The world in one 55-acre garden

Spring has sprung and the outdoors are calling to us — even in foggy San Francisco. If you’re looking for a great place to enjoy the warmer weather, we’ve got a suggestion �... Read More

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The street trees of San Francisco

By Julia Strzesieski

Street trees beautify a neighborhood. Few would argue that it’s more enjoyable to walk down a tree-lined boulevard than a concrete corridor. On Friday, April 27 we celebrate Arbo... Read More

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That leaky kitchen faucet

By Julia Strzesieski

Probably nothing in your kitchen gets as much use as your kitchen faucet — arguably the most functional and utilitarian piece of equipment in the house. A leaky faucet is probabl... Read More

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Ladder choices

By Julia Strzesieski

Many simple chores around the house require a ladder. Because many homes in the city feature high ceilings, even simple tasks such as changing a light bulb might require a ladder t... Read More

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Get organized in the new year

By Julia Strzesieski

Along with reactivating that gym membership, shedding a few pounds, eating more healthfully, and kicking the nicotine habit, getting organized is one of the most common New Year’... Read More

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Forcing bulbs for winter color

By Julia Strzesieski

After the glitz and glamour of the holidays subside, give your home or office color with forced bulbs. Start now so you can enjoy blossoming flowers in the rainy months of the new ... Read More

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Tips for holiday home projects

By Julia Strzesieski

We are coming in full-speed ahead to the holiday season! With family and friends starting to gather this time of year, holiday hosts want a warm, welcoming home atmosphere. Aside f... Read More

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Safe at home

By Julia Strzesieski

Disasters — especially earthquakes — create fire hazards, including broken gas mains and gas leaks, which can be ignited by sparks or open flames. With care, you can protect yo... Read More

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Removing stubborn clogs without harsh chemicals

By Julia Strzesieski

Most of us have experienced a clogged sink or tub at one time or another. Numerous chemical drain cleaners on the market create the impression that you simply pour a little magic p... Read More

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Dig into fall gardening

By Julia Strzesieski

While the days are long and the soil is warm, it’s time to plant a fall vegetable garden. The term “fall garden” is a bit misleading, because plants need to be sown in mid to... Read More

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Paint for a new perspective

By Julia Strzesieski

Summer is a great time for a home improvement painting project. This is a project that even novices can take on, and painting a room is one of the quickest ways to get a lot of ban... Read More

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Barbecue grills

By Julia Strzesieski

Our mild mediterranean climate in San Francisco allows us to barbecue year-round for the most part, but summer is truly barbecue season. Barbecues appear to be indestructible and t... Read More

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Garden tasks

By Julia Strzesieski

Though spring officially began in March, the month of May is when we can truly enjoy the blossoming of springtime. Gardening in the evening after work is possible now with the late... Read More

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Proper paint preparation

By Julia Strzesieski

Spring is a great time to undertake a painting project, and one of the simplest ways to achieve dramatic changes in your living space. Not only is a paint project easy even for a n... Read More

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Emergency preparations

By Julia Strzesieski

Many of us don’t think about our emergency preparations until there is a natural disaster somewhere in the world. Besides earthquakes, which we are all aware can occur at any... Read More

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