Home ideas

The smell from the shower drain stayed even after cleaning the bathroom. It came back after showers, after days of no use, and sometimes for no clear reason. What worked was stopping surface fixes and dealing with water, buildup, and airflow inside the drain itself. This is the order I follow. Run Water to Refill the Trap A dry trap lets sewer gas move up the drain. If the shower is not used often, the water seal can evaporate. I run the shower for a minute to restore the barrier before doing anything else. Remove Hair From the Drain Opening Hair holds soap, oils, and moisture. This buildup sits close to the surface and produces odor fast. I remove the cover and clear out what I can reach before using any cleaner. Clean the Drain Cover and Surrounding Area Soap residue builds up under the cover and around the rim. This area smells even when the drain looks clear. I scrub the cover and the first few inches of the opening by hand. Flush the Trap With Hot Water I run hot wat...

Valentine’s Day tables often fall into predictable territory. Heavy reds, obvious motifs, and decor that announces the occasion before anyone sits down. The tables I’m drawn to this year take a different approach. What stands out in these tablescapes isn’t novelty, but intention. Color is layered instead of pushed. Candles are placed for rhythm, not excess. Florals, glassware, and linens work together to shape the mood without turning the table into a visual theme. The ideas below focus on balance, texture, and small design decisions that make a Valentine’s table feel personal and inviting. These are setups designed for real dinners, unhurried conversations, and spaces that feel considered rather than staged. Draped linens and spring florals layered for a relaxed romance @oak_furniture_land This table relies on softness rather than symmetry. The loosely draped runner creates movement, while tulips and delicate florals keep the mood light and natural. Candles are spaced to guid...

Home projects have a reputation for taking longer and costing more than planned. Many updates that look significant, however, come down to surface-level changes that do not involve demolition, rewiring, or structural work. When the right elements are updated, a room or entry can change within a single day. This list focuses on eight projects that deliver visible results with limited tools and materials. Each one targets high-impact details such as color, lighting, hardware, or wall decor. These updates work on their own, but they also layer well together, making them practical starting points for larger home refreshes. Table of Contents Toggle Make Leaning Wall Art From Plywood Paint-Dip Thrifted Picture Frames Build a Floating Picture Ledge Install Acrylic Window or Wall Shelves Make DIY Kitchen Letter Boards Paint the Front Door Replace an Outdated Porch Light Update the Entry With Paint, Lighting, and New House Numbers Make Leaning Wall Art From Plywood Le...