Christmas or holiday plants are a wonderful addition to a home during the Christmas season. While some are harmless or have low toxicity, others are poisonous.

We live off the grid so we harvest and store our own rainwater. Here's how we set up water storage tanks to collect enough rain to supply our home and gardens. Instructions and photos.

Makeover of small British bedroom den that doubles as office space for professional photographer. Main aspects being rationalising electrics and cable management prior to painting and decorating.

How a burglar alarm system works. Control panels and wiring. Troubleshooting issues with false alarms, faulty contacts, PIR sensors, backup batteries, bells and sounders and keypads

Check out my tips for painting vinyl shutters.

Love is in bloom! Let these 12 exquisite red beauties of Hawaii put you in the romantic mood for Valentine's Day.

A step by step guide showing how to repair a leaking ball cock valve in the header tank in your loft. This guide also explains the layout of hot and cold pipes and valves used in home plumbing systems

If you are willing to dig up and replant them every year, dahlias will reward you with color from July until frost.

You can buy "ready made" plants in a store, but it can be much more fun to grow them yourself from seed. The magical phenomenon of seed germination is entertaining for both adults and children alike

Easy instructions with photos show how I make paper bricks. Don't shred and soak newspaper when making paper logs for burning in your fire. My paper logs dry so quickly I can even burn them next day!

Hot and neutral supply power to an appliance, so why the need for a "ground" wire? Well basically it's included for safety reasons. This article explains how it all works....

Looking to add a colorful pop to your garden this spring? Consider planting tulips in the fall! These low-maintenance, high-reward blooms will brighten your yard and bring a smile to your face.

Learn how to grow your own cannabis the easy way! There are so many ways to go about it, but in the beginning, taking a simple approach will give you the best results.

Check out these recommendations for the best masking tape for painting.

Lettuce comes in many varieties with differing shapes and uses. It is best grown in the coolness of spring and fall.

Ten top tips when using a portable generator for home use. Plus what to look for if you want your generator to be an off-grid power source at home ~ full time or for emergencies. Which one is best?