Bathroom mirrors can also be used to boost the feeling of space by bouncing light around the space. Though, mirror reflections need to be carefully planned in a bathroom since not everyone wants to see themselves in the bath or shower. So how to choose the perfect mirror to suit the size of room, where to hang it and how high should it be? We asked expert designers for their advice....

If you are planning to undertake the project yourself, it is easy to be confused by varying material costs. However, even when it comes to using contractors, a transparent quote, bolstered with accurate pricing, can be hard to come by. In this article we talk to the experts and ask them how much it costs to build a deck, whether it’s a small outdoor space or a large entertaining area. We look at the types of materials, the decking additions such as railings and steps, and consider what the total expenditure might be....

You may not want to clean stove grates thoroughly every time you cook, but by making this task part of your regular kitchen cleaning routine, it becomes second nature and is easier each time you do it. Follow our guide on how to clean your stove grates and your kitchen will get a new lease of life, too. How to clean stove grates – step-by-step How to clean stove grates – step-by-step...

This common plant fungus is rarely fatal but lack of intervention could result in weaker plants as the infection damages leaves and ciphers nutrients. A mild case may clear up on its own, but serious infections require thorough cleaning to get rid of the infection completely. Although powdery mildew is more likely to affect your outdoor garden ideas, even the best indoor plants are susceptible to some veins of the fungus, so it is important to learn proper plant care to prevent fungal infections from taking a dreadful hold....

If these signs aren’t enough of a clue that you have an infestation, you may spot their tracks on damp ground or their dark-colored, cylindrical-shaped droppings. And you may have been woken by their nightly noises, which in turn will have no doubt woken your dog, and perhaps the whole neighborhood. So, how do you get rid of raccoons? ‘There are methods you can use that will kill raccoons, however, unlike when you are getting rid of mice, whose numbers can multiply alarmingly quickly, we would advise a humane approach that’s more about removal or deterrence,’ says Homes & Gardens’ Gardens Editor Rachel Crow....

Growing up to 39ft (12m) and 26ft (8m) wide, these statement plants with a graceful habit are suitable for both flower bed ideas or containers. Evergreen foliage means that they are useful for screening and maintaining privacy, too. Even better is that they are exceptionally easy to grow – providing you have or can supply them ericaceous or acidic soil – and our expert guide has all the information you need....

Now for those who love the old Windows start menu, we have already given you a solution for getting the same on Windows 8. For those of you who love the new Windows 8 start menu, let’s see how you can personalize it and make it even more lovable. Note: This tutorial was written on Windows 8 Consumer Preview. Using Windows Native Settings Using Windows Native Settings Step 1: Press the windows key or drag and click your mouse button to the bottom left corner of the screen to launch the start menu....

Whether it’s a space for activities like dining, relaxing, entertaining and playing, or you want it to include all your favorite flowers and plants, there are plenty of garden ideas to choose from. But there’s no doubt that planning a garden is a challenge, too. A garden changes through the seasons, and as it matures, so strategizing for year-round interest and for the future is vital, too. This expert advice offers inspiration for every aspect of designing a plot, from garden decor ideas to planting tips, and more....

A winter container can add a beautiful feature to your backyard or winter garden ideas, lifting the landscape with eye-catching color, texture and appealing visual interest during the colder fall and winter months. Just like creating winter hanging baskets, there are so many winter flowers and winter plants to choose from to help create a truly unique winter container. From striking bright flowers such as cyclamen, to more classic plant combinations such as wintergreen and phormium sundowner – the choices really are endless for container gardening ideas!...

Outlook.com, the latest contender to Gmail too has this feature, but it’s disabled by default. Moreover, as we can connect social media services like Facebook to Outlook.com, we can save the chat history for them as well and use it for our advantage in the future. So let’s see how we can enable this feature and save our chat messages on Outlook.com Saving IM History on Outlook Saving IM History on Outlook...

Whether you’re looking to preserve your garden ideas or you’re more of an indoor plant enthusiast, the problem of how to keep them healthy remains the same. However, there are some solutions that will ensure your blooms continue to flourish while you’re away from home, and expert advice on when to water plants. How to water plants while on vacation – 5 tips that work indoors and outdoors How to water plants while on vacation – 5 tips that work indoors and outdoors...

According to the report by CNBC, the reason behind the delay is partially due to the multiple problems that were faced by Samsung Galaxy Fold. In general, Huawei wants to avoid all the troubles that Samsung went through after Galaxy Fold began to fail on the hands of early testers. Additionally, the company has also embarked on additional testing with mobile carriers as well as developers throughout the world to ensure that Mate X works properly....

‘Ice cream has long been a favorite of mine; I blame my mother, who used to pretend to work for the International Ice Cream Inspectorate whenever she visited an ice-cream parlor. She was so convincing that the staff would invariably start doling out tasters before the veneer cracked and the giggles gave her away. ‘At about the same time, I inherited a fabulous ice-cream maker, sadly long-since deceased, that would churn the perfect dessert in around 20 minutes....