Powder Room Layouts and Floor Plans If you’re remodeling an existing space, the first thing you’ll need to consider is your bathroom dimensions and the recommended measurements for doorways, walkways, and clearance space for fixtures. Every inch counts in a small bathroom layout and you’ll want to ensure you get yours right. Look at other spaces for bathroom layout ideas and inspiration, and keep regulations and code requirements in mind. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) sets guidelines for bathroom dimensions....

2 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 1 egg ⅓ cup water 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or olive oil All-purpose flour Spaetzle 2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup milk Butter and/or black pepper (optional) Food Processor Directions Place steel blade in food processor. Add all of the flour, salt, and eggs to food processor. Cover and process until mixture forms fine crumbs, about the consistency of cornmeal....

Dahlia Care Must-Knows Dahlias grow equally well in the ground or containers. If you purchase them as bare-root tubers, start them indoors early in the spring for a head start on the growing season. To do this: Plant the tubers in a pot of well-drained potting soil about six weeks before the last frost; place the pots in a sunny window and keep warm. Keep the soil evenly moist, but not wet to avoid rot....

The right placement of a mirror makes all the difference in how a room feels. Mirrors can reflect and expand the features of a room, so you want to make sure you place it across from a view worth looking at twice. In the entryway above, a bold mirror serves as a statement piece that instantly expresses the style of the home when you walk in the door. It also functions as a quick stop to check your appearance before you head out for the day....

1 16 ounce package powdered sugar (4-1/4 cups) 3 tablespoon meringue powder ½ teaspoon cream of tartar ½ cup warm water 1 teaspoon vanilla **Tip: Meringue powder is a mixture of pasteurized dried egg whites, sugar, and edible gums. Look for it in the baking aisle of your supermarket or at a specialty food store.

Jill Grimes, M.D., a family physician and author, outlines one key distinction that can determine whether a product is actually effective. “This coronavirus is thought to stay viable on surfaces for hours to days, so it’s important to understand the difference of disinfecting versus cleaning,” Grimes says. Cleaning refers to using soaps, sponges, or cloths to physically remove dirt and debris to make the surface appear clean. She says this process likely decreases the number of germs in the area but doesn’t necessarily eliminate them completely....

Dogwood Tree Care Must-Knows Care requirements depend on the species of tree being grown. Dogwood trees generally prefer well-drained soil on the slightly acidic side. The trees should be kept moist, although they can tolerate occasional dry spells once established. Many species prefer organic soil, which may call for an application of compost. Heavy mulch helps these plants thrive in both summer heat and winter cold. Dogwoods are understory trees, so many species have adapted to or prefer part shade, especially in the hot afternoon sun....

1 cup all-purpose flour ⅓ cup quick-cooking rolled oats ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup shortening 4 tablespoon cold water

As a writer, graphic designer, and art director, Kate has worked with Better Homes & Gardens’ niche titles and publications, like Storage and Beautiful Kitchen and Baths magazines. She founded her own photo styling and art direction company, Kate Malo Design and Creative, and her clients included Meredith Corporation, Yoga Journal, Heart of Iowa Wine Trail, and others.

3 cup powdered sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla 3 tablespoon dairy or canned eggnog or milk

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