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Real estate experts give their tips on how to buy a house in the best location in Pennsylvania. The best place to buy a vacation home in Pennsylvania And the best place to buy a vacation home in Pennsylvania is the Pocono mountains. Including forests, mountains, and lakes, this beautiful region in the east of the state is particularly famous for panoramic views and long hiking trails. Its proximity to Philadelphia makes it popular with families, and, best of all, the Poconos remain affordable to real estate investors....

We’ve asked real estate professionals to comment on how to buy a house in Colorado, where the best vacation home spots are, and whether you should be buying now. 1. The best place to buy a vacation home in Colorado: Avon If it’s mountains you are after, Aspen, Colorado, is a showstopper. This area in the state’s Vail Valley area comes highly recommended by Jonathan Spears, a leading luxury real estate agent with Spears Group....

This tile trend might be having a resurgence, but checkerboard floors have been around for centuries. Their history dates back to ancient Egypt; they were loved by the Romans; popular in Victorian entryways; and a staple of 1950s American diners. ‘Usually in black and white, the versatility of this kind of floor means it can work well in almost any kind of space,’ says Barry Cutchie, design director at BC Designs (opens in new tab)....

Covering the years between the late 1970s to the 1990s, the series will be filled with extravagant frills and ruffles, florals and the influence of The Sloane Ranger Handbook. Interior designer Benji Lewis offers seven The Crown-inspired interior design trends to follow to turn your space into a home fit for royalty. See our edit of the best interior design trends 2021 for more inspiration and decorating ideas 1. Frills Frills and flounces encapsulated that era....

See: Front door ideas – colors, materials and looks for exterior doors for the perfect entrance What is the best color for a front door to add value? And the color that adds the most value to a home is… black. Not only is this color the most searched-for on Google this year, but it also will add $6,271 to the resale value of your home, according to Zillow (opens in new tab)....

Professional organizers Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer, the founders of The Home Edit, became household names when their Netflix show Getting Organized with The Home Edit launched in 2020. They have helped tidy up countless celebrity homes including Reese Witherspoon, and rumor has is Drew Barrymore’s home will star in the new season. Recently, The Home Edit has teamed up with Eggland’s Best (opens in new tab) to honor National Nutrition Month....

Take a tour below – and when you’re done, hop on over to our page dedicated to the world’s best homes for more. This is actually not the only Vanderbilt family home: there is an even more famous Biltmore House in North Carolina, but this colonial-style home has a charm of its own. It’s less ornate than its sibling, and all the better for it. See: Obama house – tour Barack and Michelle’s new Martha’s Vineyard home...

‘I find that inspiration for my work can strike at almost any time – nature and the landscape are of course constant sources of joy but it could just as easily be something much more mundane – shop fronts or packaging, book covers and magazines, patterns and colors surround us,’ she reveals. ‘The idea is to be open to creativity and welcome it into one’s life, noting its ability to make you feel something – uplifting or otherwise....

If you’re wondering how to get rid of slugs, then you may find the solution with this organic method that is safe, sustainable, and entirely expert-approved. And this natural garden idea couldn’t come at a better time. While slugs can cause damage to a variety of plants throughout the year, new growth on herbaceous plants in spring is most at risk, according to the RHS (opens in new tab). Therefore, if you need a quick solution amid the peak of the season, then using melon to deter slugs could be what you need....

In the discussion of his autumnal garden ideas for The Guardian (opens in new tab), the trusted presenter shares what you need to do when the inevitable happens. Here is what to do with gladioli after flowering, according to Monty Don – for new flowers that will bloom throughout the year ahead. What to do with gladioli after flowering, according to Monty Don While you may have already enjoyed gladioli’s decadent tones over recent months, Monty’s tips will ensure you can make the most of the species long into the future....

While there are similarities between many grills, and some are great all-rounders, the main differences generally boil down to the fuel that powers them and design, particularly whether the food is cooked on an open grill or enclosed, oven style. Again, some models can do both. The four most popular grill types are smokers, charcoal, gas and electric, and if you’re seeking a new model, check out our pick of the best grills....

Let’s face it, with so many breath-taking bathroom ideas to inspire, it’s all too easy to get carried away. Even if you have a healthy budget to play with, it’s always nice to make your precious pennies go as far as possible. Follow our guide to discover when to splash out and when you can afford to be a little more frugal, without compromising your soon-to-be-beautiful new bathroom. Where to spend, where to save on a new bathroom Part of knowing how to design a bathroom like a pro is getting the budgeting just right....

We put the Enfinigy blender to the test in this review to see if it compares to the best blenders on the market. Unlike rivals from NutriBullet and Ninja, the Enfinigy has one multi-serve pitcher with a 64-ounce capacity. That makes it perfect for cooking up soup and making large servings of smoothies, but it’s less ideal for making dips and mayonnaise. Along with the smart control panel and easy-lift jug design, I was really impressed with the sheer blending power of this machine....

There are numerous and some very well-known horticultural offenders, and knowing how each plant spreads and whether it conquers its new ground by dispersing seed on the wind or through an extensive root system can prove a real game changer. If not enabling you to eradicate the plant completely, getting savvy will at least make controlling it much easier. These are the top 10 invasive plants to look out for in your flower beds and borders –and the actions to take....

Any bath idea has the potential to make a statement – even a humble alcove bathtub can become a feature when clad with feature tiles or glamorous marble. That said, statement freestanding baths made from copper, cast iron, and composite resin are built to impress – and their desirability has soared in recent years. Whatever the design or material, to get the most from your investment it’s essential to give the bathtub enough room to breathe....

This humble white powder is an important alkaline that can take on the toughest of cleaning tasks and there are so many things you can clean with baking soda. It’s also one of the best eco-friendly ways to keep everything looking good as new. Here’s our pick of the top cleaning tips for things you can clean with baking soda. Clean with baking soda There are so many things you can clean with baking soda really effectively – without the need for store-bought cleaning chemicals....

Some of the most impactful prevention methods involve tedious tidying routines and pesticide sprays that can feel rigorous and expensive. However, not all anti-mosquito tactics are a chore. Instead, there are some flowers and oils that deter the pest from your home – while filling your space with sweet scents and (in some cases) vibrant color. 8 scents that deter mosquitoes – for aromatic relief from the pest You may know about the colors that attract or repel mosquitoes, but what about the impact of scent?...

Richard Moore, Design Director at Martin Moore (opens in new tab), has grown up in the kitchen design business, with the family company approaching its 50th year, so he can speak with some authority on the subject. ‘At Martin Moore, all our kitchens are bespoke, allowing us to create, build and design spaces that fit entirely around our clients’ needs and lifestyles. However, there are key considerations that people should think about when approaching kitchen design,’ he says....

Vani believes good design accommodates a certain degree of pragmatism: form, function, and beauty are intimately related. Her goal is to create spaces that are visually striking, inspiring and above all, uniquely suited to her clients. We talk to Vani Sayeed about the design project. THE PROPERTY The house is a traditional Chestnut Hill Tudor that was in need of updating. The challenge was to preserve the fine architectural detailing of the residence while meeting the needs and aesthetics of a young and well-traveled 21st century family....

See: our spaces section for more inspiring featured homes With impeccable timing –the work too just nine months to complete –the couple managed to create a warm and stylish home that not only works perfectly for the family, but is also, as the homeowner reveals, a wonderful showcase for her design ideas. See some of the world’s best homes – beautiful properties from around the globe The property The home was very tired when the owners first bought it....