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The choice between carving pumpkins and cooking pumpkins is actually very practical: for carving pumpkins, focus on their visual appeal and the ability to easily cut through their shell while the flesh of cooking pumpkins should be tasty with a good texture. The following tips will help you select the right kind of pumpkin. How to Pick a Pumpkin Regardless of the type of pumpkin you are looking for, here are some basic guidelines to select a good one....

Electric vehicles are the future, too. California plans to implement a ban on the sale of gas vehicles by 2035 and more states and countries are sure to follow. So whether you already own one or plan to, it makes sense to prepare your home and garage for an electric vehicle. Why You Need an EV Charger at Home Public charging stations are one place to charge your electric vehicle (EV)....

Understanding how mold develops, where to locate water damage, and what to do about it will help you prevent mold after water damage. Why Mold Develops After Water Damage No single factor creates mold. A combination of water, food, temperature, and time create the conditions that allow mold to grow after water damage. Water: Water, either in liquid or airborne form, is necessary to create mold. Humidity levels of 80-percent or more especially will trigger mold growth....

If you’re looking to revamp an old floor lamp or you have one that is just not your taste of color, refurbish it to match your decorating style and fit your personality. If your lamp has a dingy or old shade, don’t throw it out. Refurbish the lampshade as well to save money and make it your own. Note: Before you begin refurbishing your floor lamp, make sure it is not plugged in and all light bulbs are removed....

Fortunately, with a bit of investigation, thorough cleaning with supplies you have on hand, and diligence to prevent further growth, you can easily control musty smells. What Causes Musty Smells? If you’ve ever smelled decaying wood or wet, musty towels left in a pile after a long weekend, you’ve smelled the stale, earthy odor of mold and mildew. A leaky pipe or roof can also cause the buildup of humidity and moisture that results in this offensive smell....

Food always tastes best when it’s freshly harvested, but knowing how to store your root veggies properly can help retain some of that tremendous garden-fresh flavor and prolong the amount of time it will keep. With that in mind, here are the best ways of storing some of the most popular root vegetables. How to Store Root Vegetables To store root vegetables properly, they keep the longest at 32 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit and 95% humidity....

Chlorine in pool and spa water takes care of a host of problems. It kills pathogens such as algae and mold spores, as well as some parasites and bacteria. It can also take care of swimmers’ byproducts such as blood, urine, and sweat, plus oxidizing and neutralizing soaps, oils, and deodorants. There are three types of chlorine worth understanding: Free chlorine: Effective but unstable type of sanitizing chlorineCombined chlorine: Less effective but a more stable type of chlorineTotal chlorine: The amount of free and combined chlorine in the water...