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Green can be bold or subtle, refined or vibrant. From pistachio green to vibrant chartreuse, the color gives any kitchen a fresh look. And with so many shades, green works with practically every kitchen style, including traditional, modern, rustic, and more. Whether you’re planning a kitchen makeover or you’re just looking to add a pop of color, here are some green kitchen ideas you won’t want to miss. Related How to Install a Barn Door

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Every homeowner needs a veritable Rolodex of contractors on speed dial to help resolve leaking sinks, banging pipes, broken appliances, and more. Here’s how to find the right person to help with your home improvement project or repair. Types of Contractors 1. General Contractor General contractors do not specialize in just one area. On major projects, they lead groups of contractors across various areas of construction, both residential and commercial....

How to Season Tuna The first step in your complete guide for how to cook tuna fish is adding your desired flavor enhancers. Before cooking tuna steaks, check for scales. If any are present, rinse with cool water. Pat dry with paper towels. Measure the thickness of the fish with a ruler, so you know how long to cook tuna steak. Fresh tuna steaks love a good marinade recipe, which flavors this fairly mild fish and helps keep it moist during cooking....

Breaking a head of cauliflower down into cauliflower rice is the same for most recipes (the only exception is if you’re boiling it). To make cauliflower rice: How to Make Cauliflower Rice: Roast It For the most flavor, make roasted cauliflower rice: Chop a head of cauliflower into florets.Process florets in a food processor until the size of rice.Spread on a foil-lined baking sheet.Drizzle with oil and desired seasonings.Roast at 425 degrees F for about 20-25 minutes....

1. Anchor Seating Areas with Larger Houseplants Got a hard-working schefflera or ficus sitting in the corner of a room? These and other large architectural indoor plants such as strelitzia, monstera, dracaena, and many palm species look equally impressive on decks, balconies, and patios. They effortlessly complement your seating or dining areas and create a sense of enclosure and privacy. For even more atmosphere, I like to drape copper-wire LED string lights on a timer throughout the branches of indoor trees and larger houseplants....

Substitutes for Bread Crumbs Finding a bread crumb substitute in your pantry is easier than you think! For ¼ cup fine, dry bread crumbs, substitute any of these items: ¾ cup soft bread crumbs¼ cup panko¼ cup cracker or pretzel crumbs¼ cup crushed cornflakes or other unsweetened cereals⅔ cup regular rolled oats (Use this only as a substitute for bread crumbs in meat loaf and other meat mixtures, such as burgers....

“The wood stain color in the kitchen space defines the style and mood of the space,” says Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Minwax. Especially when working with an open floor plan, the stain choices need to work with the wall colors by calling on similar accent colors and undertones. “You can explore the transparency of stain color to either hide or highlight the wood grade, depending on the overall style of the space,” Kim says....

In interiors, these natural and nature-inspired elements replicate the tranquility of the outdoors, helping you feel calm and grounded without even having to step outside. Look for wood pieces with exposed grains, knots, and live edges, or incorporate organic texture through furniture with woven rattan and caned details. Marble and other natural stone accents with green, brown, or taupe tones can also add depth and sophistication. Decorate with these nature-inspired accessories to bring the feel-good qualities of the natural world into your home....

How Long Mums Last Even though mums are available for purchase well before fall actually begins, these plants prefer cooler temperatures. If you set out your mums when the temperature is still warm, the flowers will fade in a couple of weeks. Waiting to buy your mums until temperatures are cooler will help them last longer so you can enjoy their beautiful blooms for up to eight weeks before frost....

1. Roux A roux (ROO) is a mixture of flour and fat—such as cooking oil, butter, or chicken fat—that is cooked, then used to thicken soup, sauce, or gravy. A common roux recipe calls for equal amounts of butter and flour cooked in a saucepan over medium heat until the flour is absorbed by the melted butter. A roux may be cooked longer to develop a darker color (as is used in Cajun gumbos) and a nuttier flavor....

However, decluttering can do more harm than good for the environment if not done carefully. Recyclable items often end up in landfills and plastic containers contribute to the ever-growing global warming crisis. The good news is that now more than ever it’s possible to practice eco-friendly organization while also reducing waste. If sustainable home organizing is important to you, take comfort in knowing that it’s relatively easy to achieve. With a little forethought, you can conveniently organize your home while simultaneously doing your part to preserve the environment....

Choose Light or Dark Gray Cabinets The perfect hue for your gray kitchen cabinets depends on personal preference, but it also has a bit to do with your kitchen’s characteristics. If the space is small or has limited natural light, dark gray cabinets could make it feel smaller and darker. Deep, saturated hues absorb light, whereas light shades bounce light back into the room, amplifying the brightness in the space. Opt for light gray kitchen cabinets in small spaces, and use dark gray shades to ground a larger room....

1. Personalized Mudroom Storage Mudrooms will continue to be in high demand in the coming year, according to Lee Crowder, national director of design & model experience at Taylor Morrison. More than just a drop zone, mudrooms are evolving to include dedicated storage for each member of the household. “Rather than having everyone’s shoes end up in a giant basket where you can’t find anything, give every family member their own hook and basket to store their items,” says Crowder....

Reduce Stress with Plants Just one small plant at your desk can help alleviate stress and even encourage you to keep your surface clutter-free. If that’s not reason enough to make room for a botanical buddy or three, studies also suggest plants improve productivity in an office setting. Decorate your home office with houseplants for fresh texture and color. Even if you don’t have a green thumb, today’s faux plants provide the convincing look of your favorite varieties without the upkeep....

Vintage Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes Serve a vintage Thanksgiving dinner with these seven Thanksgiving recipes: Side Dish: Homemade Green Bean Casserole Side Dish: Overnight Refrigerator Rolls Main Dish: Simple Roast Turkey Side Dish: Cornbread Dressing Side Dish: Maple-Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes Dessert: Pecan Pie Drink: Old-Fashioned Cocktail See photos and learn more about each of these vintage recipes, below. Vegetable Side Dish: Homemade Green Bean Casserole No other Thanksgiving dinner recipe is quite as iconic as homemade green bean casserole....

1. Meaning Behind the Name Believe it or not, you can tell a lot about hydrangea plant care by its name. Hydrangea is from Greek descent: “Hydro” means water and “angos” means jar or vessel. And in fact, hydrangeas need lots of water to thrive. 2. Hydrangea Symbolism The symbolism behind the hydrangea flower differs with culture and time period. In Japan, hydrangeas are said to be a sign of gratitude because ancient emperors would give them to their maidens as a sign of thanks....

1. Deck the halls with fresh greenery. Nothing says Christmas quite like boughs of fresh-cut greenery. Incorporate fragrant foliage into your holiday decor to add organic texture and straight-from-the-forest fragrance. Layer a cedar garland atop your mantel, embellish gift packages with sprigs of spruce, or arrange evergreen boughs down the center of your dining table for an easy winter centerpiece. 2. Light a candle. One of the easiest ways to add Christmas smells is to light a scented candle....