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The most expensive home for sale in the United States hit the market in February and is still live today. Located in Naples, Florida, the Gordon Pointe villa is listed for a whopping $295,000,000.  A 22,800 Square Foot Mansion with Six Bedrooms and 24 Bathrooms Built in 1989, the property contains one primary home and two guest homes totaling 22,800 square feet. It has six bedrooms, 20 full bathrooms, and four partial bathrooms. It’s two stories with a stucco exterior and tiled roof.  The attached garage has room for up to nine vehicles.  Other amenities include a private pool, deck, courtyard, carport, gazebo, and private road. 1655 Feet of Water Frontage The Gordon Pointe property totals 9.04 acres and has a total water frontage of 1655 feet. Of this, 728 feet of beach frontage and 927 feet of bay frontage are included. The property borders the Gulf of Mexico, with crystal clear water. Water lovers will be happy to know it also has a 231-foot yacht basin and a...

We all have our talents, and one of mine is packing lightly. I’ve got it down to a fine art, and people are always amazed when I head off for a fortnight or more with only a small wheelie case in tow. This weekend I’ll be embarking on a 12-day road trip around northern Spain, and as usual I’ll be travelling with cabin luggage only. It’s years since I last checked anything into the hold , and I don’t plan on doing so again any time soon – I can skip straight past the airport bag-drop queues, and I never have the nervous wait at the baggage belt to find out if my case has got lost, stolen or damaged. It’s particularly useful when changing flights – last month, for example, a weather delay meant I ended up with a 10-minute connection window in Stockholm, and after a mad dash from one end of the terminal to the other, I managed to board my next plane with only seconds to spare. I know from other passengers transferring between the same flights that checked bags didn’t make it, and the...

Transitional interiors are one of the most popular design trends due to their versatility and timeless appeal. This style seamlessly blends the sleek minimalism of modern designs with the warmth and elegance of traditional aesthetics. Because transitional design blends two styles, each interior design will highlight different elements and appear completely different in different settings. This is not only one of the most welcoming and approachable styles in interior design, but because of the blended style, this look weathers the passage of time with perfect ease. What is Transitional Style? Transitional interior design is an approach that combines the best of modern and traditional styles into a single cohesive space. This style is well-loved and widely used because it is both welcoming and comfortable, while also being elegant and sophisticated. Minimalist lines are common in transitional spaces, but they are softened by the warmth, texture, and classic details of traditional elem...

It can be hard to get your hands on the popular 12-foot skeletons from Home Depot, but right now, they’re available online with a limit of one per order. Home Depot has also released its other Halloween decor, and select pieces are part of the Labor Day Sale. Here are our top picks. 12 ft. Servo Skelly – $379 The 12ft. poseable Servo Skeleton features a servo motor for head movement, LCD eyes with eight display options, and poseable arms. It’s a hot item for front yards and Halloween displays.  The skeleton comes with a power adapter and usually takes two people around sixty minutes to assemble. It’s currently priced at $379 with a limit of one per order. You can have it shipped to a store or delivered to your home.  6.4 ft. Animated Beetlejuice – $199 With the release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice only about a week away, Beetlejuice-themed Halloween items will be some of the most popular of 2024. You can currently snag this 6.4-foot Beetlejuice animatronic for $199....

Bleach kills ants–quickly. Pour it on them when you see them–either undiluted or mixed 50/50 with water. Ants breathe through tiny holes in their exoskeletons. Bleach enters the holes–called spiracles–and suffocates them and burns them from the inside. Is Bleach the Best Option? Bleach is one of many options available to get rid of ants . It is great for ants marching through your home. Quick and efficient. Unfortunately, it kills so fast the ants do not have the opportunity to carry the poison back to the nest. The only way to stop ants permanently is to kill the queen. After the ants are dead, use bleach to wipe out the pheromone trail that they followed to a food source. The bleach smell disorients any new invading ants and eliminates the path. Scout ants have to start the food search all over again. Bleach is not the best option to get rid of ants permanently unless you can find the ant colony. The colony is usually within 25’ of the house. Dig the ant hill open to expose ants...

When selecting a color for an east-facing room, it is critical to consider how natural light affects the space during the day. The dynamic of shifting sunlight will have a direct impact on how the color appears on the wall, which may differ significantly from how the paint appears on the swatch. The same shade may appear more vibrant or muted at different times of day, depending on where the sun is in its journey across the sky. So, while choosing a paint color is difficult enough on its own, the changing nature of color due to changes in light adds another layer of complexity to an already daunting task. Effects of Light on Color in an East-Facing Room The sun rises in the east, so east-facing rooms will experience vibrant morning sun. The light in the early morning is cool, but it quickly warms up as the sun rises, filling your room with warm, yellow light. Warm colors will appear warmer than they would otherwise. Cool shades will also experience this warming effect. As the sun ...

Selecting the ideal interior colors for rooms that face south can be an exciting but challenging decision. These rooms are bathed in natural light throughout the day, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Sunlight can intensify certain colors, so it is important to think about how different shades will react in these light conditions. Balancing the warmth of the light with your color choices is critical for understanding how the color will appear on the wall. Whether you want to create a cozy retreat or a bright and airy space in your south-facing room, the colors you choose can make a big difference in how the room feels. The Way Light Affects Colors in South-Facing Rooms South-facing rooms receive an abundance of light; in fact, they are often the brightest rooms in the house, particularly in the Northern Hemisphere. They get the most direct sunlight all day, so they are always well lit. The light they receive is typically warmer and more golden, which can enhance the appearan...

Earlier this summer, Airbnb released a new feature called Icons, allowing guests to participate in unique experiences. According to a press release by Airbnb, “These experiences allow you to step into worlds you’ve only ever dreamed of.” Some of the past Icon experiences include an overnight stay in Musée d’Orsay, crashing at the X-mansion, and drifting off in the “Up” House. A new experience releasing next month will let you stay at the Purple Rain house. What is the Prince Purple Rain Experience? Prince purchased the Minneapolis-based Purple Rain home in 2015, but it has never been open to the public. Through Airbnb’s Icon experience, a select few will stay the night in the Kid’s bedroom and tour the home full of Prince’s personal items. Guests will also experience rare and special tracks in an exclusive studio session. Revolution bandmates Lisa Coleman and Wendy Melvoin host the Prince Purple Rain experience.  How to Book a Stay at the Purple Rain House There’s projected...

Choosing the best interior colors for a west-facing room requires careful consideration of how the natural light affects the space throughout the day. In the afternoon, west-facing rooms are bathed in warm, golden sunlight, which can enhance or overwhelm certain colors. The secret is to counterbalance this strong light with hues that either accentuate or dull the warmth in order to create a peaceful and cozy space. Factors such as the room’s purpose as well as your own preferences are key to choosing the best color for your west-facing space. How Does Light Affect Color in a West-Facing Room? Light has a significant impact on how colors appear in any room, so you should understand how light affects the room you are painting before selecting a color. West-facing rooms receive cool, soft light in the morning, which can cause colors to appear muted or shadowy. As the day progresses into the afternoon and early evening, the light brightens and intensifies and takes on a vibrant warm hue...

Water draining slowly from tubs and showers is usually caused by hair stuck in the drain. Soap, shampoo, and dirt stick to the hair, slowly making the clog bigger, and eventually slowing and clogging the drain. You end up standing in dirty water while you shower and have to clean a grimy bathtub . Use some of the following methods to clean out your drain. One of them or a combination of them work 90% of the time. Get the Hair Out Hot water, vinegar, and chemicals do not dissolve hair. You have to physically remove it for effective drain cleaning. Remove the stopper and strainer if there is one and use one of the following tools to pull out the hair. Homemade Hair Pick Cut a wire coat hanger at least 12” long to reach the bottom of the P-trap. (Any stiff 12 gauge wire works.) Bend a half-inch hook into one end of the wire. Make sure the hook is tight enough to move easily in the drain. It should hook any hair in the drain and pull it out. Drain Stick Drain sticks look like zip t...