the shady areas of your yard. Choose the Right Plants It’s essential to assess how much sunlight your landscape site will get. Most shade plants can tolerate some sun, while others have very little light tolerance causing stress to the plant. A plant that will thrive in full shade needs less than four hours of sun per day. Plants that need between four and six hours are considered partial sun plants....

From afternoon tea to a formal tea party, knowing the proper way to serve and drink it is essential. Whether you’re the host or the guest of a tea party, there are certain rules you need to learn and practice before you participate. Here are some important things to know: Types of English Tea Parties Understand the different types of tea events. All of them may be casual or more formal, but it is rarely acceptable to host or attend wearing sweatpants or jeans and sneakers....

Symptoms When young seedlings seem to be growing healthy one day and dying the next, it is probably being caused by damping off. Damping off can affect the stems of seedlings both below the soil line and above. Some seedlings may start to grow and suddenly whither. Others will have stems that appear pinched or broken, causing them to collapse while they still have their cotyledons attached. You may see some gradual discoloring or it may happen very suddenly....

Pure Garden is an Ohio-based patio and garden brand that sells through big box stores such as Target and Kohl’s. To see if Pure Garden’s simple 9-foot Aluminum Patio Umbrella delivered on looks and performance, I installed it in my deck’s four-person table and tested it over several weeks. I assessed the affordable patio umbrella’s durability and stability, as well as its aesthetics. Read on for my insights. Setup: Hardly any assembly required The time from unboxing to installed and open was less than five minutes....

Fast Facts Scientific Name: Buteo jamaicensisCommon Name: Red-Tailed Hawk, Red-Tail, Hen-HawkLifespan: 15-20 yearsSize: 20-22 inchesWeight: 28-43 ouncesWingspan: 50 inchesConservation Status: Least concern Red-Tailed Hawk Identification The red-tailed hawk is common and widespread, but can vary from very light or almost white shades to nearly black coloration, which makes proper identification difficult. Birders who are aware of the key characteristics of these common hawks can feel more confident about recognizing and identifying them....

Grow lights, like the Roleadro LED 75W Grow Light, extend your growing period from a few months to year-round. They give off the red and blue light plants need to photosynthesize and grow. Not all grow lights are made the same, however. Some work for potted plants and fruits, while others are designed as semi-permanent light sources for seed trays. We wanted to see if the Roleadro’s panel design would benefit our seedlings more than a single- or dual-head gooseneck model....

Camellias live for decades, so choose their planting site carefully. They like a sheltered spot with afternoon shade, good garden loam, and moderate moisture.

What distinguishes satin pothos from pothos is the variegation of its foliage. The heart-shaped leaves have silvery grey splotches, which makes them look almost shiny and adds to the visual appeal of the plant. The intensity of the variegation depends on the cultivar. Satin pothos is a vine that will latch onto its surroundings—that can be a pole, a trellis, other plants, a wall, or a piece of furniture. The way the vine attaches to surfaces is through its aerial roots....

We’ve rounded up some of the best ongoing vacuum sales, and all of our picks are both Google Assistant- and Alexa-compatible, so they’ll integrate swimmingly into any smart home. Here are some of the best robot vacuum deals at the moment. Any decent robot vacuum will offer you powerful suction, but this model’s OZMO mopping system and auto-empty station take it beyond that standard to really make cleaning a breeze....