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we all take part in it from time to time, but the less we do it, the better. To minimize the time engaged in one of your least favorite activities, here are some tips. Read the Instructions Most household cleaners typically have one instruction in common: to let it sit on the applied surface before cleaning. Take that time, usually a few minutes, to work on another task. When you return, youll be amazed at how much more effective the cleaner is and how little effort you have to exert to wipe down the surface. This is especially true in the kitchen where grime can become caked on surfaces and left for hours to harden.

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By Sam Erickson Whether youre sneaking out for a midnight drive or just downstairs for a midnight snack, the squeaky stair tread can be a demon, giving away your intentions to everyone one in the house. Squeaky stair treads can also be a sign of underlying instability, so in your home restoration projects, dont forget about making safe, stable, quiet stairs. Sometimes stairs squeak because of a settl-

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By Sam Erickson Maybe you got the deal of the century or you just had to have that old house. Now youve got the gargantuan task of restoring it to perfection so you can have a great place to live. Whether you are a novice or an expert, there are a few things you will have to do beforehand.

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plan ahead and be prepared. To get started with individual projects, make your list and check it twice before heading to the local hardware or home supply store. If you have several projects in mind, think about what you will need for all of those. If you can afford it, you can actually save money by buying in bulk. A notebook with products, prices and availability will serve you well as you move through your project. You can also use this notebook to take down advice you get from experts or sketch out what you are looking for at the store. You may be able to do a series of smaller jobs yourself, but you may have to hire a general contractor for larger jobs. Doing the job yourself can save you money in the long run, but it might lead you to more hassles. Contractors are more able to deal with problems that might be unforeseen. A good contractor can be hard to come by, so be sure to get good references. Heres where your planning, vision and notebook will really come in handy. Youll need these to convey your true vision to someone else. Take notes and write down everything you and the contractor agree to. Knowledge is key to doing a great job of your home restoration. Whether you hire a contractor or do it yourself, you want to maintain your vision and do

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In the kitchen, I keep a separate bin (with tight lid) to collect vegetable and fruit scraps. Every other day, I take them out for composting. In this way, we have reduced our trash by 75%. We keep trash for curbside pick up to only once a month (which costs $3.25). We save close to $10 per month ($3.25 x 3) by reducing the trash. Also, the compost we make helps our vegetable garden in the spring and summer. The parts of fruits and vegetables that we cannot eat we give back to Mother Earth. A. Copyright 2011 Dollar Stretcher, Inc.

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By Sam Erickson One of the least-known developments in WWI was concrete. Before then, most homes were built with a stone foundation. If you own an older home or are considering buying one, check out the foundation. If its made of stone, you will have to perform regular maintenance to prevent future problems. Sloping floors and cracked plaster are good signs that there might be problems with your foundation. Even if these visible signs arent present, you should still conduct a close inspection of your foundation. Do a visual inspection of the interior and exterior of your foundation. If you see crumbling or bowing, you know you are in trouble. These will need to be repaired by a quality mason. Foundation issues are not something that the average do-it-yourselfer can handle because they require specialized knowledge and tools. If theres no evidence of this, you can probably handle the repairs and maintenance yourself. A mortar coating on the interior of a foundation is standard. It helps hold the stones in place, serves as a moisture barrier and makes the basement look good. It will flake off over time and

will need to be repointed. If not, the mortar between the stones may fall out and allow the stones to shift. Refill the voids as soon as you see them. You can use prepackaged mortar for the interior, but you will want something softer for the outside mix. If you consistently need to repoint, try doing a complete top coating. The point here is just to keep everything functioning; unless youre a trained mason, you probably wont be able to make it look spectacular.

If you have to have that turn-of-the-century house, studying the foundation and understanding the work that it will require is essential. You will have to do some work, perhaps on a regular basis, but there is nothing in a stone foundation to prevent you from living in a great house.

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Repointing demonstrates you have some kind of underlying moisture problem, and you will have to address this sooner or later. The most important thing is to keep the water outside of the house draining away from your foundation. All patios and walkways should slope away from the foundation. Gutters should be maintained so that water can flow properly away. Some people advocate for waterproofing systems, but they can be expensive and costly. If you are consistently repointing in one area, check the exterior of your house in order to assess your problem.

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By Tresa Erickson When given the choice to sit in a hard, wooden chair or a soft, cushy upholstered chair, most of us would probably go for the latter. Upholstered pieces in general are more comfortable than wooden pieces. However, as we all well know, keeping upholstery clean requires some effort. Unlike wood, most upholstery cannot be cleaned with the simple swipe of a lint-free cloth.

To keep your upholstered pieces looking their best, it is important you place them out of the path of direct sunlight and vacuum them regularly. This will prevent dirt and dust from embedding in the fibers. Before vacuuming upholstery, check for loose buttons and threads. Clip any loose threads and tighten any loose buttons. Then, using a soft brush attachment and a crevice tool to get into tight corners, vacuum all of the upholstery, being careful to avoid any weak spots. If you have pets, you may need to take extra steps to deal with the pet hair on your upholstery. You have several options for removing pet hair left on your upholstery after vacuuming. You may use a lint brush or a sticky lint roller to collect the loose pet hair. You may also use masking tape. Just wrap some around your palm, sticky side up, and move your taped palm across the

upholstery to pick up all loose pet hair. Spills on upholstery are bound to happen, and it is important that you read the labels on your upholstery and find out how to deal with them. In most cases, you will probably be instructed to blot up what was spilled with a clean white towel. Dont use a colored towel; the dye could bleed onto the upholstery and stain it permanently. Dont rub the spot either; this will only embed the stain into the fibers. From time to time, you may need to deep-clean your upholstery. Again, read the labels on your upholstery and use products designed for it. If you have a suede sofa, select a product designed for suede. Dont use just any product, and bear in mind that some delicate fabrics like silk require professional cleaning. Whatever cleaner you choose, read and follow the manufacturers directions. Dont go overboard and soak the upholstery. Not only will you risk damaging the fibers, but you may have a difficult time removing all of the soap residue from the upholstery. Keep your upholstery in good condition. Find out what care is required and follow through.

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By Tresa Erickson Live in a small space and feel like the walls are starting to close in on you with all of your stuff? Purged everything you can during your spring cleaning and still lack storage? No problem. Here are some ways to add storage to your space and make the most of it. Use storage bins and baskets. Boxes break and crumble; storage containers, on the other hand, are sturdy and stackable. Some are even made specifically for items and feature convenient storage cubes. Storage containes not only keep items in good condition but take up far less space. A slim wire caddy will hold your spice packets better and take up less room in the cabinet than a pile of loose packets. Get creative. Look beyond the basics-closets and drawers-for storage space. Slide that extra painting behind the sofa, hang that collection of straw hats in the foyer and slip those remote controls in a basket in the entertainment center. Make storage space. Hang a curtain across that nook for an instant closet. Raise your bed on casters and slide long, narrow containers with out-of-season clothing underneath it. Cover some shoeboxes with fabric and slip your photos inside. Hang items when possible. Purchase a pot rack for your pots and pans. Find a wire shelf for your spices and hang it on the back of a cabinet door. Add some floating shelves in your living room for family photos. Purchase furniture that offers storage options or serves multiple purposes. Replace your ottoman with storage cube ottomans and your TV cart with a small armoire with drawers. Add an old dresser in your dining room to store your linens and serve as a sideboard during parties. These are just some of the ways in which you can create more storage in your small space. Once you have made the best use of the space you have, you can take it a step further and design each area to make it appear larger than it is. Tuck in some mirrors on the walls and in the backs of shelving to reflect more light and create the illusion of more space. Trade dark wall colors for lighter shades, which will make the area seem airier and larger. Rearrange the furniture to create ample flow through the area. Make the space feel as big as possible, and those feelings of being cramped are sure to disappear.

Before you begin cleaning your carpet, you should test it for colorfastness. Grab a white towel, apply some cleaning solution to it and gently press it onto an inconspicuous area of carpet. Remove the towel. If it is clean, you are good to go. If it has traces of the carpet color, the carpet is not colorfast and you should consult a professional. If the test for colorfastness comes out fine, you can start preparing the carpet for cleaning. Remove as much furniture from it as possible and place small pieces of plastic underneath the legs of the pieces that remain. Then vacuum the carpet and pretreat any stains, following the manufacturers instructions on the cleaning solution. When ready to use the carpet cleaner, read the manufacturers instructions, insert the cleaning solution and turn on the machine. Move slowly over the carpet, using long strokes. Try not to stay in any one area too long. You dont want to saturate the carpet fibers with cleaning solution. When you have finished, wipe any cleaning solution from furniture legs and turn on a fan. This will provide for better ventilation and speed up the drying time. Stay off the carpet until it has completely dried. Thats all there is to it. In just a few hours, you can have freshly cleaned carpet. To keep it looking its best, vacuum it regularly and clean up spills as soon as they occur. Never rub spills. You could damage the carpet fibers and set in the stain permanently. Apply some spot cleaner to a spill, blot it with a clean white towel, rinse it with water and blot it until dry. For spills involving solids, scrape up as much as possible if moist or break it up if dry and then clean it using the blotting method.

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By Tresa Erickson You like to shop at flea markets, and as you walk through the booths on weekends, you find yourself drawn to objects that reflect a sense of patriotism. Sometimes, its something small like a red, white and blue pot, while at other times its something large like an old flag. You love all things Americana and would like to decorate one of the rooms in your home in that style.

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By Tresa Erickson Are you interested in replacing some of the flooring in your home with a hip, environmentally friendly product? Then linoleum flooring may be for you. Linoleum? Yes, that product that you used to see in schools, hospitals and other commercial settings has made a comeback and is now available in a wide array of colors and designs for the home. Created by Frederick Walton in the 1860s, linoleum is made entirely of natural products. Melted tree resin is mix-ed with boiled linseed oil and heated and cooled alternately to form linoleum cement. The cement is then combined with wood flour, cork dust, ground limestone and color pigments, heated and applied onto a jute backing. Although it is all-natural, linoleum is often confused with the synthetic product, vinyl. It is by no means anything like vinyl, however. While colored patterns are printed on the surface of vinyl, the colors of linoleum are layered throughout it and become more pronounced with age. Linoleum is also less susceptible to heat and will not show burn marks like vinyl will. There are many other benefits of linoleum. Because it is made of all-natural materials, linoleum is one of the greenest flooring products available. It is protected by a factory-applied sealer coat and can be used on countertops and backsplashes in addition to floors. Linoleum is allergy-free, water-resistant and easy on the feet. It repels dust, and costing just $3 to $4 a square foot installed, it is less expensive than most ceramic tile or wood flooring. Linoleum is also very durable, lasting 30 to 40 years in some settings. Although linoleum offers many advantages, it does have its drawbacks. As tile, it can be installed fairly easily by most do-it-yourselfers. However, the tiles are prone to curling and warping. Linoleum sheets are better, but the installation of these is best left up to professional. Because linoleum is so porous, it requires the application of two coats of acrylic sealer upon installation and one coat every year thereafter. Upon installation, linoleum may have a yellow cast and a pronounced scent, which can bother some people. Fortunately, the yellow cast will disappear over time as the linoleum is exposed to natural or artificial light, as will the scent of the linseed oil. Linoleum is like any other flooring product. You must consider the pros and cons of it carefully before installing it in your home. Once it is put into place, it will last a long time and will not be easy to remove, so make certain you want linoleum in your home.

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By Tresa Erickson Own a lot of books? Got them stashed here and there on a few shelves around the house? Gather them all together and use them as accessories in your dcor. Books can be displayed in small groups around the room or on bookshelves. Many people prefer the latter. However, small stacks of books work really well on tables to raise the height of lamps and other accessories. Opened to a favorite page, they also make for an interesting addition to buffets, desks, cabinets and more. If you prefer to use bookshelves, keep in mind that there is an art to displaying books on shelves. Although neat, row upon row of books lined together make for a bland shelf and do nothing to add to the dcor of a room. Old, warped bookshelves with sagging shelves do not make for a pretty sight, so before you do anything, make sure your bookshelves are in good condition. Get rid of any that have seen better days or repair and paint them. If you need to buy new bookshelves, look for strong, sturdy ones with adjustable shelves that wont sag under the weight of heavy books. When placing your books on shelves, you have a number of choices for organizing them. You can group them by genre, topic or author and alphabetize them by title, which will make them a snap to locate. If you are using the books purely as accessories, you can organize them by size or color for a really unique display. With books that you use a lot, make sure you place them on lower shelves for easier access. Bookshelves need breathing room, so be creative in your arrangements. Line them up in some areas and stack them in others. Use vases and other unique objects for bookends and insert accessories among books to create interest. Strive for balance in a wall of bookshelves and consider inserting some sort of display unit in the middle to break up the monotony. Books make great accessories. Dont overlook that fact when decorating your home, and keep in mind that if you dont have enough books to use as accessories, you can always purchase some fairly expensively at secondhand stores, yard sales and flea markets

Individuals should start by looking at the pieces they want to hang as a single design element. This element should suit the shape and size of the wall and any furniture placed on the wall. Tall, narrow walls call for long, narrow artwork arrangements. Large, expansive walls call for large artwork arrangements. All artwork arrangements should be about two-thirds or three-fourths the length of any furniture pieces beneath it. When hanging artwork, individuals should work with the pieces on the floor or paper first. They should arrange and rearrange pieces until they come up with a design they like. They can then start hanging the pieces on the wall. For this, they can either take measurements and transfer them to the wall or create templates of the artwork and hang them on the wall with painters tape. For those who are hesitant, the latter method often works better. Using artwork templates allows individuals to tinker with the placement until everything is just right. Then all they need to do is measure where the hanger or wire is on the actual artwork, transfer it to the template, sink in a nail, tear away the template and hang the piece. Of course, with odd-shaped pieces, templates may be hard to create and individuals will have to rely on their measuring skills. For the most part, though, using templates makes for fewer errors and holes in the wall to fill and paint. Hanging artwork right the first time requires a bit of effort. Be prepared to put in the time and you will end up with pleasing results.

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By Tresa Erickson Do you like the velvety finish you see on many of the old painted pieces you come across in flea markets and antique malls? Have you tried to recreate it, using lime wash and other techniques, but werent satisfied with the results? If so, then you might be happy to learn than milk paint has made a comeback and is now available in a wide range of colors. Created by the ancient Egyptians, milk paint has been used in some form or another for centuries. The original formula consisted of milk, earth pigments and lime. Over time, the composition of milk paint evolved, with oils, waxes, eggs and other substances added. This resulted in some milk paints that were more durable than others. During the Renaissance, an oil-based milk paint was created. Some liked it, while others preferred the old water-based milk paint. With the development of latex paint in the 1930s, the use of milk paint faded. It resurfaced again in the 1970s with the start of Earth Day and the need to be more environmentally conscious. Today, with the emphasis on going green, milk paint is more popular than ever. It generally comes in powdered form to which water is added. The application of it is fairly easy. To apply milk paint to an unfinished piece, you simply need to sand the surface and apply stain or paint as desired. When that is dry, you may apply the milk paint. Make sure you brush it on in even strokes. Let it dry and then sand the surface lightly. Continue adding coats of milk paint until you are satisfied with the look, making sure you sand lightly between each. For a distressed look, sand the edges of the piece to the original stain or paint color. Apply a coat of sealer to the piece, let it dry and then apply a coat of paste wax, being sure to rub with the grain. Buff the piece, and you are done. Milk paint has been around for quite some time. Give the old favorite a try. You just might create the velvety finish you long for.

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By Sam Erickson Wood floors are beautiful and lustrous and bring an old world charm to a home. They also hold light and really shine in the sunlight-unless they are stained, molded or mildewed. An important element in many home restorations, getting your wood floors to shine is often a matter of cleaning rather than refinishing. Different kinds of stains require different procedures; here is a guide for some of the most common problems. In order to keep your floors in order, you need some materials. Steel wool pads of the finest grade will let you scour the floor. You will also need a supply of mineral spirits and a petroleum distillate, along with a floor sealer, solventbased floor wax and simple household vinegar. If you have dark spots on the floor, rub the area with your steel wool pad and mineral spirits. Take a wet rag, dip it into household vinegar, apply it to the stain and allow it to sit for a few minutes. This will lighten the stain. If the stain persists, you can apply a mix of half water and half bleach. This will take care of most household stains. Bleach will do to your floors exactly what it does to your clothes, so be careful not to let it run onto other parts of your floor and clean it off quickly when you are done. You can use a lower concentration if you are worried about creating other stains. Watermarks are a whole different story. These are usually a stain in the finish that doesnt carry all the way down to the wood. Start the application again with steel

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By Samantha Mazzotta Q: Ive got an old claw-foot tub that looks shabby but is pretty sound that Id like to install in the bathroom Im remodeling. Id like to refinish it, but am not sure what materials to use or how long it would take. What do you recommend? -- Jim H., Philadelphia A: You do have two options: the do-it-yourself refinish or a professional refinish. I may once have espoused the idea that you should tackle a tub refinishing job yourself, but over time have found that I prefer to spend my energies on other aspects of a bathroom remodel and not on trying to restore tubs and sinks. With the do-it-yourself option theres the investment in the right equipment and materials to do the job, and numerous hours are required to get it done. The tub needs to be scrubbed beyond clean and the surface prepped for the refinishing medium. Then the finish needs to be applied properly to avoid streaking or later cracking or peeling. All of this takes time and care, and youve got to work in a very well-ventilated area -- and still wear a protective filter mask, particularly when working with refinishing materials. Even with all that, the refinish may go poorly and after hours of work you have a less-than-ideal-looking tub. With a claw-foot tub, which can add beauty and value to a bathroom, you want to really make it look good and last a long time. This is where professional refinishing comes in. One of the bonuses of hiring a pro to do the refinish job is that this is a pretty competitive service in most areas, with several companies vying for your business. So you can get multiple quotes before making the decision to either have a professional handle the refinish, or attempt the job yourself. HOME TIP: Always get a written estimate from a professional before agreeing to start any refinishing work. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Patching Your Old Ceiling

By Sam Erickson Tongue-and-groove ceilings are all the rage these days. Usually, these appear in older homes built around the turn of the century. You might have discovered one underneath an old ceiling when you were doing other restoration work, or you might have put one up yourself. Either way, you will need to keep them in good condition. If there are boards that have dried out over the years, they may have opened up cracks in the ceiling, which can allow heat to escape and dust from the attic to trickle down. It will be hard to completely get rid of the cracks without ripping the boards down and putting up completely new boards. However, you may be able to caulk the smaller gaps. Caulk can be problematic. If you have a dusty ceiling, it wont adhere well. Caulk can also shrink over time, leaving you with the same problem. You can mask larger gaps by inserting plywood strips into your ceiling from the attic. Once youve got the ceiling looking good, youll want to make it work better for you. This means creating an effective air barrier between the house and the attic. A vapor barrier on the warm side will keep air and water out. Look through your attic thoroughly and check for places where air might get into the ceiling and plug those up. The chimney, framing and plumbing and electrical chasms are good places to look. Using a polyurethane foam to stop up those gaps will help prevent air leakage. Watch out for electrical wires, recessed lighting and other gaps. When youve taken care of all of the little gaps, you are

ready for insulation. Fiberglass insulation is a great way to go, but many people are choosing blown-in insulation these days. It can get inside of those gaps and really raise the insulation value of your home. Blown-in insulation should really be done by trained professionals, but you can unroll fiberglass insulation yourself. Be sure to follow your local energy codes. If you need more information on insulation, check at your local library or on the Internet. Tongue-and-groove ceilings are a thing of beauty, and they can really set your restored home apart while giving you that period feel. They require a little more time and effort to maintain, but you dont have to go through a costly renovation project to make them work for you.

Sheen Selection
By Tresa Erickson If you know anything at all about paint, then you are familiar with the term sheen. It refers to how much light the painted surface will reflect. The duller the sheen, the less light it will reflect. Paint reflects light according to the resin contained within it. Generally the more resin there is, the higher the sheen and the smoother and more durable the finish will be. Paint comes in five basic sheens: Flat or matte. This reflects very little light and works well in low-traffic areas with irregularities or blemishes on the ceilings and walls. The surface diffuses light, disguising imperfections, and is easy to touch up. It is not so easy to clean, however. Eggshell. This reflects light slightly and works well for decorative and faux finishes in areas that receive some traffic. It has just enough sheen to grip glaze while allowing it to flow over the surface with ease. Eggshell paint is more resistant to dirt than flat and can be washed, making it ideal for aluminum and vinyl siding. Satin. This reflects light somewhat and works well for trim and in high-traffic areas susceptible to moisture. Satin paint is often considered the most versatile of all sheens because it is easy to clean and doesnt reveal as many imperfections. Semi gloss. This reflects more light than satin and works well for trim and in heavy-traffic areas that require frequent cleaning, like bathrooms and kitchens. Semigloss paint reflects more light than other sheens, however,

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By Tresa Erickson Take a look around your home. See a lot of solids, patterns or an equal mix of both? If the majority of what you see is solids, then you either really like solids or you doubt your ability to mix patterns and avoid using them. If the latter describes you, dont despair. With a little knowhow, you can use more patterns in your dcor and mix them up with good results.

and work well for people who cant or dont want to try mixing patterns themselves. If youre up to it, though, you can mix and match patterns yourself. To do this, you should limit yourself to three or four patterns and select a dominant pattern based on some major element in the room, like the carpeting, wallpaper or paint color. After you have selected a dominant pattern, you should study it carefully. Is it

dominant pattern but vary in type, scale and texture. If your dominant pattern is a hard, large-scale checked fabric, then you should focus on softer mediumand small-scale fabrics in something other than checks. While you could use two checks, you dont want to go beyond that or you will end up with a busy room. The one feature that should run through all of your patterns and make them a cohesive unit is color. They should all feature one, if not many, of the same colors. You probably dont want to combine green checks with bright purple polka dots and black toile. Not only will they clash in color, but they will clash in style. The checks might be more suited to country dcor than the other two. Be wary of using patterns all in the same exact color. A pale green room with pale green striped drapes and bedspread and a pale green damask chair might be a little much. Once you have selected all of your patterns, make sure you distribute them throughout the room. Dont pile them together in a corner of the room. The area will look busy and overwhelm the eye. Make sure you incorporate some solids into your dcor as well to give the eye a place to rest. Coordinating patterns is not that difficult. It just takes some thought and effort. Remember to limit your selections to three or four and make sure they are similar in color and style but vary in type, scale and texture.

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By Tresa Erickson The end of the season will be here before you know it. Youve got a lot to do to prepare your lawn and garden for winter. In addition to dealing with all of your plants, you have to put away your pots and planters. Here are some tips for getting those in order. Winter can wreak havoc on pots and planters. Protect yours by bringing in any that could be damaged by the cold and storing them in a dry, warm place. To prepare your pots and planters for storage, empty

them first and dispose of the old soil. Do not dump it in your garden or save it for next year. Not only will the old soil be compacted, but it may contain toxic salts from fertilizing and watering over the season and harmful organisms, weeds and insect eggs. Scrub all pots and planters with a firm bristled brush and warm, soapy water. Add a few drops of bleach to another bucket of water and scrub your pots and planters again. This will sanitize them. Rinse them with a hose and let dry. For additional protection, treat all metal and wooden planters with a coat of nontoxic paint, stain or sealer. You probably have some permanent outdoor garden planters as well. To prepare these for winter, reinforce the joints with rustproof nails and treat the exterior with a fresh coat of non-toxic paint, stain or sealer. Place the planters on

supports for better drainage and add some fresh mulch on top of the soil. Follow these tips, and with any luck, your pots and planters will weather the cold and stay intact. When spring finally rolls around, you can get everything out of storage and start planting. Just make sure you keep an eye on your growing plants and repot them as needed to prevent them from splitting and damaging any of your pots and planters.

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