Palouse Living, May 2020

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Improve comfort when dining outdoors

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arm weather entices people to enjoy long hours outside basking in the sun or relaxing on balmy evenings. Many of the activities people once reserved for indoors when temperatures were chilly, including dining, are moved outside as the weather warms.

Even though outdoor dining can be quite enjoyable, certain factors need to be considered to ensure that each experience is as pleasurable as possible. This means focusing on comfort whenever meals are taken out-of-doors.

ADDRESS INSECTS Insects are equal opportunity invaders.

Once they smell sweet or savory food items, they quickly descend for an easy bite. This means extra steps are necessary to dissuade insects from coming by. Invest in citronella candles, which can be placed around the patio to repel ying bugs.

Clean up crumbs and spills promptly. Bees

and wasps can be lured away with sweet traps placed around the perimeter of the property.

OFFER SHADE Too much sun can make outdoor meals less enjoyable. A patio umbrella, pergola or canopy can cut down on glare and make the dining area more comfortable.

Check to see that the shade source can be adjusted to guard against the sun as it moves across the sky.

DRESS UP SEATING Just because furniture is made for outside doesn’t mean it has to be uncomfortable. Many companies now produce very durable and attractive outdoor furniture. Weather-resistant fabrics mean rain or sunlight will not age items too quickly.

REUSABLE PLACE SETTINGS If you frequently dine outdoors, you may want to dine in style. Instead of disposable paper or plastic place settings, invest in colorful, durable, reusable plastic

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dishes, glasses and atware, which will not break if dropped and can hold up to a dishwasher when it is time to clean up.

CREATE THE RIGHT AMBIANCE Invest in outdoor lighting, candles and hidden speakers to pipe in music and create ambiance.

Install privacy screens and foliage to establish a nice nook for outdoor dining.

Outdoor dining areas can be improved with some easy modications to existing spaces.

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ardening is an engaging hobby that can provide a host of beneďƒžts, some of which may surprise even the most devoted gardeners.

For example, the Harvard Medical School notes that just 30 minutes of gardening activities burns 135 calories, making gardening a fun and simple way to incorporate more exercise into your daily routine. In addition, scientists have long proven that gardening releases the hormones serotonin and dopamine in the brain, each of which are associated with improved mood.

Perennial gardens can be especially attractive to seasoned gardeners and

novices. Perennials are plants that come back year after year, and committing to a perennial garden can ensure people stick with gardening for the long haul, reaping all of the rewards that come with making such a commitment.

Before planting a perennial garden, those new to gardening may want to consider these three tips.

1. MAKE A PLAN. A perennial garden comes back year after year, which means any mistakes you make when planting are likely to haunt you year after year as well. Factors like space and location must be considered before planting. Many gardeners utilize garden planning applications like GrowVeg to make the process

of planning a garden simpler and more organized. Such applications can be especially useful for novices.

2. CONSIDER AESTHETICS. Gardens can be aweinspiring, especially when gardeners consider aesthetics prior to planting. The DIY Network advises gardeners to consider scale before choosing which perennials to plant.

Tall plants and wide beds tend to look best outside large homes, while short plants in small beds tend to look better outside small homes.

native plants, which will be more likely to thrive year after year than non-natives.

Such representatives also can help you choose the right plants based on the amount of sunlight the plants will likely get after being planted. Each of these factors can be easily overlooked by people without much gardening experience.

Perennial gardens can provide years of joy and inspiration, especially when gardeners give ample attention to certain details prior to planting.

3. WORK WITH A PROFESSIONAL. Local garden centers can be excellent resources when planning perennial gardens.

Representatives at such businesses can offer tips on

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Tips to prepare for your next big home project

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he planning process is one of the most exciting parts of a home renovation project, and with social distancing keeping us indoors, now is the time to dream big and get ready.

Whether it’s a basement makeover, a pool addition or even building a new house from scratch, here are some tips to get started: 1. Factor in your lifestyle.

Think about your priorities and lifestyle Ð do you work from home without a proper home ofce? Do you enjoy cooking and entertaining? Is your backyard living up to its potential as an extension of your home? Asking these kinds of questions can help you determine the most benecial focus for your next project.

2. Educate yourself. Take advantage of this extra time you

have to learn about materials, processes and new innovations.

You can make smarter purchasing decisions by nding out the answers to key questions, such as: Is this material mold-resistant?

How long will it last? Is this a passing fad or will it stand the test of time?

3. Consider sustainability.

Products and materials that reduce your carbon footprint don’t just help the planet - they’re often better for your wallet, too.

When doing your research, look for energy-efcient appliances, windows, walls and more to build a greener home that will last longer and save you money in the long run.

4. Disaster-proof your design.

The pandemic has taught us that sometimes the worst can happen.

From natural disasters to res and ooding, we need our homes to

offer as much protection as possible.

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How home design trends are evolving for social distancing

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OVID-19 has brought changes to everything, and home design is no exception.

Experts are expecting to see lasting impacts on everything from the materials we use to

the rooms we prioritize. Check out these and other noteworthy trends: Houses over apartments: Many people who live in condos or apartments do so to be closer to the action - work, entertainment

and shops - and never planned on spending much time at home. But the pandemic has changed that, and more people are going to want a home that offers plenty of room and outdoor space in case they need to self-isolate again.

Self-sufciency: A hard lesson we’ve learned is that things and services we thought we could count on aren’t necessarily a sure thing, so items that increase selfreliance will become very popular.

Expect to see more homes with sources of energy like solar panels, sources of heat like replaces and stoves, and even urban and indoor gardens that allow you to grow your own produce.

Outdoor living: Between playgrounds closing and parks becoming overcrowded, many of us are turning to our balconies, patios and backyards for fresh air and nature. This means we’re going to be investing more in our outdoor spaces, with functional kitchens, soothing water features, cozy repits, and high-quality outdoor furniture to create a much-needed escape.

Healthier spaces: Thanks to spending more time indoors and reprioritizing our health, we’ll turn to design to help ensure our homes are safe and healthy for our families. We’ll see a rise in products like water ltration systems as well as materials that improve indoor air quality.

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home is supposed to be a safe haven for its residents. But dangers lurk in nearly every room of a home.

Parents may be quick to safeguard against burn risks, electrical outlet exposure and even common household items that can prove poisonous if ingested, but it’s easy to overlook the potential hazards posed by furniture.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that hundreds of fatalities occur each year in the United States due to falling furniture, electronics and appliances.

According to a recent report from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 12,500 children per year were injured and treated at emergency rooms due to tip-over accidents between 2016 and 2018. Roughly once every 12 days someone is killed by a falling TV, piece of furniture or appliance.

AnchorIt.gov, a division of the CPSC that focuses on tip-over education, says dressers,

bookshelves, televisions, and TV stands can tip over easily. These measures may prevent death and injury from falling appliances and furniture. ¥ All TVs should be mounted to a wall or piece of furniture. Wall-mounting kits are available for most TVs, including older models. Screws also can secure a TV to a piece of furniture. New televisions typically have anchor spots on their frames. ¥ Buy anti-tip kits. The CPSC says anti-tip devices, also known as anchoring kits or anti-tip strap, are available and affordable.

These kits can take as little as ve minutes to install and provide invaluable safety. ¥ Target dressers, bookcases, mirrors, and other heavy furniture pieces. If an anchoring kit is unavailable, furniture can be screwed directly to studs in a wall using drywall screws and brackets. ¥ Keep certain electronics out of sight.

Many children climb furniture in an attempt to get at iPads, remote controls, toys, and other things parents believe are

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out of reach. Climbing increases tip-over risk. Instead, hide items elsewhere so that children are not tempted to try to retrieve them by climbing furniture. ¥ Install drawer stops. Stops can be placed on drawers to keep them from being pulled all the way out and serving as makeshift

ladder rungs for kids to climb. Also, multiple open drawers can cause weight to shift precariously in a dresser or other item, resulting in a tip-over.

Tip-over injuries are a very real concern but also very easily prevented.

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