We’ve come across a wide variety of lamp designs with an even wider assortment of lampshades made from different materials using different methods. Of course, the most common are made of metal, plastic, or glass, as these are easy to come by and manufacture in this day and age. They’re not exactly sustainable in the long run, though, even if some are considered to be such. They might not be easily renewable or they take a lot of energy to produce, generating carbon emissions and waste in the process. This particular lighting collection, however, really takes eco-friendliness to heart by using a material that’s not only sustainable, biodegradable, and renewable, it can also be easily grown in a lab rather than manufactured in a factory.

Concrete-like lampshades are actually made from mushroom mycelium

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The cost of an epoxy garage floor may be worth it, depending on how you use your garage space. Whether you're converting your garage into a living space, building your dream home gym, or simply beautifying the space beyond its current aesthetic, epoxy is an effective way to overhaul a basic concrete garage floor.

How Much Does an Epoxy Garage Floor Actually Cost? All the Costs You Should Know

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

SlashGear

There are many videos and guides online that can tell you how to remove scratches from your car using home remedies and other unorthodox methods. A few of these would be good if you're in a pinch and want to clear up minor scratches on your car but don't have much time or money for repairs that require expensive products.

How To Remove Scratches From A Black Car: 3 Proven Methods

Remember how early in the pandemic, nearly everything home-related shot up in price? Now, with folks out and about again and interest rates high and supply chains smoothed out, those lumber prices have fallen back to Earth. People stuck at home started spending money on their homes, which drove up...

Lumber is cheap, but building or renovating a home isn’t

Woodworking, that beautiful dance of creativity, precision, and craftsmanship, is so much more than just a hobby. It’s a journey, a labor of love. Whether you’re an experienced artisan or a beginner just dipping your toes into the world of woodworking, the right tools can transform your projects from ordinary to extraordinary.

5 Must-Have Power Tools For Your Woodworking Projects

First For Women

How to Hang Curtains Without A Rod: Experts Share Their Low-Cost and Simple Solutions

Fortune

Architects and builders are developing smaller home designs to cut costs. Home prices keep going up, yet new homes keep shrinking—and architects say they’ll just keep getting smaller, according to a July report by John Burns Research & Consulting (JBREC). Last year, about a quarter of new homes were downsized to cut costs, JBREC says, yet new-construction home prices increased by 2.5% in 2023, peaking at nearly $441,000 in August, U.S. Census Bureau data shows. In turn, that’s led economists and other housing experts to warn of the death of the starter home.

Shrinkflation is hitting homes: Expect ‘the death of the hallway’ and other Tetris-like designs to cut construction costs

Ceramic/porcelain tile is perhaps the trendiest flooring product category available today. From its ability to showcase nearly any color, shape, size and texture, to its ability to clad almost any surface in the home, it’s not hard for consumers to use tile to shape their spaces around their own personal tastes. What’s more, tile can easily adjust to new home trends.

Trends 2024: Ceramic

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

House Digest

Rather than spending hundreds of dollars designing an accent wall, you can spend under $20 to create a beautiful look with wood slats in just a few steps.

How To DIY A Stunning Wood Slat Accent Wall For Under $20

If a room is feeling off, there's a chance that if you look down, you'll pinpoint it. Outdated flooring options can make an entire space feel stale or unbalanced. This is why designers recommend choosing timeless materials, colors, and finishes—particularly when it comes to something as permanent as the surface you walk on. The tricky part is parsing out which flooring styles feel out of place nowadays.

6 Flooring Options That Are So Outdated, According to Designers

Homes & Gardens

These pull-out cabinet organizers are perfect for tiny kitchens with unruly cabinets – I had to snap them up in the sale

I just found the best way to make the most of small kitchen storage – and it doesn't involve drills, screws, or a whole new kitchen

North Carolina State

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Hidden Hazards in North Carolina Homes: Razor Blades in Walls. When homeowners consider potential dangers within their homes, they often think of faulty wiring, plumbing issues, or pests.

This Dangerous Item May Be Inside The Walls of Your North Carolina Home

Looking to speed up your renovation? Covering up old tiles could be the way to go

Can you put vinyl flooring over tile? Contractors share their thoughts

Is your sewing machine not working properly? If you tried every solution you can find on the internet and nothing worked, try these solutions by Jack Creek Road. He will tackle the most common issues everyone encounters when using a sewing machine. Do not give up just yet and give it away, as these may solve your problem/s.

Sewing Machine Problems: The Most Common Issues

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Biocomposite Furniture Collection | Philipp Aduatz. Austrian product designer Philipp Aduatz launched a new eco-friendly furniture collection using an amalgamation of wood, flax fibers and a bio-based epoxy resin. The resulting composite material is rendered in his capsule collection of a chair, side table, coffee table and lamp. Aduatz’s approach maximizes the use of renewable materials to minimize his carbon footprint. For the chair and tables, he sourced branches from the forest near his studio, carefully wrapping the wood in flax fibers and infusing it with dyed resin. This process ensures that each piece is a unique sculpture reflecting Aduatz’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of experimental design.

Natural Materials Are The Basis For These 9 Editor’s Picks

Kentucky State

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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LEGO-like concrete blocks made from waste are easy to assemble and disassemble

The more buildings we put up to address the growing needs of our civilization, the more materials and energy are consumed along with a rise in...

LEGO-like concrete blocks made from waste are easy to assemble and disassemble

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