Hummingbirds – the supercharged tiny flyers of the bird world – are preparing to head south to warmer climates as summer wanes. That means now is a good time to put a feeder outside your home for some cheap outdoor entertainment while helping the little guys get energized before migrating.
With wings beating from 70 to 200 times per second – depending on whether they are flying, diving or hovering in mid-air - all that turbo action needs to be fueled with a diet of sugar-rich nectar and the occasional insect, which is essential for protein. They also need a balanced diet for the occasional brawl since they are jealous defenders of what they believe to be their “territory.”
I learned this within days of putting a feeder outside my home with the hope of attracting the hummingbirds I had seen drinking from the morning glory blossoms trailing over my neighbor’s fence. It didn’t ta
A completely renovated small apartment in Amsterdam now has all of its functions placed in two wall units.
The entrance hall, wardrobe and kitchen equipment are hidden behind one pinewood wall whereas on the opposite side a second wooden wall has an integrated a bench, fireplace and storage.
“Floor, ceiling and walls are all white. A custom designed table and bench, together with the fireplace are anthracite gray. The simplicity of the design and choice of materials give this apartment lots of space within the limited area.”
Ready for a rooftop revamp? Whether you’re fixing a single shingle or replacing the entire roof, we’ve got you covered. This week, we explore asphalt shingles, the most popular and DIY-able material on the market.
The roof — the home’s primary defense against the elements — is one of the biggest investments a homeowner can make. The majority of residential roofs are covered with asphalt shingles, which are relatively inexpensive and easy to DIY. According to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, enough asphalt shingles are produced each year to cover more than 5 million homes. Needless to say, the demand is great.
As we gear up for fall and start thinking more about air-sealing our homes, we decided to weigh the pros and cons of asphalt shingles and give you the lowdown on buying, installing, and maintaining this popular roofing product. Read more…
Warm evening strolls are one of life’s great pleasures. It was almost hot and definitely humid last night, but there was a hint of a cool breeze that made it pretty bearable. The neighborhood looks so different at night. Rather than focusing on the architecture and landscaping, my eyes were drawn to the illuminated windows of the single family homes and apartment buildings lining the streets. (Note the word glimpsed – while walking through the neighborhood at a normal pace. Seeing and watching are two very different things). I saw a large faded, antique map hanging prominently over a sofa (I think), and I noticed a beautiful harp on my neighbor’s front porch. Who knew? But my favorite sight of the evening was what appeared to be a den in the second floor apartment of a brick 2-flat. Paneled
Hummingbirds – the supercharged tiny flyers of the bird world – are preparing to head south to warmer climates as summer wanes. That means now is a good time to put a feeder outside your home for some cheap outdoor entertainment while helping the little guys get energized before migrating.
