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Design trends come and go, but some have a funny way of resurfacing years after they first became popular.

Homeowners who may have been considering renovating their home to remove a design element they believe to be passé might want to see if that feature has experienced a resurgence in popularity. In fact, one of the more derided home decor trends of yesteryear has slowly crept back into style, albeit in moderation.

Wood paneling is back and better than ever, advise many design professionals. It’s the formerly ugly duckling that filled homes starting in the 1950s, creating drab dens and faux-wood family rooms.

choose to enhance one wall in a room. Think about the space above a fireplace or a strip of wall behind a sitting chair and side table. Paneling also can serve as a headboard behind a bed in a master suite. Painted horizontally, paneling can add dimension and texture to walls, even in a bathroom.

1970s, and since then homeowners have been tearing down these faux offenders for years or masking them in paint to brighten up spaces. However, wood paneling in shades of brown are making a comeback in cozy spots such as dens or studies. The warm tones of wood paneling elicit a retro vibe. But unlike their fake predecessors, today’s paneled walls are being outfitted in real wood, making them more eco-friendly and stylish than ever before.

Wood paneling is slowly making a comeback, proving that no design trend every truly goes away.

Designers have flocked to reclaimed wood and veneer panelings to incorporate them into design elements. And while wood paneling used to be hung vertically, designers now experiment with hanging paneling.

Paneling had long been an element of choice because it is relatively easy to install and can camouflage problem walls in a home, like those covered in boisterous wallpaper prints.

Many people no longer use paneling to cover an entire space. Paneling is used sparingly as an accent wall or another feature for character. Wood walls can be stained in a rich mahogany to look upscale or be weathered and rustic.

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Taking steps to protect plants from winter weather is an important part of maintaining a healthy garden that thrives from year to year.

Timing is of the essence when winterizing a garden. The best time to winterize is after the first hard freeze in the fall. A hard freeze occurs when temperatures dip below freezing overnight. When that occurs, annual plants and vegetables are killed off and perennial plants, which grow back year after year, begin going dormant.

Better Homes and Gardens notes that perennials are the easiest plants to prepare for winter, as they require just a little cutting back and mulching to be safe from cold weather. But no two perennials are alike, so homeowners should consult their local gardening center for advice on how to prepare their particular

perennials for the coming months.

The steps necessary to winterize annuals depends on which type of annuals, cool- or warm-climate, you have. Cool-climate annuals should be covered with garden fabric when light frost is in the forecast. Pulling dead annuals and adding them to a compost pile after a killing frost. Any annuals that developed fungal disease should be discarded. Mulch annual beds with a three- to four-inch layer of chopped leaves or similar materials, spreading the mulch only two inches thick over self-sown seeds you want to germinate in the spring.

Warm-climate annuals also should be covered with garden fabric when light frost is expected. Seeds of cold-hardy annuals can be planted for extended winter bloom, while gardeners also can collect seeds of warm-weather plants that will breed true to type. Even though you’re winterizing, continue

wedding and watering plant beds and plants while also keeping an eye out for pests. If organic mulch has decomposed or thinned out, replace it with a new layer.

Bulbs of tender plants like dahlias and tuberous begonias can be dug up and overwintered in their dormant state. All dead foliage should be removed after the bulbs have been dug up, and the bulbs should be allowed to dry out a little before being stored. Container gardeners can overwinter their tender bulbs in their pots inside, but be sure to remove their foliage and store them in a dark, cool place that maintains temperatures above freezing.

Winterizing may mark the end of gardening season, but it’s an important task that can ensure a healthy, beautiful garden next spring, summer and fall.

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Too little moisture and a home can be plagued by static electricity and interior spaces that can feel dry and uncomfortable. But too much moisture in a home may make it susceptible to mold, mildew and insect infestations. Moisture also can rot wood and cause unsightly stains on walls and ceilings.

Maintaining humidity in the optimal indoor range helps to keep the home safe, reduce energy consumption and keep a home’s occupants healthy.

Damp conditions can lead to the growth of fungi, viruses and bacteria and may exacerbate people’s asthma and allergies. The ideal relative humidity range of a home should be between 40 to 50.

Humidity should be even lower in the winter to prevent condensation on windows and other surfaces. Lower relative humidity also reduces the out-gassing of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs.

Measure humidity with a hygrometer to get an accurate assessment.

If the humidity levels fall above or below the desired range, action should be taken. Homeowners dealing with excessive moisture can try these remedies.

• Ventilate areas of the home. Ventilation can be the first step to reducing indoor humidity. Target the areas that create the most moisture, such as kitchens and bathrooms.

Turn on venting fans to remove moist air from the bathroom during showers and baths.

Exhaust hoods can control humidity from cooking in the kitchen.

When possible, open windows on dry days to help air out damp spaces.

• Rely on fans. Use fans to circulate the air and prevent moist air from pooling in certain locations. Fans also will help increase ventilation.

• Keep gutters and downspouts clean.

Prevent water from pooling around the foundation of a home and infiltrating the basement or crawlspace.

Direct gutter water further away from the house if possible, and keep gutters free of obstructions.

• Service HVAC systems regularly. Routine inspections of heating and cooling systems can identify any problems, such as clogged airconditioning drain lines or faulty operation, that can contribute to moisture problems.

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The fall and winter is a great time to work on your trees. Having the right maintenance completed, by an ISA Certified Arborist, will not only help retain your trees in the landscape for longer but will also reduce the cost of future maintenance.

The following is a list of tree care tips that your trees may benefit from: Pruning: Often, trees are pruned for building, pedestrian, sidewalk, vehicle and utility wire clearance.

Other times they are pruned in order to improve the structure of the tree and reduce the risk of future failures.

When pruned properly, trees should be relatively maintenance free for years to come.

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Tree Removal: Often when trees are badly damaged, diseased or otherwise in decline they can pose a higher risk than normal. An I.S.A. Certified Arborist can help you make an informed decision on whether a tree can be retained or should be removed.

Cabling and Bracing: Cabling and bracing is a form of preventive maintenance for high value trees to help add strength to flaws in the structure and reduce the risk of failure during severe weather. An I.S.A Certified Arborist can help you decided which method of bracing is suitable for your trees.

Tree Planting: The fall is the perfect time to plant new trees. The cooler weather will allow the trees to become established in their new home before the heat of the summer.

Remember to consider the right tree for the right location and lots of water for young trees.

Mulching: Adding a thin layer of mulch at the base of the tree and surrounding area can add a benefit to both young and mature trees. The mulch will offer protection from the cold, moisture retention in times of drought and nutrient return.

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