A standard soil test - which can be done by a local cooperative extension service or with a home test kit you send off to a lab - will reveal the soil's pH, salts, nutrient and organic matter content and texture. It will also identify what nutrients that are needed, and in what … [Read more...] about Test the soil before feeding and planting
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Best time to buy furniture: January & July
January and July are clear-out times, to make way in the showrooms for new furniture models appearing in February and August. You can often grab a bargain on last season's furniture during these months, as well as traditional holiday weekend sales events. Keep your eye out for … [Read more...] about Best time to buy furniture: January & July
Shop at the end of the month and ask for a deal
In some furniture stores where salespeople work on commission, shopping at the end of the month can mean deep discounts, as salespeople aim to make their monthly quotas. Shop in the middle of the week, when stores are less busy so sales associates have more time to answer your … [Read more...] about Shop at the end of the month and ask for a deal
Shop around and compare the whole package
It's important to shop around to save money on furniture. Sometimes, the same piece of furniture will appear in multiple stores for vastly different prices. When you see this, be sure to do a proper comparison. One store might include delivery, a longer warranty, or some other … [Read more...] about Shop around and compare the whole package
Don’t buy in store without checking online
Visit a few retailers to find the furniture or appliances you want. Then compare the price in-store to the retailer's website (match up the item number, along with the product description, to make sure you have the correct item). Often the price on the website, including … [Read more...] about Don’t buy in store without checking online